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2024 Fall > GRAD > PUBADM > PUBADM 602

The New England Economic Environment

Course #: PUBADM 602

Description:
This course introduces the student to the theory and tools of regional economies as a framework for analyzing policy issues. The economic and fiscal structure of Massachusetts is studied to identify the inner and outer workings of the Massachusetts economy vis-a-vis New England and the nation. The latter part of the course focuses on the economics of major issues facing policy makers. Such issues include public and private housing, health care costs, public pensions, fiscal and economic competitiveness, and the economics of the capital city, Boston.
Pre Requisites:
Pre-req = Graduate degree student in Public Administration

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 2070 W
5:30 - 8:15 pm
Weller,Christian E McCormack M02-0211
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 09/03/2024 - 12/13/2024
Capacity: 25
Enrolled: 17
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites: Pre-req = Graduate degree student in Public Administration
Course Attributes: Beacon Flex Course
01 2070 W
5:30 - 8:15 pm
Weller,Christian E BEACONFLEX
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 09/03/2024 - 12/13/2024
Capacity: 25
Enrolled: 17
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites: Pre-req = Graduate degree student in Public Administration
Course Attributes: Beacon Flex Course