ECON443 GAME THEORY AND ITS APPLICATIONS

Course Code:3110443
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):3 (3.00 - 0.00)
ECTS Credit:6.0
Department:Economics
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Undergraduate
Course Coordinator:Assoc.Prof.Dr. ESMA GAYGISIZ LAJUNEN
Offered Semester:Fall and Spring Semesters.

Course Objectives


Course Content

This course consists of two separate parts. The first part of the course is devoted to the techniques of non-cooperative game theory. After introducing the basic solution concepts in game theory the second part of the course focuses on the macroeconomic applications of game theory focusing upon the interrelationships among monetary and fiscal policy makers and wage setters in a national or an international context..


Course Learning Outcomes


Program Outcomes Matrix

Level of Contribution
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1The aim of our program is to equip our students with the necessary skills and tools to have a firm understanding of economic theory and policymaking. Our graduates will be able to conceptualize economic problems, assess, analyze, and propose scientific solutions to them.
2Our students are expected to have interdisciplinary perspective to be able to follow and understand daily economic and political developments.
3Our program also trains students to be open to new ideas, be sensitive about social problems surrounding them and work towards providing solutions for these to share with their community.

0: No Contribution 1: Little Contribution 2: Partial Contribution 3: Full Contribution