ECO 419 - Public Finance

Course examines the role of the public sector in mixed economies like the U.S. The economic rationale for government, public goods, public choice and externalities are explored, along with theories of taxation and expenditures and the special topics of health care, defense and the budget deficit. Course Codes: R. Prereq: ECO.Q*102 or ECO*103 (formerly ECO.Q*101).

Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: R. Prereq: ECO.Q*102 or ECO*103 (formerly ECO.Q*101). Term offering cycle: Variable. Typical yearly cycle: Irregular offering.

Credits: 3