Economic Theory

Principles of Game Theroy (E457)

Lecture and Tutorial

Blocked in first three weeks of the semester (dates you can see in alma)

There will be two further discussion sessions:

Friday, November 21, 4:15 - 6:45 p.m., Mohlstr. 36, room E07 

Friday, November 28, 4:15 - 6:45 p.m., Mohlstr. 36, room E07

Credits3 ECTS

Contents

The module introduces and repeats basic concepts in game theory. It will specifically cover the terminology, different forms of representation as well as equilibrium concepts for static and dynamic games of complete and incomplete information. The module builds a bridge between important solution concepts for special games and their applications for the strategic interaction of competing firms. Game theorical concepts prove to be the basic tool for applied microeconomics or Industrial Organization.