Contemporary Issues in Economics ((4 Credits))

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In this course students apply basic concepts of economic decision-making to a discussion and analysis of contemporary economics issues. Students learn about supply and demand concepts, health care, unemployment, inflation, taxation, monopoly and competition in certain industries, international trade and trade agreements. Students discuss and debate controversial and real world situations requiring the use of economic principles and concepts. Notes: This course is primarily intended for students who seek a basic knowledge of economics to improve their own decision-making in the marketplace, and to develop a better understanding of public policy affecting their incomes and budgets. This study is open to all students except those pursuing a concentration in Business Administration. The course satisfies economics skills in BME guidelines. This course was previously BME-211344 Contemporary Issues in Economics.