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SPORTS ECONOMICS

ECON 321
Course Description

An examination of the economics behind major professional and intercollegiate sports teams and franchises. Topics covered include the organization of leagues, competitive balance, cooperative and collusive behavior, measurement of productivity, the market for franchises, sale and resale of tickets, and public financing of facilities.

Prerequisties

ECON 101 , ECON 111 , AAE 101 , or 215 prior to Fall 2024

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

3 to 4

Offered

Fall, Spring, Summer

Grade Point Average
3.27

0.61% from Historical

Completion Rate
100%

No change from Historical

A Rate
26.19%

9.83% from Historical

Class Size
42

-35.38% from Historical

2025 Fall Grade Distribution

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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