ECON 159: Economics of Art, Entertainment, and Culture

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Units: 4

Hours: Lecture, 3 hours; extra reading, 3 hours

Catalog page 231

Prerequisites: ECON 002 or ECON 002H or ECON 003 or ECON 004 or consent of instructor

Description: An overview of the economic aspects of art, entertainment, and culture. Includes consumer demand for culture, economic models of nonprofit organizations, and competition and market structure in the arts and entertainment industries. Addresses copyright issues, public support of the arts, and the role and impact of public and private subsidies.

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