LAS445 Evolution of the American Economy

An analysis of the evolution of the American economy with emphasis on structure and performance from 1492 to present. Analysis will include demographic, technical, social, and economic changes. Selected themes, periods and economic systems will be explored including colonialism, slavery, civil war, unionism, the Great Depression, industrial revolution, corporate and global capitalism. Prerequisites: LAS250 or LAS255 or equivalent. 5 quarter hours Counts in the Social Science Area of General Education Requirements.

Distribution

GenEd-Social Science