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courses taught by me
IAS 106: Intermediate Microeconomic Theory
Next Offered: Fall 2007
Description from Schedule of Courses:
This course is designed as a comprehensive overview of intermediate microeconomic
theory. It covers a number of topics including consumer and demand theory, firm,
production and cost theory, competitive market theory, imperfect competition,
welfare economics, choice under uncertainty and information. All analysis conducted
in the course relies on graphical and algebraic techniques. Outside readings and
discussion sections will demonstrate the applicability of the models covered in class
to topics with an international dimension, such as the setting of tariffs, cartel behavior,
and international trade.
IAS 175: The Economics of Climate Change
Next Offered: TBA
Description from Schedule of Courses:
The course will start with a brief introduction and evaluation of the scientific aspects
behind climate change. Economic models will be developed to analyze the impacts of
climate change and provide and critique existing and proposed policy tools. Specific
topics studied are impacts on water resources and agriculture, economic evaluation
of impacts, optimal control of greenhouse gases, benefit cost analysis, international
treaty formation, discounting, uncertainty, irreversibility, and extreme events.
ARE 212: Multiple Equation Estimation
Next Offered: Spring 2008
Description from Schedule of Courses:
Introduction to the estimation and testing of economic models. Includes analysis of
the general linear model, asymptotic theory, instrumental variable, and the generalized
method
of moments. In addition, a survey of time series, analysis, limited dependent
variables.
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