An introduction to mathematical approaches to economic theory. Emphasis on linear models, constrained optimization, and techniques used in comparative statics.

An intensive course covering microeconomic theory and its various methodological and analytical techniques.

An analysis of a market clearing, general equilibrium macroeconomic model. Emphasis on theoretical foundations of relevant behavioral functions and comparative statics. Not open to those with credit in ECO 761.

The basic procedures and methods of research in in economics are considered from the standpoint of their applicability to problem solving and discovery of new scientific facts and generalizations in economics. Definition of the problem, statement of hypothesis, research design, data collection methods, and data analysis constitute the major topics. Attention is given to proper style and preparation of research reports in economics.

A three part course that examines what constitutes good teaching and explores effective techniques for college instruction. Seminars emphasize practical information for both the principal activities and the details of teaching. Departmental discussions allow students to discuss issues that arise in their teaching practice. Reviews of classroom performance provide professional feedback in order to enhance on-the-job learning. Seminar, two hours per week.

The second course in the introduction to econometrics. A comprehensive survey of identification, estimation and hypothesis testing in the context of simultaneous equations model.

This course is designed to cover recent advances in applied econometrics and teach students the skills necessary to utilize these methods in their research. Students will learn about each method through a combination of lectures, the reading of journal articles, and empirical projects. Particular attention will be paid to applications to the student's own research in such microeconomic fields as health, labor, public, development, international and environmental economics.

A study of firms and markets covering such as topics as organizational structure and objectives of firms; product selection, advertising and quality; price discrimination; vertical control; entry, accommodation and exit; cost structure and market organization, market structure and performance; and public policy.

An advanced study of both how government activities influence allocation, relative prices and welfare and what is the proper role of the public sector in resource allocation. Relevant topics include: public goods, externalities, tax incidence, optimal taxation, benefit-cost analysis, public pricing, fiscal federalism, state-municipal finance and public choice.

Advanced study of business cycle fluctuations. Theoretical and empirical investigations of the causes of the business cycles; evaluating the effectiveness of monetary, fiscal, and other policies to affect inflation, unemployment, and short-run economic goals. Emphasis on current academic research.