Course Code and name	EKO 655 Mathematical Economics
Course Type	Compulsory
Course Credit	3
ECTS Credit
Lecturer	Assoc. Prof. Arzu Akkoyunlu Wigley
Pre-requisite(s)	None
Course Length	1 semester
Course Content	First order difference equation, first order differential equation, second order difference equation, second order differential equation, differential and difference equation system, dynamic optimisation.
Course Objective and Fulfillments to be obtained by Students	The aim of the course is to give students an in-depth understanding of the techniques used in the dynamic economic theory and ensure students can apply these techniques to a wide range of economic problems. By the end of the course the students should: fully comprehend the differential, difference equations and dynamic optimisation. be able to work with abstract logical arguments. be able to apply the mathematical techniques to a diverse range of economic problems such as economic growth, pricing behavior in different markets.
References	Chiang, C.A and Wainwright, K (2005), Fundamental Methods of Mathematical Economics, McGraw-Hill International Editions Chiang, C.A (1992),Elements of Dynamic Optimization, McGraw-Hill International Editions Klein, M.W (2002), Mathematical Methods for Economics, Second Edition, Pearson Education
Teaching Method	Lecturing and active participation
Assessment Method	2 midterm exams and 1 final exam
Instruction Language	English