Nov 09, 2024  
2024-2025 Academic Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Academic Catalog

EC 415WX - Political Economy of Conflict


Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 3

This class introduces students to a fundamental problem in economics – why do people resort to conflict when cooperation in market settings is clearly a better choice? Some people argue that conflict is irrational. This course shows that conflict is a rational choice and illustrates methodologies to frame and solve the problem of conflict. The course also introduces data-based reasoning and trains students to use AI tools via prompt engineering. Note: Writing Intensive (W) and Civilizations and Cultures (X) course. Prerequisite(s): EC 201  and EC 203  (or math equivalent), both with a grade of C or better.