This is a major research, technical writing and communications project that involves investigation of a relevant economic problem. The project includes a literature review utilizing electronic and library resources, a clear articulation of the appropriate economic concepts, an empirical investigation, and interpretation of results. A comprehensive research report is written. Research methodology and technical writing skills are addressed in a series of lectures at the beginning of the term. Prerequisite(s): AREC 272.3 and AREC 262.3 and successful completion of 75 credit units of university level courses. Restriction(s): Restricted to B.S.A. (AGEC) and BSCAGB programs. Note: Students with credit for BPBE 492 may not take this course for credit.
This is a major research, technical writing and communications project that involves investigation of a relevant economic problem. The project includes a literature review utilizing electronic and library resources, a clear articulation of the appropriate economic concepts, an empirical investigation, and interpretation of results. A comprehensive research report is written. Research methodology and technical writing skills are addressed in a series of lectures at the beginning of the term. Prerequisite(s): AREC 272.3 and AREC 262.3 and successful completion of 75 credit units of university level courses. Restriction(s): Restricted to B.S.A. (AGEC) and BSCAGB programs. Note: Students with credit for BPBE 492 may not take this course for credit.
