Topics in Microeconomic Theory

6 unitsSem 2In Person

Research School of Economics · ANU College of Business and Economics

About this course

This course continues the discussion of microeconomic theory at the graduate level, as started in ECON8011 Microeconomic Theory A. It will cover topics in microeconomic theory that extend beyond those covered in ECON8011. Topics might include applications of game theory, the economics of information, contract theory, and mechanism design. Students are expected to have the ability to follow rigorous abstract arguments, as used in the construction and analysis of mathematical models in economics.

Learning outcomes

1Understand theoretical models that economists typically use; models that form the basis of current research in advanced microeconomics;
2Explain and understand the associated empirical implications and policy issues where applicable;
3Evaluate the contribution of some recently created knowledge in microeconomics;
4Synthesize some of the recently created knowledge in microeconomics;
5Be ready to identify a research topic and undertake an independent research.

Assessment

Weights and hurdle requirements come straight from the imported ANU record.

A mixture of regular Problem Sets, in-class presentations, a midterm exam and a final exam. (null) [LO null]

Study expectations

Study information

12 hours per week

Texts and reading

see class summary

Related courses

ECON4421

Related ANU course

Co taught

Course essentials

Academic year: 2026
Course subject: ECON
Subject name: Economics
Academic career: PGRD
School: Research School of Economics
College: ANU College of Business and Economics
Convener: Prof Rohan Pitchford
Delivery: In Person
Unit value: 6 units
EFTSL: 0.125
Last source update: Not listed

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Fees

International fee paying students: International · 2026 · Course basis; $7,020
Student Contribution Band Code 34: Commonwealth supported · 2026; ANU contribution-band code 34
Estimated domestic fee: ≈ $4,920; Estimated from the median of 40 similar courses in the ANU College of Business and Economics. ANU's page didn't list a fee we could read, so this isn't the official fee.

Areas and attributes

Areas of interest

Economics