Course Catalog - 2015-2016

     

ECON 305 - GAME THEORY, MICRO TOPICS/MTEC

Long Title: GAME THEORY, MICRO TOPICS FOR MTEC MAJORS
Department: Economics
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): (ECON 307 OR STAT 310) AND (ECON 308 OR ECON 401 OR ECON 477)
Description: Advanced level analysis of topics in microeconomics, focusing on mathematical modeling and designed for students in the MTEC major. Topics include the foundations and applications of game theory, general equilibrium theory and applications, the economics of choice under uncertainty, and information economics including issues of asymmetric information. Additional topics may include auction theory, mechanism design, and behavioral economics. Open to all majors. Credit may not be earned for both ECON 305 and ECON 405. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for ECON 305 if student has credit for ECON 405.