Economics 397WP - ST-Wellbeing,Inequality,&Pvrty

This course provides the tools for analyzing and understanding poverty, inequality and well-being. The theoretical and methodological foundations of the main approaches to poverty, inequality and well-being will be critically presented and discussed: from the conventional monetary view to multidimensional approaches. The course also introduces students to sources of data, indicators and current empirical evidence regarding both global and national poverty and inequality, including a focus on the USA. Finally, policy implications will be briefly discussed and common anti-poverty measures will be reviewed. A pro-active participation of students is expected. A basic knowledge of economics and statistics is recommended.

ECON 103 & 104/RESEC&STAT This course provides the tools for analyzing and understanding poverty, inequality and well-being. The theoretical and methodological foundations of the main approaches to poverty, inequality and well-being will be critically presented and discussed: from the conventional monetary view to multidimensional approaches. The course also introduces students to sources of data, indicators and current empirical evidence regarding both global and national poverty and inequality, including a focus on the USA. Finally, policy implications will be briefly discussed and common anti-poverty measures will be reviewed. A pro-active participation of students is expected. A basic knowledge of economics and statistics is recommended.

For enrollment in this class during add/drop, please attend the class and speak to the instructor.
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