ECON 312 Women in the Economy

Exploration of the economic status of women, particularly in the United States. Emphasis is placed on women's labor market experiences and how the experiences are explained by economic theory. A major part of the course stresses current economic issues and policies specifically aimed at women including poverty, welfare, labor market mobility, and the status of the family.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

ECON 201 or ECON 202

Offered

Offered on occasion