Overview
Description
Systematic analysis of the problems of economic growth and stability of subnational regions. Trade, location, interregional competition and structural economic analyses are considered.
Requirements
Units
Lecture3
Catalog Details
Offering
Offered: Every Fall - Even Years
Terms
fall
Attributes
Standard
Learning Outcomes
- demonstrate understanding of the difference between regional economics and regional science, and the problems facing different regions (local, national and international).
- demonstrate understanding of some of the theories and methods used in regional economics.
- describe the determinants of regional economic growth and local development.
- analyze regional economic data using basic statistical methods including regression analysis.
- understand and discuss different public policy responses to regional economic issues.