ECON 496: Special Topics in Economics

ECON 496-K01: Economic Aspects of Business Environment: East Asian Economies
(Spring 2021)

05:00 PM to 07:40 PM M

Mason Korea (119 Songdomunhwa-ro, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon, Korea) G209

Section Information for Spring 2021

This course aims to understand East Asian economies surrounding Korea.  For each country, economic growth patterns and socio-economic differences will be emphasized. Basic knowledge in principles of micro and macroeconomics (Econ 103 and 104) is required as a prerequisite.  This course is offered particularly for non-econ majors such as management, accounting, finance, global affairs, as well as exchange students who are interested in understanding East Asian economies better.  No math will be used throughout the semester.  The semester grade is based upon one midterm exam, 2-3 class presentations, and a term paper.  Regular attendance is important to be successful in this course.  NO MAKE-UP EXAMS ALLOWED.

Course Information from the University Catalog

Credits: 3

Subject matter varies. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 24 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Schedule Type: Lec/Sem #1, Lec/Sem #2, Lec/Sem #3, Lec/Sem #4, Lec/Sem #5, Lec/Sem #6, Lec/Sem #7, Lec/Sem #8, Lec/Sem #9, Lecture, Sem/Lec #10, Sem/Lec #11, Sem/Lec #12, Sem/Lec #13, Sem/Lec #14, Sem/Lec #15, Sem/Lec #16, Sem/Lec #17, Sem/Lec #18
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

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