ECON6015 Optimisation Techniques for Economists
| Offered By | School of Economics |
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| Academic Career | Graduate Coursework |
| Course Subject | Economics |
| Offered in | First Semester, 2010 and First Semester, 2011 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description |
This course provides a thorough coverage of static optimisation techniques as used in economics. It will be application oriented, and focusses on development of the following techiniques and their applications in economics:
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| Learning Outcomes | Successful students should be able to solve simple static optimisation problems and to recognise the application of optimisation techniques to problems in economics. |
| Indicative Assessment | A combination of regular Problem Sets, a midterm exam and a final exam. |
| Workload |
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| Course Classification(s) | TransitionalTransitional courses are designed for students from a broad range of backgrounds and learning achievements, which provide for the acquisition of generic skills; or an informed understanding of contemporary issues; or fundamental knowledge for transition to Advanced or Specialist courses. |
| Areas of Interest | Economics, Mathematics, and Statistics |
| Prescribed Texts | See Course Website |
| Programs | Graduate Diploma in Applied Economics, Graduate Diploma in Economic Policy, Graduate Diploma in Economics, and Graduate Diploma in International Trade and Economic Relations |
| Other Information |
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| Academic Contact | School of Economics |
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