The Economics of Poverty
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Overview
Subject area
AAS
Catalog Number
268
Course Title
The Economics of Poverty
Department(s)
Description
A course offering an objective evaluation and analysis of the nature of poverty in America as it relates to African Americans. The many economic as well as social, political, and institutional causes and characteristics of poverty are explored. Various aspects of antipoverty programs are considered. The course also reviews recent theories of alleviating poverty in Black urban areas.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3