ECON 1710 - Introduction to the American Economy

3 Credits

This introductory course provides a basic overview of economic principles that are useful in understanding the economic system in the United States. The course explores the free market economic model, which is the basis of the American economy. The role of government and the rationale for government intervention is included in this study. The course also provides an introduction to microeconomic and macroeconomic concepts and tools which are demonstrated in discussions of current economic policies, issues, and problems. 3C/3/0/0.

Prerequisite(s): READ 0721 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0860 with a grade of “C” or better or appropriate assessment score

Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) Goal Area(s): Goal 5