PADM 625

   

Economics and Public Policy

Examines economics both as a determinant of public policy and as a tool of public administration. Topics include how markets allocate resources, the role of government in a market economy, market failures and responses, problems of efficiency vs. equity, and application of microeconomic tools to analysis of Alaska and national policy issues.
Prerequisite: Microeconomics or macroeconomics course within the past 5 years, or passing score on a UAS PADM economics test.

Sec JD1:
Prerequisite: Restricted to students admitted to the MPA program or by permission. Course meets online via Elluminate. Requires access to a computer with Internet, e-mail, microphone and speakers (or earphones). Registered students must access UAS-Online at uas.alaska.edu/online for textbook and course information and to edit their personal profile. Order books from MBS at direct.mbsbooks.com/ualaska.htm or call 1-800-325-3252. Students are responsible for ordering textbooks at least one week prior to the first class to ensure timely receipt of materials. For more information and permission to enroll call (907) 796-6402 in Juneau, or 1-800-478-9069 toll-free.
Tuition and fees: $1197 (additional charges may apply)

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