Economics of Regulation and Deregulation

Catalog description

An introduction to regulation and deregulation from an economics perspective. A review of the regulatory process, regulatory agency administration, trade association roles, independent think-tank assessments and consumer implications, and economic analysis requirements. Case study topics may include, but are not limited to, healthcare, artificial intelligence, transportation, telecommunications and environmental sectors. A Washington D.C. experiential learning trip to Marquette’s Les Aspin Center to engage with experts is a mandatory component of the course.