Undergraduate Catalog

ECO 341 History of Economic Thought

This course focuses on the history of economic ideas. It covers the major schools of thought in economics, beginning with mercantilism and moving through supply-side economics. Emphasis will be placed on the classical underpinnings of economics as currently practiced. The theories of Smith, Ricardo, and Malthus will lead into discussions of other economic thinkers, including Marx and Keynes.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Business department majors only or permission of the department

Distribution

Undergraduate