Public Economics - Raj Chetty

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Dive into a comprehensive graduate-level course on public economics from Harvard University. Explore the optimal design of tax and social insurance policies, combining theoretical models with empirical evidence. Cover key topics including efficiency costs and incidence of taxation, income taxation, transfer and welfare programs, public goods and externalities, optimal social insurance, and welfare analysis in behavioral models. Through a series of lectures, examine tax incidence, efficiency costs of taxation, optimal taxation, income taxation and labor supply, social insurance, public goods and externalities, and corporate taxation. Gain insights from expert instruction, including a guest lecture on social insurance, to develop a deep understanding of public economics principles and their real-world applications.

Syllabus

Topic 1: Introduction | Economics 2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 2: Tax Incidence Part 1 | Economics 2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 2: Tax Incidence Part 2 | Economics 2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 2: Tax Incidence Part 3 | Economics 2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 3: Efficiency Cost of Taxation Part 1 | Economics 2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 3: Efficiency Cost of Taxation Part 2 | Economics 2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 3: Efficiency Cost of Taxation Part 3 | Economics 2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 4: Optimal Taxation Part 1 | Economics 2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 4: Optimal Taxation Part 2 | Economics 2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 4: Optimal Taxation Part 3 | Economics 2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 5: Income Taxation and Labor Supply part 1 | Economics 2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 5: Income Taxation and Labor Supply part 2 | Economics 2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 5: Income Taxation and Labor Supply part 3 | Economics 2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 5: Income Taxation and Labor Supply part 4 | Economics 2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 5: Income Taxation and Labor Supply part 5 | Economics 2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 6: Social Insurance Part 1 | Econ2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 6: Social Insurance Part 2 | Econ2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 6: Social Insurance Part 3 | Econ2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 6: Social Insurance Part 4 (Guest Lecture) | Econ2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 6: Social Insurance Part 5 | Econ2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 6: Social Insurance Part 6 | Econ2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 7: Public Goods and Externalities Part 1 | Econ2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 7: Public Goods and Externalities Part 2 | Econ2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 7: Public Goods and Externalities Part 3 | Econ2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 8: Corporate Taxation Part 1 | Economics 2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 8: Corporate Taxation Part 2 | Economics 2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 8: Corporate Taxation Part 3 | Economics 2450A: Public Economics.
Topic 8: Corporate Taxation Part 4 | Economics 2450A: Public Economics.

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4.5 rating, based on 6 Class Central reviews

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Chander Prakash

This course is a brilliant introduction to the real-world application of economic theory in public policy. Raj Chetty presents complex topics like taxation, inequality, education, and social mobility in a clear, engaging, and highly practical manner. The use of real data, combined with Chetty's ability to simplify concepts without losing depth, makes this course incredibly valuable for anyone interested in how economics can improve lives. Highly recommended for students, policy enthusiasts, and lifelong learners alike!
Wheto Felix S.F.C Owode

I have learnt a lot on taxation and how government deals with economic issues in a country. This will enable me to understand the coming topics and how government affect country decisions as an economist.

This is a refreshing fact and one step to understand economic principles.
Umar Bello

What a nice economics course. It's kinda joyful class with the classical and neoclassical economic experiences
Anasha Khan

Insightful and engaging! Raj Chetty breaks down economic inequality with data-driven clarity and passion
Takudzwa Wayne Mhaka

I recently completed the Public Economics course and found it to be a comprehensive and enlightening experience. The course provided a thorough understanding of the role of government in the economy, taxation, public expenditure, and the evaluation…

I recently completed the Public Economics course and found it to be a comprehensive and enlightening experience. The course provided a thorough understanding of the role of government in the economy, taxation, public expenditure, and the evaluation of public policies, with clear explanations, relevant examples, and practical applications. I appreciated the focus on policy-making and critical thinking, which allowed me to develop a deeper understanding of the subject matter. While some complex concepts required additional effort, the course's engaging presentation and practical focus made it easy to stay motivated. Overall, I highly recommend the Public Economics course to anyone interested in understanding the role of government in the economy and the evaluation of public policies, as it provides a valuable and practical understanding of the subject.
NUSRAT JAHAN PINKY

Good, learn many interesting and new words which i Didn't learn from my diploma, and its too easy to understand, and also want some more