Fall 2021

The Economics of Migration

Listed in: Economics, as ECON-223

Faculty

Caroline B. Theoharides (Sections 01 and 02)

Description

International migration is a key labor market alternative for many individuals, especially for those from developing countries. This course focuses on the economic underpinnings of the migration decision that culminates in individuals leaving their home country for work abroad. We will begin the course by examining the question of why people migrate. In the second section, we will focus on the effects of migration on migrant-sending developing countries. In the third section, we will examine the impacts of migration on migrant-receiving countries. Through lectures, discussion, debates, and written policy briefs, we will use economics as a toolbox for analyzing the complex issues of migration policy.

Requisite: ECON 111/111E or equivalent. Limited to 30 students. Fall semester. Professor Theoharides.

Students who enroll in this course will likely encounter and be expected to engage in the following intellectual skills, modes of learning, and assessment: Quantitative reasoning, graphical analysis, regular readings, problem sets, and in-class exams. Students with documented disabilities who will require accommodations in this course should be in consultation with Accessibility Services and reach out to the faculty member as soon as possible to ensure that accommodations can be made in a timely manner.
ECON 223 - L/D

Section 01
Tu 10:00 AM - 11:20 AM CONV 207
Th 10:00 AM - 11:20 AM CONV 207

Section 02
Tu 11:30 AM - 12:50 PM CONV 207
Th 11:30 AM - 12:50 PM CONV 207

Offerings

2024-25: Not offered
Other years: Offered in Fall 2014, Fall 2015, Fall 2019, Fall 2021