20 courses with the subject ECN, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Study of the fundamental structure and dynamics of economies by focusing on contemporary economic issues and associated economic data. Topics may include balanced budgets and tax reform, unemployment, health care, poverty and income redistribution, immigration, environmental policy, and international trade policy. (3 credit hours)
Course content varies from year to year to meet the special interests, abilities, and needs of students. (3 credit hours)
A survey of micro- and macro-economic principles and economic institutions, emphasizing the study of market economies throughout the world. Topics include the model of supply and demand, the theories of competition and monopoly, the theory of international trade, and the theories of employment, prices and money. (4 credit hours)
This course fosters development of skills in the creative use of software to derive useful information from a variety of business data. Direct applications will be drawn from various aspects of Finance, Marketing, Accounting, Management, and Human Resources. The course emphasizes when and how to use particular tools and techniques in solving business problems and making relevant strategic decisions. The course uses spreadsheet software. (3 credit hours)
An inquiry into the problems of economic development and social change in less developed countries. The course focuses on issues of poverty, population, industrialization, agriculture, trade, and environmental sustainability. (3 credit hours)
Course content varies from year to year to meet the special interests, abilities, and needs of students. (3 credit hours)
Survey of American economic development from colonial times to the present. Special emphasis on the economic development of the South, the industrialization of the American economy, the development of banking and the impact of international trade. (3 credit hours)
Macroeconomic theory and analysis, including synthesis of classical and Keynesian models of income determination. Monetary theory, inflation, unemployment, and expectations are studied, and current economic issues are examined. (3 credit hours)
Microeconomic theory and analysis, including consumer demand, production, the firm, and general equilibrium. Applications to problems of private choice and public policy are considered. (3 credit hours)
An examination of the theory of trade, barriers to trade, balance of payments, exchange rates, and the adjustment process. The role of international institutions is considered, including the International Monetary Fund and multinational enterprise. (3 credit hours)
An inquiry into the control of monopoly through antitrust law and promotion of the public interest through actions of regulatory commissions. Consumer protection and environmental regulation are also considered. (3 credit hours)
Study of the nature and function of money, banks, and financial markets; the role of money in the economy, monetary theory and policy; the Federal Reserve System and money supply process; international monetary relationships. (3 credit hours)
An examination of the development of economics emphasizing the emergence of economics as a social science from the late 18th century to the present. (3 credit hours)
Field experiences that provide practical applications in appropriate work settings. For each credit hour granted students are expected to be involved in at least 45 hours of approved activity. The duration should normally occur over a minimum of three weeks. (0 to 15 credit hours)
A study of modern theoretical approaches to portfolio development and financial security analysis. The course examines various investment instruments and their role in an investment portfolio. Current investment strategies such as social investing, indexing, and fundamental and technical analysis are evaluated. (3 credit hours)
A broad introduction to the field of environmental and ecological economics exploring the relationship between the economy and the environment and how economic theory can be used to study and address environmental issues. Topics include criteria for setting standards, selecting economic regulatory tools, and designing policy. (3 credit hours)
Course content varies from year to year to meet the special interests, abilities, and needs of students. (3 credit hours)
When the Senior Study requirement is fulfilled with a two-course sequence, 351 is the first course. The courses involve individual study, with the guidance of a faculty supervisor, that provides experience in independent research and the preparation of a finished paper or product. (3 credit hours each)
When the Senior Study requirement is fulfilled with a two-course sequence, 352 is the second course. The courses involve individual study, with the guidance of a faculty supervisor, that provides experience in independent research and the preparation of a finished paper or product. (3 credit hours each)
When the Senior Study requirement is fulfilled with a one-course sequence, that experience is designated 353. Individual study, with the guidance of a faculty supervisor, that provides experience in independent research and the preparation of a finished paper or product. (3 credit hours)
Source: Maryville College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
