SYLLABUS

1. Objectifs du cours

This course aims to introduce several economic dimensions to first grade students. The purpose is to tackle many topics related to economic history, markets, consumers, firms and the public sector, and to assess how economists address all issues related to them.

2. Description du cours

This course offers an introduction to the key concepts and themes in economics for first-year students. It explores foundational topics such as economic history, market mechanisms, consumer and firm behavior, and the role of the public sector. Through these themes, the course provides an overview of how economists approach and analyze real-world issues across different areas of the economy

3. Plan du cours

• Chapitre 1 – Introduction
• Chapitre 2 – How markets work
• Chapitre 3 – Markets and welfare
• Chapitre 4 – Economics of the public sector
• Chapitre 5 – Firm behavior and the organization of industry
• Chapitre 6 – Economics of labor market
• Chapitre 7 – Why markets fail

4. Compétences visées

• Understand basic economic principles and how they apply to individuals, firms, and governments;
• Describe the evolution of economic thought and major events in economic history;
• Analyze how markets operate and how economic agents make decisions;
• Identify the role of the public sector in the economy and assess its interventions;
• Apply economic reasoning to interpret and discuss real-world economic issues.

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5. Modalités pédagogiques

Mode d'enseignement : Présentiel

Langue(s) utilisée(s) : Anglais

Méthodes pédagogiques : Cours magistral, Travaux Dirigés

6. Modalités d'évaluation

Examen écrit sur table

7. Bibliographie

• Balaam, D. N., & Dillman, B. (2018). Introduction to international political economy. Routledge.