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ECONS520-23B (HAM)
Microeconomic Analysis - Theory
15 Points
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John Gibson
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john.gibson@waikato.ac.nz
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What this paper is about
This course focuses on applications of microeconomic theory, covering consumer theory, price theory, risk and information economics, the theory of the firm, and the theory of markets. Fundamental basic algebra and calculus will be called upon to develop an understanding of the aforementioned topics.
Along the way, we will critically examine some selected papers in applied theory and microeconometrics, asking what inspired them, what role economic theory played in them, how econometric techniques were used to test key hypotheses, and how theoretical and empirical findings were used to inform policy.
How this paper will be taught
The weekly two-hour class blocks will be comprised primarily of lectures. In the last few weeks of the course, students will provide presentations on influential journal articles. More information on the presentations will be provided in class
Required Readings
Nicholson, W. and Synder, C. Microeconomic Theory: Basic Principles & Extensions. Cengage Learning, 2017.
*Readings for each topic are provided in the Reading List for this paper (accessible through Moodle).
Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:
Assessments
How you will be assessed
The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0. There is no final exam.