Topics include consumer theory, production theory and the use of game theoretic and dynamic optimization tools. EBGN409, EBGN511 or permission of instructor. A second course in econometrics. An in-depth research project supervised by a faculty member from the student's field of specialization. Lectures provide an overview of methods used in economic research, and information on how to carry out research and present research results.
Students give a seminar on their research.
This course must be taken by all Ph.D. students during Spring semester of their second year. Usually, the course is offered only once.