Advanced Labour Economics
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| ECON3026 | Economics | 3 | 20 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- ECON3026
- School
- Economics
- Level
- 3
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
An economic analysis of the labour market, with an emphasis on policy implications and institutional arrangements.
Target Students
Available for final year Undergraduate students on Economics degree programmes (including final year Undergraduate students on the BA Jt Hons Politics and Economics and BSc Jt Hons Mathematics and Economics degrees). Not available for Exchange students.
Classes
This module is delivered through a combination of lectures and seminars.
Assessment
- 25% Coursework: Group Presentation and Group Essay
- 75% Exam (2-hour): Exam
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
To examines some current issues in labour economics paying particular attention to worker compensation schemes, and the effect different compensation packages have on firm productivity and profits.The module focuses on the U.K. labour market and includes both a theoretical and empirical content throughout.The module aims to enable the participants to develop:Professional communication: students must communicate effectively with their peers to write a presentation. The module will also help to develop presentation and essay writing skills.Co-ordinating with others to produce a group presentation and essay.Digital capabilities through the use of library e-resources to help access primary resources, such as journal articles. Become familiar with presentation and file sharing software.Reflection of understanding of material through formative feedback.Learning Outcomes
On completing this module, the learning outcomes are:
Knowledge and Understanding:
A2 Apply core economic theory and economic reasoning to applied topics.
A6 Extensive knowledge and skills in specific specialisms in economics.
Intellectual Skills:
B3 Be able to evaluate, analyse and present quantitative data.
Professional / Practical Skills:
C1 Discuss and analyse government policy.
Transferable Skills:
D2 Communicate effectively and clearly in written and oral formats.
D4 Show that they can work effectively in a team.