E325B Agricultural Economics
| Lecturer: | Dr. Matthias Ritter |
| Course description: | Alma |
| Language: | English |
| Recommended for this semester or higher: | 4 |
| ECTS-Credits: | 6 |
| Course can be taken as part of following programs/modules: | See Alma |
| Prerequisites: | --- |
| Limited attendance: | --- |
| Course Type: | Lecture (2 weekly lecture hours), tutorial (1 weekly lecture hour) |
| Date: |
First lecture on April 14, 2025 First tutorial on April 28, 2025 |
| Registration: | Via Alma until April 21, 2025 (not mandatory) |
| Method of Assessment: | Written exam (60 minutes) |
| Content: | This module introduces key concepts and principles of agricultural economics, focusing on their application in the food, agricultural, and agribusiness sectors. Students will explore topics such as production economics, cost analysis, profit maximization, market dynamics, and environmental sustainability, with an emphasis on quantitative analysis. Case studies, practical examples, and analytical tools are incorporated to demonstrate the real-world applications of agricultural economics. |
| Objectives: | Students will understand the economic principles underlying agricultural and agribusiness sectors and learn to apply analytical tools to evaluate production, resource management, and market dynamics. They will assess the impact of market conditions and policies on agriculture while developing strategies for sustainable and effective decision-making. |
| Literature: | There is no required textbook for this module. Some parts draw on readings from the following books: - Principles of Agricultural Economics by Andrew Barkley and Paul W. Barkley - Introduction to Agricultural Economics by John Penson |
| Downloads: | ILIAS |