Microeconomics II Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Course Overview
This module is an introduction to modern industrial organization (IO) and its applications to applied economic policy. The module covers standard IO topics at master level: monopoly, oligopoly, product differentiation, pricing strategies, mergers.
Learning Achievement
Qualification targets: Students learn the standard modelling techniques. After attending this module, students should be able to read and understand IO oriented scientific literature. Imparted soft skills: Analytical thinking, Independent studying and learning, Critical thinking
Competence
Course prerequisites
Good knowledge of mathematics. Good command of English.
Grading Philosophy
100 % Written exam (90 min)
Course schedule
Week1: Introduction Week2: followed by Week3 to the Final Week
Course type
Online Course Requirement
Instructor
Prof. Dr. Julio Robledo del Prado
Other information
a) Lecture b) Exercise Session Learning material and relevant literature: Gravelle & Rees (2004, 3rd Edn) Microeconomics; Lynne Pepall et at (2010) Contemporary Industrial Organisation
Site for Inquiry
Please inquire about the courses at the address below.
Contact person: Jan Wüstenfeld: wiwi-international@ruhr-uni-bochum.de
Email address: https://www.wiwi.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/studium/service.html.de
