 | Study programme 2023-2024 | Français | |
| Introduction to Economic Models - AAEP | |||
Learning Activity |
| Code | Lecturer(s) | Associate Lecturer(s) | Subsitute Lecturer(s) et other(s) | Establishment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W-DPES-033 |
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| Language of instruction | Language of assessment | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anglais | Anglais | 15 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Q2 |
Content of Learning Activity
Broad introduction to economic models (their general features, their relevance, the difference between a normative and positive approach,...)
One variable functions as the simplest way of representing the relationships between economic variables (linear and non-linear functions, their derivatives,...)
Chain rule (when, how to use it,...)
The representation of variation (discrete and continuous variations, exponential and logarithm functions, ...)
Required Learning Resources/Tools
The courses slides together with attending the courses will be sufficient
Recommended Learning Resources/Tools
Not applicable
Other Recommended Reading
Chiang, A., and Wainwright, K. (2005), Fundamental Methods of Mathematical Economics, Mac Graw Hill
Simon, C. P., and Blume, L. (1994), Mathematics for economists, W. W. Norton & Company.
Mode of delivery
- Face-to-face
Type of Teaching Activity/Activities
- Cours magistraux
- Conférences
- Travaux pratiques
- Etudes de cas
Evaluations
The assessment methods of the Learning Activity (AA) are specified in the course description of the corresponding Educational Component (UE)
Location of learning activity
- Université de Mons - Mons
Location of assessment
- Université de Mons - Mons