The development of the American economy from colonial times to the present, with emphasis on the interaction between institutional structure and economic development. Topics include the economics of slavery, the rise of big business, and the causes of the Great Depression.
Enrollment Requirements
Prerequisite(s): ECON 1 and ECON 2. Related coursework in history also helpful. Enrollment is restricted to juniors and seniors.
Class Notes
Visiting students, contact the instructor, Aaron Meininger at ameining@ucsc.edu to petition for enrollment. Include proof of prerequisite material.