SE-418 Economics of Incentives
- ECTS Credits:
- 7.5
- Responsible department:
- School of Business and Law
- Course Leader:
- Eirin Mølland
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- Teaching language:
- English
- Duration:
- 1 term
The course is connected to the following study programs
- Master's Programme in Shift Entrepreneurship and Business
- Master's Programme in Business Administration
- Master's Programme in Business Administration (5 years)
Teaching language
EnglishRecommended prerequisites
Bachelor level courses in Introduction to Economics and Microeconomics
Course contents
Based on economic theory and analysis, this course offers the students a theoretical framework for understanding and analysing different organisational topics. In particular, the students will learn how to apply microeconomic theory, game theory, behavioral economics and econometric analysis to explore traditional general management questions and to investigate incentive problems relevant to both public and private enterprises. Furthermore, real-world examples and field-studies of actual workplaces will be integrated in the course.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this course the student should be able to:
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Demonstrate knowledge of how different behavioural mechanisms affect motivation at the workplace.
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Use economic theory to analyse and discuss various incentive problems in organisations.
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Use economic theory to understand organization and management of companies
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evaluate how organisational change and management can increase employees' motivation.
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Critically assess empirical evidence.
Examination requirements
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Approved compulsory attendance with at least 70 % attendance.
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Approved mandatory assignments.
More information is available in Canvas.
Teaching methods
Lectures, student presentation seminars and group work. Attendance is compulsory. Estimated workload is about 200 hours.
Evaluation
End of course evaluation in accordance with the quality system for education, chapter 4.1.
Assessment methods and criteria
A 4-hour written individual examination. Grading by letters.
Reduction of Credits
This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:
| Course | Reduction of Credits |
|---|---|
| BE-404 – Incentives in Organisations | 2.5 |