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History of Economic Thought

Module code: ECN379

Credits: 15.0
Semester: SEM1

Contact: Dr Daniela Tavasci
Prerequisite: Before taking this module you must take ECN106

This module aims to provide a critical overview of the evolution of economic theory since Adam Smith. The module focuses on how different schools of thought/economists have addressed a number of themes including where value comes from, pricing and distribution theories, the relation between finance and the real economy, the role of the government. Each school of thought/economist is critically analysed by focusing on assumptions, methods and techniques, economic problems and policy prescriptions.

Connected course(s): UDF DATA
Assessment: 80.0% Coursework, 20.0% Practical
Level: 6

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