ECON 5300 - Public Finance

Institution:

University of Utah

Subject:

Economics

Description:

This course covers the role of government in a market economy with an emphasis on the taxing and spending activities of the government in an applied setting. Students learn theoretical and empirical tools of public finance, including an examination of market failures, cost-benefit analysis, government expenditures, social welfare, taxation, and other concepts. Students write case-based policy summaries and a policy brief on current public finance issues. This combination of public finance theory and real-life application improves students' economic skillset and prepares them for jobs in government, business, and the non-profit sector. Graduate students should register for ECON 6300 and will be held to higher standards and additional work.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utah.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 581-7200

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

General Education

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