Economics of Labor

Catalog description

This course provides students with an introduction into labor markets. We will discuss models for behavior, incorporating labor supply and labor demand. Topics within labor economics, such as investments in human capital, discrimination, job search, and labor unions will also be covered. Throughout the course we will investigate multiple questions such as: How do individuals decide how many hours to work? How is a person’s salary determined? What are the benefits associated with attaining a college degree? Is there convincing evidence of labor market discrimination? Throughout this course, there will be opportunities for reading about, writing about, and discussing current policies, problems, and events that are relevant to the study of labor economics. Note: Can count towards the B.S. in Quantitative Economics with the completion of additional coursework and permission of the instructor.