Syllabus

Title
1835 Advanced Macroeconomics
Instructors
Univ.Prof. Dr. Jesus Crespo Cuaresma
Contact details
Type
PI
Weekly hours
2
Language of instruction
Englisch
Registration
09/11/24 to 09/17/24
Registration via LPIS
Notes to the course
Dates
Day Date Time Room
Monday 10/07/24 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM D4.0.039
Monday 10/14/24 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM D4.0.039
Monday 10/21/24 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM D4.0.039
Monday 10/28/24 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM D4.0.039
Monday 11/04/24 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM D4.0.039
Monday 11/11/24 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM D4.0.039
Monday 11/18/24 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM D4.0.039
Monday 11/25/24 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM D4.0.039
Monday 12/02/24 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM D4.0.039
Monday 12/16/24 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM D4.0.039
Monday 01/13/25 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM D4.0.039
Monday 01/20/25 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM D4.0.039
Monday 01/27/25 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM D4.0.039
Contents

Introduction to central approaches to growth theory (neoclassical -Solow; endogenous growth theory - Romer)

Learning outcomes

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

Attendance requirements

Attendance is compulsory.

Teaching/learning method(s)

The course is composed of two parts.

The first part is a set of lectures on economic growth theory and empirics, with active discussion elements.

In the second part (approximately 3 units) students present modern scientific literature on economic growth topics (group work).

Assessment

Exam: 70%

Group presentation: 20%

Discussion of group presentation: 10%

No retake of the written exam is possible.

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.

Readings

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Recommended previous knowledge and skills

Solid background in theoretical concepts of "Grundlagen VW", applied microeconomics and international macroeconomics.

Availability of lecturer(s)
Last edited: 2024-05-16



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