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| Unit | FACULTY OF ECONOMICS AND ADMINISTRATIVE SCIENCES |
| ECONOMETRICS PR. (ENGLISH) | |
| Code | ECMZ303 |
| Name | Mathematical Economics I |
| Term | 2017-2018 Academic Year |
| Semester | 5. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | İngilizce |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. KENAN LOPCU |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. KENAN LOPCU
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
Analysing and understanding relations among economic factors by using mathematical methods, setting up and evaluating economic models
Course Content
Profit maximization for diffrent markets, keynesian multiplier, Matrix applications to economic models, multivariable Optimization without Constraints, Constrained Optimization.
Course Precondition
Resources
Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Analysing and solving profit maximization in different markets |
| LO02 | Applying matrix theory to economic models |
| LO03 | Analysing and explaining multivariable optimization with and without constarints |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explain the basic concepts and theorems in the fields of Econometrics, Statistics and Operations research | 5 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Acquires basic Mathematics, Statistics and Operation Research concepts | 5 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Describes the necessary concepts of Business | |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Equipped with the foundations of Economics, and develops Economic models | 4 |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Models problems with Mathematics, Statistics, and Econometrics | 5 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Analyzes/interprets at the conceptual level to develop solutions to problems | 5 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Collects/analyses data from reliable data sources for the purpose of study | 3 |
| PLO08 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Interprets the results analyzed with the model | 4 |
| PLO09 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Combines the information obtained from different sources within the framework of academic rules in a field of research | |
| PLO10 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Adapts traditional approaches, practices and methods to a new study when necessary | |
| PLO11 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses a package program of Econometrics, Statistics, and Operation Research | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Leads by taking responsibility individually and/or within the team | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | In addition to herself/himself professional development, constantly improves in scientific, cultural, artistic and social fields in line with interests and abilities | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Being aware of the necessity of lifelong learning, it follows the current developments in the field / constantly renews itself | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Uses Turkish and at least one other foreign language, academically and in the business context | |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Interprets the feelings, thoughts and behaviors of the related persons correctly/expresses himself/herself correctly in written and verbal form | |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Interprets data on current economic and social issues | 5 |
| PLO18 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Applies social, scientific and professional ethical values | 4 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Profit maximization: competetive firm and monopoly | Reading the textbook | |
| 2 | Profit maximization: duopoly and olygoply | Reading the textbook | |
| 3 | A simple macroeconomic model and intro to matrix | Reading the textbook | |
| 4 | Matrix algebra and Cramer rule | Reading the textbook | |
| 5 | Matrix analysis with one and two markets | Reading the textbook | |
| 6 | Two firms with diffrentiated outputs, conjectural var. | Reading the textbook | |
| 7 | Matrix analysis of Keynesian and IS-LM model | Reading the textbook | |
| 8 | Midterm Exam | Studying the course content | |
| 9 | Multivariate calculus (partial derivatives, diffrentials) | Reading the textbook | |
| 10 | Keynesian balanced-badget multiplier, IS-LM balanced-budget multiplier, slopes of IS-LM | Reading the textbook | |
| 11 | Intro to unconstrained optimization | Reading the textbook | |
| 12 | Multivariate optimization, comparative statics, examples | Reading the textbook | |
| 13 | Cost minimization, utility maximization | Reading the textbook | |
| 14 | Expenditure minimization | Reading the textbook | |
| 15 | Review | Reading the textbook | |
| 16 | Final Exam | Studying the whole course content | |
| 17 | Final Exam | Studying the whole course content |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 114 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,56 | ||
| ECTS | 5 ECTS | ||