University General Course Catalog 2026-2027 
    
    Sep 06, 2026  
University General Course Catalog 2026-2027

ECON 781 - History of Economic Thought and Theory

(3 units)
History of economic thought and theory, including Classical, Neo-Classical, Austrian, and Heterodox. Emphasizes the development and current relevance of economists and schools of economic thought.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. identify the development of seminal economic theories.
2. use skills of critical thinking and economic theory appraisal.
3. interpret economic theory from different perspectives (e.g., Classical, Neo-Classical, Austrian, Heterodox).
4. clearly communicate their interpretation of various economic theories and thought in writing.
5. critically analyze current economic thought in the context of historical economic thought.


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