EC9D3: Microeconomics B
Daniele Condorelli
Module Leader
Introduction
EC9D3-30 Microeconomics B
Principal Aims
To enable students to acquire a rigorous understanding of key microeconomic principles, covering some of the most important topics, concepts and methods used in modern microeconomic analysis, along with relevant evidence and applications.
Principal Learning Outcomes
Subject Knowledge and Understanding:...demonstrate a rigorous understanding of the mathematical foundations of microeconomic analysis.
Subject Knowledge and Understanding:...demonstrate a rigorous understanding of applications of microeconomic theory.
Subject Knowledge and Understanding:...demonstrate a rigorous understanding of microeconomic concepts in the areas of game theory, information economics and choice under uncertainty.
Syllabus
The syllabus may cover, but is not limited to, the following areas:
Consumer theory, producer theory, general equilibrium, equilibrium over time and under uncertainty, social choice, game theory, incomplete information, extensive games and mechanism design.
Context
- Optional Core Module
- C8P8 - Year 1, L1P6 - Year 1, L1P7 - Year 1
- Optional Module
- G30B - Year 4
- Pre or Co-requisites
- The module demands a deep understanding of core undergraduate microeconomic principles, and a good understanding of mathematical methods such as constrained optimisation.
Assessment
- Assessment Method
- Coursework (10%) + Centrally-timetabled examination (On-campus) (90%)
- Coursework Details
- Centrally-timetabled examination (On-campus) (90%) , Test 1 Micro B (5%) , Test 2 Micro B (5%)
- Exam Timing
- January