MICROECONOMICS|TOOLS TO ANALYSE AND RESOLVE PROBLEMS

This module provides a thorough introduction to contemporary microeconomic theory and its applications.The module concentrates on how individuals, policy...

This module provides a thorough introduction to contemporary microeconomic theory and its applications.The module concentrates on how individuals, policy makers, and firms can use microeconomic tools to analyze and resolve problems. We will study the theory of thefirm, and explore firm behaviour and welfare analysis in various market settings including perfectly competitive markets, monopoly,oligopoly and strategic interaction between firms. We will also see the sense in which market economies are efficient, and the way governments can make our economy less or more efficient.

The module aims to develop a range of productive and comprehension language skills in spoken and written Estonian at intermediate level; these skills will...

The module aims to develop a range of productive and comprehension language skills in spoken and written Estonian at intermediate level; these skills will relate both to the students' studies and to practical situations in Estonia. Students on a two-year MRes programme, and appropriately qualified MA students on other programmes are entitled to enrol on this course. The module will include development of oral skills, the reading of relatively complex authentic texts, some grammar exercises and some writing in Estonian.

The module aims to develop a range of productive and comprehension language skills in spoken and written Romanian at intermediate level; these skills will...

The module aims to develop a range of productive and comprehension language skills in spoken and written Romanian at intermediate level; these skills will relate both to the students' studies and to practical situations in Romania. Students on a two-year MRes programme, and appropriately qualified MA students on other programmes are entitled to enrol on this module. The module will include development of oral skills, the reading of relatively complex authentic texts, some grammar exercises and some writing in Romanian.