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ECN6510   Microeconomic Analysis   (15 credits)

 
Year Running: 2016/2017
Credit level: F7
Pre-requisites for   ECN6004   ECN604   (when the module is running)
Additional Information   Knowledge of advanced microeconomics at undergraduate level.

Description

Microeconomics is concerned with the behaviour of individuals, households and firms, and their interactions. This module aims to develop the skills you will require to analyse microeconomic problems and theories and to provide an introduction to advanced microeconomics. You will use mathematical and quantitative analysis to analyse topics such as consumer theory, risk and uncertainty, and intertemporal choice. In addition, this module will further develop your skills of critical evaluation and appraisal in the context of advanced microeconomic theory.

 

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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type Hours
Independent 125.0
Lecture 20.0
Seminar 5.0
 

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type Duration % of formal assessment Semester
Course Work 0.0 75 % S1
Other 0.0 25 % S1
 

Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2023-24.