Course ID
040449
Course Description
This is a masters-level course in labor economics. In this course, we will explore the various determinants of individual and family decisions about labor force participation and hours worked, study the implications of taxes, welfare, and other social policies for the labor market, and discuss topics such as the minimum wage, inequality, immigration, and education. Students will be exposed to academic research in the field of labor economics and gain an understanding of the traditional economic models relevant to the study of the labor market.
Min Units
3
Max Units
3
Repeatable for Credit
No
Grading Basis
GRD - Regular Grades A, B, C, D, E
Career
Graduate
Enrollment Requirements
018491
Course Requisites
May be convened with
Component
Lecture
Optional Component
No