The economic principles used to analyze government's role in the economy are developed. Microeconomic theory is used to examine government tax and expenditure policies, especially as they affect resource allocation and income distribution. Both efficiency and equity questions are addressed. Topics include expenditure programs designed to affect the allocation of resources (e.g. national defense outlays, income distribution)(e.g. food stamps), and the major forms of taxation (e.g. income and sales taxes). Prerequisite: ECON 294 or permission of instructor.
| Distribution Area | Prerequisites | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ECON 294 or permission of instructor | 1 course |
Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing and shareholder activism have moved beyond the nascent stage. In fact, driven by some of the world's largest institutions, market coverage of ESG investing has grown rapidly in recent years, particularly in the United States. Using finance literature and case studies on shareholder activism and ESG investing, students will explore how to identify opportunities for value creation that seek to generate financial and social benefits, including, but not limited to environmental concerns, sustainability, corporate social responsibility, and social concerns. Prerequisite: FIN/ECON 360.
| Distribution Area | Prerequisites | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| FIN/ECON 360 | 1 course |