Syllabus

Title
1605 Advanced Macroeconomics
Instructors
Gregor Zens, MSc (WU)
Contact details
Type
PI
Weekly hours
2
Language of instruction
Englisch
Registration
09/17/20 to 09/20/20
Registration via LPIS
Notes to the course
Dates
Day Date Time Room
Wednesday 10/07/20 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM Online-Einheit
Wednesday 10/14/20 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM Online-Einheit
Wednesday 10/21/20 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM Online-Einheit
Wednesday 10/28/20 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM Online-Einheit
Wednesday 11/04/20 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM Online-Einheit
Wednesday 11/11/20 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM Online-Einheit
Wednesday 11/18/20 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM Online-Einheit
Wednesday 11/25/20 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM Online-Einheit
Wednesday 12/02/20 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM Online-Einheit
Wednesday 12/09/20 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM Online-Einheit
Wednesday 12/16/20 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM Online-Einheit
Wednesday 12/23/20 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM Online-Einheit
Wednesday 01/13/21 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM Online-Einheit
Wednesday 01/20/21 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM Online-Einheit
Wednesday 01/27/21 12:45 PM - 02:45 PM Online-Einheit
Procedure for the course when limited activity on campus

Depending on the size of the group, we may switch to full distance mode or rotation mode (i.e.  the attendance time of the course is divided between two or more student groups so that the lecturer holds all units, but changing student groups are present in the classroom).

Contents

Introduction to central approaches of growth theory (Solow model, endogenous growth theory).

Learning outcomes

After taking the course students will be able to understand the basics of theoretical approaches to economic growth (neoclassical growth theory and endogenous growth theory) and apply them in context.

 

Attendance requirements

You may miss up to two meetings.

Teaching/learning method(s)

The course has two parts.

The first part is a set of lectures (approximately 9 units; supported by a set of slides available in the learning center a couple of days before the meetings), complemented by a group assignment (homework). In this group assignment, students solve sample exam questions, further develop some theoretical arguments and have the chance to work empirically. This part ends with an exam.

In the second part (approximately 3 units) students prepare and present a term paper in groups.

Assessment

Exam: 60 points
Assignment: 20 points
Presentation: 20 points

A positive grade requires a minimum of 30 points on the exam and a minimum of 50 points overall.

Readings
1 Author: Jones
Title:

Introduction to Economic growth

Introduction to Economic Growth (Second Edition)


Edition: 2nd or 3rd edition (1st is also fine)
Content relevant for class examination: Yes
Content relevant for diploma examination: No
Recommendation: Strongly recommended (but no absolute necessity for purchase)
Type: Book
2 Author: Weil
Title:

Economic Growth

 


Content relevant for class examination: No
Content relevant for diploma examination: No
Recommendation: Reference literature
Type: Book
3 Author: Blanchard
Title: Macroeconomics

Content relevant for class examination: No
Content relevant for diploma examination: No
Recommendation: Reference literature
Type: Book
4 Author: Barro and Sala-i-Martin
Title: Economic growth

Content relevant for class examination: No
Content relevant for diploma examination: No
Recommendation: Reference literature
Type: Book
Prerequisites for participation and waiting lists

After the registration period, students from the waiting list, who don't yet have a valid registration, will be assigned to available places in the specific courses. This allotment is not based on a first-come first-served principle. Rather, progress in the studies will be the decisive criterion.

Recommended previous knowledge and skills

Solid background in theoretical concepts of "Grundlagen VW" (that is, economics 101), applied microeconomics and international macroeconomics.

Availability of lecturer(s)

After our meetings or or by appointment (contact me via gregor.zens@wu.ac.at).

Last edited: 2020-07-20



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