Module: Technology and Growth (5208-280)

Persons:

• Prof. Dr. Klaus Prettner (verantwortlich)

Degree Program:

• Business Administration and Economics (Bachelor, since 01.10.2017)
  5. Semester, elective
• Business Administration and Economics (Bachelor, since 01.10.2017)
  5. Semester, semi-elective
• Business Administration and Economics (Bachelor, since 01.10.2015)
  5. Semester, compulsory

Relation to other Modules:

AVWL 2: Economic Dynamics and Innovation (5209-270), Basics of Innovation Economics (5209-290)

Prerequisites for Attendance:

none

Sprache:

English

ECTS:

6 credits

Frequency:

every winter semester

Length of the Module:

1 semester

Compulsory assignment:

written exam

Length of the examination:

60 minutes

Workload:

180 hours: 26 hours class attendance 154 hours preparation and follow-up, preparation for the exam and exam

Professional competences:

The students acquire in-depth knowledge of simple models in economic endogenous growth theory and empirical applications thereof. They know and comprehend central economic explanations concerning the role innovations and technological advances play for economic growth. They are able to theoretically discuss the interrelations between technological progress, productivity, human capital and economic growth, and to evaluate theoretical arguments by reference to empirical data. The students are able to apply their knowledge in order to analyze questions and derive solutions to problems in the context of economic growth theory, including issues of economic policy.

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