KTTP2110 Basics of Economics (6 cr)
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Description
Basic concepts and elements of both microeconomic and macroeconomic theories with discussion of their implications for economic policy-making. Basic modeling principles, national income accounting and related statistics are also included in the course.
Learning outcomes
*comprehend basic economic concepts (f. e. markets, prices, demand, supply, GNP, money, inflation) and their behavior
*apply the concepts and behavior of demand and supply in different market situations, both from a viewpoint of consumers and companies
*evaluate different alternatives and solutions to economic problems
*analyze main factors affecting economic development
Additional information
Timing: 1st year
Study materials
Soveltuvin osin seuraavat perusoppikirjat:
· Acemoglu, Laibson & List: Economics (3rd edition)
· CORE Econ -työryhmän Talous-oppikirja
· Cowen & Tabarrok: Modern Principles of Economics (4th edition)
· Mankiw: Principles of Economics (8th edition)
Taloustieteen peruskurssilla ei ole käytössä yhtä varsinaista oppikirjaa, vaan kurssi perustuu ensisijaisesti kurssia varten tehtyyn luentomonisteeseen, joka on kirjoitettu pääosin yllä listattuja taloustieteen oppikirjoja hyödyntäen.