This is a course in applied intermediate micro-economic theory. The tools and perspectives of economics will be applied to topics in family behavior and family and child policy. Three topic areas will be covered, including: family structure (cohabitation, marriage, and divorce); fertility behavior; and investments in children. The principal objective of the course is to foster a heightened understanding of the tools and approaches of economics and how they can be used in analyzing social policy issues. Dr. Rebecca Ryan will participate in teaching the course, bringing the perspective of developmental psychology to the topics in family and child policy. Prerequisites: PP32300 and PP32400 or permission of the instructor.
