ECON 643Health Economics

Units: 0.50
Level: Graduate
Faculty: Arts
Subject: Economics

When it runs

Ran in 1 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

This course introduces students to the role of economics in health care and health policy. It is meant to be a survey of major topics in health economics and an introduction to the ongoing debate over health care policy. Topics include the economic determinants of health and health policy, the market for medical care, the market for health insurance, and the role of the government in health care, and health care reform.

Prerequisites

None listed.

Antirequisites

None listed.

Leads to

ECON 743

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In 42 terms, Fall 2006 to Winter 2024