LPPA 7120 - Economics of Social Insurance and Welfare Programs

Effective Date 10/04/2021
Why is health insurance reform so difficult? Should safety net programs have work requirements? This seminar studies social insurance and welfare programs from an economist’s perspective. Topics include health insurance, unemployment, Social Security, food stamps and other programs. Will use mix of theory and econometric analysis to examine current policy debates in the United States.

Credits: 3
Grading Basis Student Option