<p>(Formerly numbered M200D.) (Same as Public Policy M270.) Seminar, two hours; discussion, one hour. Limited to graduate students. Familiarization with fundamental concepts, themes, and principles of economic development. Focus on indigenous communities broadly and contrasted with other regions, countries, and communities. Introduction to important concepts such as opportunity cost, economic trade-offs, adverse selection, moral hazard, and discount rates through use of existing research and case studies. These basic concepts are important for graduate students who will be analyzing and evaluating research conducted on and for indigenous peoples and governments. S/U or letter grading.</p>

American Indian Studies

Combining rigorous, inclusive pedagogy with opportunities for co-curricular activities—including research, internships, and community engagement—the College provides students with diverse learning experiences that helps them thrive, become critical thinkers, and transform society.

College of Letters and Science

The program is devoted to the study of indigenous peoples, and is committed to directly engaging with and working or the Indigenous peoples of California and beyond.

General Catalog

Economic Principles and Economic Development in Indigenous Communities

AMINDM207

4 units