ECON698 LABOUR MARKET ECONOMICS

Course Code:3110698
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):3 (3.00 - 0.00)
ECTS Credit:8.0
Department:Economics
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Graduate
Course Coordinator:Assoc.Prof.Dr. HAKAN ERCAN
Offered Semester:Fall or Spring Semesters.

Course Objectives


Course Content

An up-to date review of modern labor market theories, related policy issues and applications, as well as methods of findings of empirical research, including national and regional level analysis of these markets both in developed and developing countries. Open to economic and administrative sciences majors as well as to students from computer science, regional planning and engineering.


Course Learning Outcomes


Program Outcomes Matrix

Level of Contribution
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1Advanced level of knowledge on the theory of economics and economic indicators, competency in modelling, analysis and application of economic theories using advanced mathematical and econometric techniques;
2Competency in asking the right research questions;
3Develop an innovative knowledge, method, design and/or practice or adapt an already known knowledge, method, design and/or practice to another field; research, conceive, design, adapt and implement an original subject;
4Conceive the interdisciplinary interaction which the field is related with; efficient use of time; demonstrate leadership in contexts requiring innovative and interdisciplinary problem solving;
5Ability in thouroughly explaining the impact of economic policies on individuals, markets and countries with the help of the theoretical background achieved during program of study;
6Contribute to the progression in the field by producing an innovative idea, skill, and/or practice or by adapting an already known idea, skill, and/or practice to a different field independently;
7Contribute to the transition of the community to an information society and its sustainability process by introducing scientific, technological, social or cultural improvements;
8Ability and competence to work and conduct research with national and international research groups and partnerships;
9Defend original views when exchanging ideas in the field with professionals and communicate effectively by showing competence in the field.

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