ECON 4280

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ECON 4280
Applied Political Economy

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2023-2024.

This course will provide an overview of recent empirical research in political economy, which applies the toolbox of economic and econometric analysis to the study of politics. It will cover the following topics: (1) Voters' behavior; (2) Politicians' behavior; (3) Information and mass media; (4) Political distortions and capture; (5) Political institutions. The course will be based on the reading of research papers and the in-depth discussion of their theories, methods, results, and implications.

When Offered Fall or Spring.

Distribution Category (SBA-AS, SSC-AS)

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  7573 ECON 4280   LEC 001

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    • MW Uris Hall 262
    • Jan 22 - May 7, 2024

    • Djourelova, M