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Introduction to Behavioural Economics

Undergraduate | TAS-BEA106 | 2024

Study method
100% online
Assessments
100% online
Entry requirements
No ATAR needed,
No prior study
Duration
14 weeks
Start dates
26 Feb 2024

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Introduction to Behavioural Economics

About this subject

  • Upon completion of this subject, the student should be able to:

    1. Describe key concepts and methods in behavioural economics and explain their significance in economics.
    2. Apply behavioural economic concepts and theories to examine real-world problems in different contexts.
    3. Explain and assess the role of behavioural economics in public, social and business policy.
    4. Communicate key concepts and applications of behavioural economics clearly and cogently.

Entry requirements

No entry requirements

Additional requirements

  • Other requirements - Teaching Arrangement: 1 to 1.5 hours of video recording, weekly (running for 12 weeks). 1 x 2 hour workshop, weekly (running for 12 weeks)

Study load

0.125 EFTSL
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