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ECON 242 - Panics, Crashes & Wars: Financial Evolution in US Economic History


Next Offered: 2011-2012
Semester Offered: First Semester
Credits (Range): 3 hours
Attribute: 3SS
This course examines United States economic history from the colonial period to the present, focusing on the evolution of the financial and monetary system in response to bank panics, stock market crashes, and wars. The course will show how economic analysis can provide a deeper understanding of these events. We will also study general economic trends and the key developments that are important for understanding contemporary economic issues, such as the recent sub-prime credit crisis.
Enrollment Limit: 40
Instructor: E. Tallman
Consent of the Instructor Required? No
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: ECON 101


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