Courses

Explores neoclassical theory of the firm, the determinants of industrial structure, and the purposes and institutions of public policy to control or maintain a competitive environment. Prereq., ECON 3070. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: United States context.

Explores two major branches of Industrial Organization--antitrust and regulation. Focus is on developing qualitative and quantitative skills for the legal-economic analysis of issues and problems across a variety of industries. Case studies are used to illustrate concepts, including mergers, collusive agreements, monopolization, and networks. Individual and group projects help develop advocacy and public speaking skills. Prereq., ECON 3070.

Introduces students to the economic analysis of relationship between firms and incentives within firms. The first part covers classical theories of firm boundaries and contractual relationship between firms. The second part focuses on compensation and incentive issues within firms. Prereqs., ECON 3070 and 3818.

Highlights economics of regulation of industry and markets, industry studies, and the application of lab methods to industrial organization. Prereq., ECON 7010. Prerequisites: Restricted to Graduate Students only.

Addresses the theory of interaction of firms within markets and industries, emphasizing importance of the number, relative size of firms, market institution,firm strategies, and nature of consumer demand. Examines neoclassical and game theoretic models, empirical industry studies, and laboratory tests of theoretical models and policies. Prereq., ECON 7010. Prerequisites: Restricted to Graduate Students only.