98-380 Student Taught Courses (StuCo): Practical Economics

3 units, Carnegie Mellon University

While Economics is an applied science, it is oftentimes described in abstract terms and graphs. This class aims to show how Economics can be used in the real world to solve the biggest problems facing society. Students will learn about and discuss topics such as Game Theory, Behavioral Economics, Market Design, and the Nobel Prize. Students will better understand how to improve the world by making better decisions. No previous knowledge of Economics is needed.

Prerequisites: none listed

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