Project in Economics

Objectives

Define a problem based on an economic topic and bibliographical research

Identify the main economic concepts needed to understand the problematic

Analyze and synthesize documents related to the topic

Link an economic issue with elements of economic theory

Respond to the problem using a scientific approach and a well-structured written brief

Course outline

The aim is to use the concepts acquired in economic modeling courses to study a contemporary economic issue. Several topics will be proposed and supervised by a moderator whom the students (in groups of 3) must meet three times before submitting their briefs. Students will be required to carry out a bibliographical search, a literature review, and conduct a scientific approach with a clear and rigorous presentation linked to economic theory. Quantitative analyses based on economic data may be carried out if the subject lends itself to it. Instructions and expectations for each project will be specified by the supervisors.

Prerequisites

Semester 1 economic modelling course