Carleton University · ECON 4404

Public Economics: Taxation

Credits : 0.5 creditReference year : 2026-27

Description

A discussion of the theory of taxation and an examination of empirical attempts to quantify the theory. Some topics of current interest, such as the redistribution of income in Canada and tax reform, are examined.

Prerequisites

  • Prerequisite(s): ECON 3020 (or equivalent) with a grade of C- or higher.

Conditions and arrangements

  • Prerequisite(s): ECON 3020 (or equivalent) with a grade of C- or higher.
  • Lectures three hours a week.
Reference text in its original language

A discussion of the theory of taxation and an examination of empirical attempts to quantify the theory. Some topics of current interest, such as the redistribution of income in Canada and tax reform, are examined.

  • Prerequisite(s): ECON 3020 (or equivalent) with a grade of C- or higher.
  • Lectures three hours a week.

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