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AI2112 Economics 4.5 credits

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Course syllabus as PDF

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Course syllabus AI2112 (Autumn 2008–)
Headings with content from the Course syllabus AI2112 (Autumn 2008–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )

Content and learning outcomes

Course contents

Microeconomics

The way markets work. The economic circular flow model. Consumption theory, production theory and market equilibrium in perfectly competitive and monopoly markets. Basic welfare theory.

Macroeconomics

The measurement of gross domestic product (GDP). The determination of equilibrium GDP. Unemployment and inflation. Monetary theory. Fiscal and monetary policy.

Intended learning outcomes

Basic knowledge in the functioning of the market economy. Basic insights into the role of economic policy.

Literature and preparations

Specific prerequisites

Students should meet general admissions criteria for KTH Master programmes as well as specific criteria for Land Management.

Recommended prerequisites

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Equipment

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Literature

Lipsey & Chrystal, Economics, 11th Edition, Oxford University Press

Examination and completion

If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

Grading scale

A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

Examination

  • TEN1 - Examination, 4.5 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.

The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.

Other requirements for final grade

Written examination (TEN1; 4,5credits)

Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination

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Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination

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Examiner

Profile picture Mats Wilhelmsson

Ethical approach

  • All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
  • In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
  • In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.

Further information

Course room in Canvas

Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.

Offered by

ABE/Real Estate Economics and Finance

Main field of study

This course does not belong to any Main field of study.

Education cycle

Second cycle

Add-on studies

Real Estate Investment Analysis and Real Estate Valuation