CRP 5120 - Public and Spatial Economics for Planners

Fall, Spring. 3 credits. Student option grading.

No prior knowledge of economics necessary.

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Covers basic microeconomic theory in a manner that lets students understand the many applications of economics presented in subsequent courses in city and regional planning. Topics covered include the logic of markets and gains from trade; public goods and commons problems; externalities; and the economic approach to equity.