An introduction to the economics of information and the media, with a focus on the analysis of production and distribution of information, the application of theory to selected communications-media industries in Canada, and the analysis of existing Canadian policies. Preclusion: credit will not be given if taken concurrently with or after ECON 4205 (no longer offered) or ECON 4850. Precludes additional credit for ECON 3200 (no longer offered). Prerequisite(s): ECON 1000 or FYSM 1003.Lectures three hours a week.
