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The New England Economic Environment

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
9/8/26 - 12/11/26
We 5:30p.m. – 8:15p.m.		 BEACONFLEX 3 $2722 (guest students)
Date
9/8/26 - 12/11/26
Time
We 5:30p.m. – 8:15p.m.
Location
BEACONFLEX
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2722 (guest students)

Description

This course introduces the student to the theory and tools of state and local government¿s finances. The course will discuss theories and practices of revenue generation through taxes, fees and debt. The latter part of the course focuses on the economics of major issues facing policy makers. Such issues include health care costs, public pensions, fiscal and economic competitiveness, and addressing excessive income inequality and poverty.

Prerequisites

Graduate degree student in Public Administration

This course is closed for registration.

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

9/8/2026 - 12/11/2026

Location

BEACONFLEX

Enrolled / Capacity

18 / 24

Status

Closed

Instructor

Trevor Memmott

Tuition*

* 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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