Code |
Course Name |
Language |
Type |
ECN 208E |
Public Economics |
English |
Compulsory / Elective |
Local Credits |
ECTS |
Theoretical |
Tutorial |
Laboratory |
3 |
7 |
3 |
0 |
0 |
Course Prerequisites and Class Restriction |
Prerequisites |
ECN 201E MIN DD or ISL 233 MIN DD or ISL 233E MIN DD
|
Class Restriction |
None |
Course Description |
The course starts with the introduction of welfare economics, particularly focusing on equity and efficiency with the emphasis of
role of the government. Next, market failure, public goods and externalities will be introduced to illustrate why government
intervention is necessary. Lastly some public issues such as voting and taxation will be discussed. |
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