Course Description
EC 340 Capitalism, Socialism and Democracy 4 cr.
- Offered: Summer semester of even-numbered years.
- Applies toward the perspectives on society (pers) general education requirement.
- Prerequisite: EC 101 or EC 201, or instructor permission.
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.