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Game Theory

Course within the Masterprogramme in Economics.

Game theory is a central and dynamic part of modern microeconomics but is also used by, for example,political scientists and biologists. This course provides an introduction to modern game theory which dealswith the strategic interaction of economic agents. The course consists of two main parts; the first deals withnormal and extensive form games with complete information and the second deals with games with imperfectinformation. In addition, the course introduces the basis of evolutionary game theory.

Throughout the course, the theory will be applied to explain the origins and functions of different economicand political economy structures. Examples of such structures are imperfect competition, auctions, collectivedecision making and investments in non-productive conflict technologies.

  • Course structure

    This is a 7.5 credit course.

    Course material will be available through the learning platform Athena during the course.

    Teaching format

    Instruction will be in the form of lectures where time will also be devoted to reviewing solutions to pre-assigned problem sets. The language of instruction is English.

    Assessment

    There will be a written exam at the end of the course. Students are graded on basis of how well they fulfil theaims of the course.

    Examiner

    Michael Lundholm

    Course director: Mathias Herzing

  • Schedule

    The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.
  • Course literature

    Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.

    Martin J. Osborne, An introduction to Game Theory (Oxford University).

  • Contact

    Course administrator and International coordinator
    Academic advisor and teacher
    Director of studies bachelor's and master's level