Economics of Crime (344-0-20)

Instructors

Elisa Jacome

Meeting Info

Frances Searle Building 2407: Mon, Wed, Fri 2:00PM - 3:20PM

Overview of class

This course applies the theoretical and empirical tools of microeconomics to the study of crime and the criminal justice system. Topics include the determinants of crime (such as childhood influences and the role of police), discrimination in the criminal justice system, consequences of criminal justice contact, and the economic and social costs of violence. The course emphasizes empirical research and policy relevance, equipping students to critically analyze evidence and debates related to the economics of crime.

Registration Requirements

Students must have completed Microeconomics (310-1, 310-2) and Econometrics (281), or their equivalents, prior to enrolling in the course.

Teaching Method

Lecture: 2/week, required reading

Evaluation Method

Problem sets, 1 presentation, exams

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Reserved for Economics Majors & Minors until the end of preregistration, after which time enrollment will be open to everyone who has taken the prerequisites. Pre-requisite: Students must have taken ECON 310-1 or MMSS 211-1 and ECON 281 or ECON 381-1 or MATH 386-1 or IEMS 304 or STAT 350 to successfully enroll in this course.