103182-FS2023-0-Economics of Innovation





Root number 103182
Semester FS2023
Type of course Lecture
Allocation to subject Economics
Type of exam not defined
Title Economics of Innovation
Description The course provides a theoretical introduction to the field of innovation economics. The course is an elective course either attributable for a Bachelor’s degree or a Master’s degree in Economics. Teaching language is English. In this course we learn why and how institutions provide incentives for innovative activity. We study basic models of ideas, and how market structure, globalization and intellectual property rights impact the innovative activity of competing firms. We will also examine innovation contests and study how they should be optimally designed.
The lecture is open to both BA and MSc students.

Language: English
Credits: 3 SWS / 4.5 ECTS
Evaluation: written exam in English

Lecture:

Wednesday, 14:15 - 17.00 hrs, 115, H4
Exercises: Philipp Brunner (philipp.brunner@unibe.ch), 115, H4

Exams:


*** due to high demand please note the following room distribution for exam 31. May:

1. Term: Wednesday, May 31, 2023, 14:15 - 15.45 h

Family names starting A - N please go to room 115, H4
Family names starting O - Z please go to room A222, UniS

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2. Term: Wednesday, September 13, 2023, 14.15- 15.45 h, 205, H4
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 Wednesday 14:15-17:00 Weekly
Wednesday 13/9/2023 14:15-15:45
 
Rooms Seminarraum 115, Hauptgebäude H4
External rooms 205, H4
 
Students please consult the detailed view for complete information on dates, rooms and planned podcasts.