ECON203 MICROECONOMIC THEORY II
| Course Code: | 3110203 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 4 (3.00 - 2.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 7.0 |
| Department: | Economics |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Prof.Dr. SERKAN KÜÇÜKŞENEL |
| Offered Semester: | Fall or Spring Semesters. |
Course Objectives
Course Content
This course continues the development of microeconomic analysis from Econ 201. The main aim is to provide an introduction to general equilibrium analysis and strategic decision making processes of agents in different economic environments.
i)The course is intended to fit into the Economics B.S program as a second year must course.
ii)The basic purpose of this course is to introduce advanced topics in microeconomics.
Course Learning Outcomes
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Level of Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 1 | Use and develop skillfully economic concepts and theories, analyse economic behaviour and events by conceptualizing and evaluating via scientific methods (Has skills regarding theory and analysis) | ✔ | |||
| 2 | Evaluate how economic policies affect economic performance and how economic interest, relationship and interaction affect policy decisions (Knowledgeable about economic policies) | ✔ | |||
| 3 | Design and carry out studies regarding data collection, analysis and evaluation, that can be used in decision processes at every level (individual, firm, government, etc.)(Knowledgeable about quantitative and qualitative methods) | ✔ | |||
| 4 | Evaluate systematically and compare economic knowledge, phenomena and methodology; Develop critical, creative/innovative approaches to these (Critical, creative, innovative) | ✔ | |||
| 5 | Understand current economic phenomena and relevant political developments using information and data from various resources and provide multifaceted explanations (Concerned about current events) | ✔ | |||
| 6 | Follow developments in economic theory and methods; Be open to continuous learning (Open to continuous learning) | ✔ | |||
| 7 | Have skills to work independently and in a team (Individual and teamwork) | ✔ | |||
| 8 | Approach critically to economic and societal events and problems while being sensitive to social problems; Produce solutions to these problems by scientific approach; Share own thoughts (Sensitive to social problems) | ✔ | |||
| 9 | Communicate clearly, effectively and fluently (in English and Turkish) verbally and in writing, utilizing new technologies (Has effective communication skills) | ✔ | |||
0: No Contribution 1: Little Contribution 2: Partial Contribution 3: Full Contribution