An Introduction to Economics

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Course Description

  • Course Name

    An Introduction to Economics

  • Host University

    Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

  • Location

    Amsterdam, The Netherlands

  • Area of Study

    Economics

  • Language Level

    Taught In English

  • Course Level Recommendations

    Upper

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    Hours & Credits

  • ECTS Credits

    6
  • Recommended U.S. Semester Credits
    3
  • Recommended U.S. Quarter Units
    4
  • Overview

    COURSE OBJECTIVE
    This course will introduce you to the fundamentals and basic tools of economic analysis. It will teach you the perspective of the economist:
    viewing reality as the result of choices and the trade-offs that these choices reflect (Academic Skills; Knowledge). In terms of Knowledge you will learn the basic theories and models of micro- and macroeconomics. You will also learn the basic analytical tools used in the analysis of economic data (Quantitative Skills). Finally, the course will introduce you to the most important nstitutions of the global economy. The course will also show you how the tools and theories can be applied to real life examples taken from the world economy. (Bridging Theory and Practice).

    COURSE CONTENT
    Topics to be discussed are:
    - Consumers, sellers and Incentives;
    - Perfect competition, Trade;
    - Externalities;
    - Labor market/ human capital/unemployment;
    - Economics of Information;
    - Game theory/ Auctions;
    - Economic Growth;
    - Business Cycles;
    - Credit Markets

    TEACHING METHODS
    Lectures
    Tutorials

    TYPE OF ASSESSMENT
    Written exam (MC) - Individual assessment
    Assignment(s)

Course Disclaimer

Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences 

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