Microeconomics 1 - ECON1101
Faculty: Australian School of Business
School: School of Economics
Course Outline: ECON1101 Course Outline
Campus: Kensington Campus
Career: Undergraduate
Units of Credit: 6
EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 3
CSS Contribution Charge: 3 (more info)
Tuition Fee: See Tuition Fee Schedule
Further Information: See Class Timetable
Available for General Education: Yes (more info)
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Description
All students taking this course during Summer Term will be required to pay full tuition fees. This includes Commonwealth supported students who are studying at UNSW. Please see Australian School of Business courses - Summer Term fees for more information.
Microeconomics 1 is an introductory course in the theory of markets with relevant applications to business, social and individual issues. The course covers the principles and consequences of 'rational' choice by individual economic agents in markets. It also provides introductory analysis of the role of governments in seeking to ensure the efficient operation of markets.
On completion of the course, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of economic concepts and their appropriate usage.
- Demonstrate an ability to use economic principles in ‘rational’ decision-making.
- Understand the different market environments in which management, social, individual and business decisions must be made.
- Understand the justifications for Government microeconomic policy and the likely economic effects for individuals and businesses.