Course Description
EC 340 Capitalism, Socialism and Democracy 4 cr.
- Offered: Contact Department
- Applies toward the perspectives on society (pers) general education requirement.
- Prerequisite: EN 211 with a grade of "C" or better or HON 102 and HON 112. One course in economics recommended.
The course covers the grand historical debates over economic systems. Classical liberalism, anarchism, Utopian socialism, centrally-planned socialism, and state capitalism will all be explored. Students will be introduced to Marxian, Austrian School, and Public Choice Theory perspectives.
Note: Formerly listed as EC 420.