ECON 4420

Microeconomic Theory

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In-depth study of outcomes of decision-making by agents, individually, collectively or as an interdependent system. Selects topics from: linear and non-linear optimization and applications to theory of consumers and firms, general equilibrium, game theory, alternative solution concepts, comparative statics, stability, welfare, market failures, collective choice, intertemporal economics, uncertainty.

Sections

Lecture

From the syllabus

From the 2025 syllabus by Norovsambuu Tumennasan. Fall 2026 is taught by Yuksel M., so details may differ. Open the PDF

Grading

20%Assignments (6)Three graded and three non-graded
30%Midterm examFeb 12
50%Final examScheduled by Registrar

Textbooks

  • Advanced Microeconomic Theory, G. Jehle and P. Reny (optional)
  • Microeconomic Theory, H. R. Varian (optional)
  • Microeconomic Theory, A. Mas-Colell, M. Whinston, and J. Green (optional)

Course rules

Missed component
The weight of any missed component shifts to the final exam.
Missed final
Notify the instructor immediately to arrange a make-up exam if you miss the final for medical or other reasons.

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