Sports Economics

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Economic theories in the areas of public finance, labor markets, game theory, industrial organization, and price theory studied within the context of sports. Examines common misperceptions about sports-related statistical data and relates it to issues in the broader economy. Topics include benefits and costs of financing sports arenas, structure and competitiveness of sports leagues, antitrust exemptions, effects of title IX regulations, labor bargaining and negotiations, wage and price determination. Explores issues in collegiate sports such as potential for crowding out other college programs (the prisoner’s dilemma). Click here for the Summer 2026 Schedule of Classes Click here for the Fall 2026 Schedule of Classes Add to Portfolio (opens a new window) Add to My Favorites (opens a new window) Share this Page Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window)