PPEL363

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Rational Choice and Political Theory

Phil, Politics, Econ, & Law School of Arts and Sciences

Status

Active

Subject code

PPEL

Course Number

363

Department(s)

Philosophy, Politics, Economics, and Law

Description

Critical introduction to the concepts and tools of rational choice theory and their application to the realm of politics in the form of social choice and public choice theory. Particular attention will be given to the use of choice theory to make normative arguments regarding the design of political and legal institutions, as well as public policy.