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The Economics of State & Local Governments

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
9/3/24 - 12/13/24
MoWeFr 2p.m. – 2:50p.m.		 University Hall Y04-4110 3 $1984 (guest students)
Date
9/3/24 - 12/13/24
Time
MoWeFr 2p.m. – 2:50p.m.
Location
University Hall Y04-4110
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$1984 (guest students)

Description

An examination of the role that state and local governments play in financing and implementing the delivery of public goods and services. The levels and history of state and local expenditures and revenues, economic theories of the role of government, the relationship between the federal government and state and local governments, and the specific taxes used to finance state and local government activities are examined, with special attention paid to the current fiscal situation of the states, especially Massachusetts.

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024

Location

University Hall Y04-4110

Enrolled / Capacity

20 / 30

Status

Open

Instructor

Ellen Frank

Prerequisites

ECON 101 and 102

Tuition*

$1984 (guest students)

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

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