Module Provider: |
Economics |
Number of credits: |
10 [5 ECTS credits] |
Level: |
I (Intermediate) |
Terms in which taught: |
Spring |
Module Convenor: |
Dr
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Grant |
Pre-requisites: |
EC201A
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Co-requisites: |
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Modules excluded: |
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Module version for: |
2007/8 |
Aims:
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Assessable learning outcomes:
At the end of this module students should be able to:
Understand and explain theories of monopolistic and oligopolistic business behaviour.
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Additional outcomes:
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Outline content:
Following on from the theory of the firm, introduced in EC201A, the focus of this module is on monopoly, monopsony, bilateral monopoly and oligopoly. |
Brief description of teaching
and learning methods:
Lectures will develop all the main material. Seminars or practicals will cover exercise material designed to facilitate understanding of lecture topics. Office hours will be available for students to consult lecturers on an individual basis.is. |
Contact hours:
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Autumn |
Spring |
Summer |
| Lectures |
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6 x 2 hrs |
1 x 1 hr |
| Tutorials/seminars |
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3 x 1 hr |
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| Practicals |
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| Other contact (eg study visits) |
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| Total hours |
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15 |
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| Number of essays or assignments |
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Optional essays; 1 compulsory test |
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| Other (eg major seminar paper) |
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Assessment:
Coursework
One unseen written test.
Relative percentage of coursework
Coursework has a weight of 20% in the final assessment mark.
Penalties for late submission
Penalties for late submission will be in accordance with the University policy.
Examination
One 1-hour unseen written paper.
Part 2 examinations begin in the fourth week of the Summer term.
Requirements for a pass
A minimum mark of 40%.
Reassessment arrangements
Re-examination for Part 2 modules takes place in August/September of the same year.
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