Economics 309 - Game Theory
Spring
2019
01
3.00
Peter Skott
M W 12:20PM 1:10PM
UMass Amherst
13300
Lederle Grad Res Tower rm 123
pskott@econs.umass.edu
Theory and applications of game theory, a major tool of analysis in economics, biology, and political science. Applications include: bargaining, auctions, the "prisoner's dilemma," the "tragedy of the commons," tacit collusion, competition among firms, and strategic interactions in labor, credit, and product markets. Prerequisites: ECON 103 or RES-ECON 102 and MATH 127 or 131 or 135.
Pre Req: ECON 103/RESEC102&one Open only to ECON/ STPEC/ RESEC primary majors until after juniors enroll, then open to all on November 10.
Multiple required components--lab and/or discussion section. To register, submit requests for all components simultaneously.