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Money & Financial Institutions

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
9/3/24 - 12/13/24
MoWe 8a.m. – 9:15a.m.		 University Hall Y04-4100 3 $1984 (guest students)
Date
9/3/24 - 12/13/24
Time
MoWe 8a.m. – 9:15a.m.
Location
University Hall Y04-4100
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$1984 (guest students)

Description

An economic analysis of the US financial system, including examination of the major types of financial assets, financial markets, and financial institutions, as well as the major factors that determine asset prices and the structure of interest rates. Attention is given to the nature and operation of banking firms and the structure and regulation of the banking industry. Other topics may include the Federal Reserve and monetary policy; the determination of the money supply; recent trends in the banking industry; lending discrimination and community reinvestment; and current public policy issues in the areas of banking and finance.

Prerequisites

ECON 101 and 102

This course is closed for registration.

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024

Location

University Hall Y04-4100

Enrolled / Capacity

30 / 30

Status

Closed

Instructor

Ellen Frank

Tuition*

$1984 (guest students)

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

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