Economics 309 - Game Theory

Fall
2026
01
3.00
Itai Sher

TU TH 8:30AM 9:45AM

UMass Amherst
19852
Hasbrouck Laboratory room 134
isher@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.

Pre Req: ECON 103/RESEC102&one Open to all majors.

Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.