DRE 7033 Advanced Macroeconomics I
DRE 7033 Advanced Macroeconomics I
This half semester course aims to introduce students to the basic models and modeling tools in modern macroeconomics. We will start with core issues in the theory of consumption, followed by a rigorous introduction to the neoclassical growth model. In the process we will also cover dynamic optimization tools, which are extensively used in modern macroeconomics.
After taking this course, students will be able to understand the main theoretical frameworks and apply the main modeling tools used in modern macroeconomics. Specifically, they will gain fundamental knowledge about:
- Individual consumption-saving decisions;
- Economic growth;
- Dynamic programming applied to macroeconomic models.
Students should be able to:
- Understand the basics of several workhorse models in macroeconomics.
- Apply recursive methods to solve macroeconomic problems.
- Solve recursive problems used in macroeconomic models.
Students should be able to
- develop an understanding of the main mechanisms and interactions involved in the functioning of the macroeconomy.
- critically assess the underlying assumptions of the methods used.
- Introduction to the Consumption-Saving Model and Euler Equations
- The Neoclassical Growth Model
- Introduction to Dynamic Programming
- Introduction to Numerical Dynamic Programming
There will be 5 lectures (15 lecture hours). In addition, 3 lecture hours will be used for exercises and for providing feedback to students on problem sets. Students are required to participate in class, as well as solve and hand in solutions to exercises and problem sets.
A course of 3 ECTS credits corresponds to a workload of 80-90 hours.
Teaching activities include:
- formal lectures;
- practical exercises on the computer;
- out-of-the-classroom discussions and consultations.
Learning activities include:
- preparing with assigned readings and instructional content through other media (e.g. online videos) ahead of classroom sessions;
- active participation in classroom discussions;
- work on several problem sets, including computer exercises;
- preparing for and taking the final written assessment.
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Covid-19
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, there may be deviations in teaching and learning activities as well as exams, compared with what is described in this course description.
| Assessments |
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Exam category: Submission Form of assessment: Written submission Weight: 100 Grouping: Individual Duration: 3 Hour(s) Comment: . Exam code: DRE 70331 Grading scale: Pass/fail Resit: Examination when next scheduled course |
| Activity | Duration | Comment |
|---|---|---|
Teaching | 15 Hour(s) | |
Feedback activities and counselling | 3 Hour(s) | |
Student's own work with learning resources | 20 Hour(s) | |
Prepare for teaching | 10 Hour(s) | |
Group work / Assignments | 20 Hour(s) | |
Submission(s) | 5 Hour(s) | |
Examination | 3 Hour(s) |
A course of 1 ECTS credit corresponds to a workload of 26-30 hours. Therefore a course of 3 ECTS credit corresponds to a workload of at least 80 hours.