8504-HS2021-0-Microeconomics II





Root number 8504
Semester HS2021
Type of course Lecture
Allocation to subject Economics
Type of exam Written exam
Title Microeconomics II
Description In this course we first discuss the general equilibrium model. We establish existence of equilibria. Then we discuss the welfare properties of equilibria and their relationship with the core. Further topics include: externalities, public goods and auctions. The aim of this course is to give an overview of advanced topics in microeconomics.
Readings:
- Hal Varian: Microeconomic Analaysis, Norton 1992
- Geoffrey A. Jehle and Philip J. Reny: Advanced Microeconomic Theory, 3rd Edition, Pearson 2011
Further readings:
- Andreu Mas-Collel, Michael Whinston and Jerry Green: Microeconomic theory, OUP 1995
Credits: 3 SWS, 4.5 ECTS
Prerequisites: Mikroökonomie I
Evaluation: written exam
This course can also be attended by master and PhD students of the Graduate School of Climate Sciences.

We are planning to have in-person lectures and exercises. However, this will depend on how the situation develops. Please check ILIAS for updates.

Lecture:
Tuesday, 14:15 - 17:00h, F023, Unitobler
Exercises with assistant Philipp Brunner (philipp.brunner@vwi.unibe.ch):
Tuesday, 14:15 - 17:00h, October 5 and 26, November 16, December 7

Exams:
1st exam: Tuesday, 21.12.2021, 14.15-15.45 h, F023, Unitobler

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2nd exam: Tuesday, 15.02.2022, 14.15-15.45h, ONLINE - FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CHECK ILIAS
ILIAS-Link (Learning resource for course) No registration/deregistration in CTS (Admission in ILIAS possible). ILIAS
Link to another web site
Lecturers Prof. Dr. Igor LetinaDepartment of Economics 
ECTS 4.5
Recognition as optional course possible No
Grading 1 to 6
 
Dates Tuesday 14:15-17:00 Weekly
Tuesday 15/2/2022 14:15-15:45
 
Rooms Hörraum F 023, Hörraumgebäude Unitobler
 
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