AREC 494

This is a research, technical writing and communications course in which the student conducts independent research on a relevant economic problem. The research project includes a literature review utilizing electronic and library resources, a clear articulation and use of the appropriate concepts, an empirical investigation, and the interpretation and presentation of results. A comprehensive and formal research paper is written. Research methodology and technical writing skills are addressed in a series of lectures at the beginning of the term. An oral exam of the thesis is required.