UNIVERSITY OF ST. FRANCIS
SYLLABUS
BSAD 302 - CONSUMPTION ECONOMICS Dr. Veree Ethridge
3 Credit Hours Spring 2005
M & W 11:00-12:15 p.m.
PREREQUISITE: 61 102
REQUIRED TEXT: Consumer Expenditure Survey, 2002-2003 (CD)
Consumer Action Handbook
READINGS: All readings on reserve in Library.
Additional readings may be assigned in class.
Some material on USF network in O drive in
Folder: Bus. Adm./Ethridge/consumecon. Additional
Items will be posted on Webct course site.
Reserved text chapters from Consumption Economics,
Consumer Economics by McGowen, Economics by
McEachern and Economic Issues for Consumers
OBJECTIVES:
This course will provide the student with a working knowledge of micro
and macro aspects of consumption as well as an examination of the policies
regulating the consumer market. The student will learn to interpret and use
government provided consumption data to gather insight into household
consumption patterns in the U.S.
TENTATIVE COURSE OUTLINE:
Week of Topic Optional
Jan. 10 Introduction to Consumption Consumption
Economics Economics, pp. 3-13;
Micro Theory of Consumption
Economics Consumption, pp. 78-95
Demand Theories McGowan, pp. 68-87
Jan. 24 Advanced Micro Theories McEachern, pp.393-445
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TENTATIVE COURSE OUTLINE: (CONTINUED)
Week of Topic Optional
Jan. 31 Macro Theory of Consumption McGowan, pp.44-65
Economics
McEachern pp.178-229
Income Theories Consumption, pp106-109
Income Distribution
Feb. 7 EXAM I (THEORY)
Feb. 9 Intro to Consumption Intro of Consumer Exp Survey
Data & Price Indexes Handouts
Other Data Sources
Feb. 14 Survey Data Analysis Text CD and Web site
(Explanation of weekly assign-
ments given in class)
Feb. 16-
March 21 Survey Data Group Work
March 23 Written reports due
Mar. 23,28,30 Oral Reports
& April 4
April 6 Summary Trends in Consumption PowerPoint
April 11 EXAM II (SURVEYS)
April 13 Consumer Market Regulation College Web Page
Federal Level: FTC, FDA Handouts
Economics Issues for Consumers
April 25 Federal Continued: CPSC, NHTSA, Consumer Action Handbook
EPA, FCC
April 29 State Level Regulation
Private-Trade Associations
May FINAL EXAM III (REGULATION) - (DURING FINALS)
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EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS:
ATTENDANCE: Class participation grade requires regular attendance
and active participation.
EXAMS: The format of the exams will be discussed in class. Any
exams missed on the assigned exam days must be made
up on the very next class meeting and must have prior
approval.
HOMEWORK: Homework projects will be assigned. Due dates will be
announced and no late papers will be accepted without
prior approval. Dates may be adjusted so check webct calendar.
GRADING POLICY: Exams I, II, III = 300 points
Class participation = 50 "
Survey Project = 150 "
Homework = 50 "
Total 550 points
495 points = A
440 points = B
385 points = C
330 points = D
OFFICE HOURS: Monday & Wednesday - 9:30-11:00 a.m.
Tuesday & Thursday - 9:00-9:30 a.m. & 1:45- 2:15 p.m.
And by appointment
Office - N222; Phone: 740-3849
EMAIL: vethridge@stfrancis.edu
http://www.stfrancis.edu/ba/vereee/vereee.htm
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University Policies
Academic Integrity:
Students have an obligation to exhibit honesty in carrying out their academic assignments. Students may be found to have violated this obligation if they plagiarize
or cheat. Plagiarism is presenting the work of others as one’s own. Cheating is taking, giving or accepting any illicit advantage for any course work inside or outside of the classroom.
ADA Statement:
Any student who feels s/he may need an accommodation based on the impact of a disability should contact your instructor privately to discuss your specific needs. Reasonable accommodations, as arranged through the Disabilities Coordinator,
Ms. Pat Viveo, will be provided for students with documented disabilities. Contact
her at 815-740-3864 in Tower Hall, Room S210, or email her at pviveo@stfrancis.edu
to coordinate accommodations.
Academic Resources:
If you need academic-related resources or assistance, please contact the Academic Resource Center on the second floor of the USF Library, room 214, or call them at
(815) 740-5060.
USF Mission Statement:
As a Catholic university rooted in the liberal arts, we are a welcoming community of learners challenged by Franciscan values and charism, engaged in a continuous pursuit
of knowledge, faith, wisdom and justice, and ever mindful of a tradition that emphasizes reverence for creation, compassion and peacemaking. We strive for academic excellence
in all programs, preparing women and men to contribute to the world through service and leadership.
College of Business Mission Statement:
The mission of the College of Business is to offer undergraduate and graduate degree programs that are career oriented and focus on academic excellence. Undergraduate programs are designed for traditional and nontraditional students providing a blend of professional studies, technology and a strong liberal arts curriculum. Graduate programs are designed for working professionals and are practitioner based. All programs in the College of Business are driven by the University’s Catholic Franciscan mission. The College seeks to inspire in its students a love of knowledge and truth and to instill the Franciscan values of respect, compassion, integrity and service.
Policies not covered in this syllabus will be handled in accordance with the USF catalog.