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Defense Economics I
Militärökonomie I
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:35:39
Abstract
In terms of structure and content, the event follows the lecturer's book "Militärökonomie" (Military Economics), which is available in two language versions:- German language: ISBN 978-3-658-06146-3- French-speaking: ISBN 978-3-658-25287-8
Objective
* Recognizing parallels and contrasts between business and military thinking; * Recognize and analyze planned economic systems; * Understand the link between institutions, human action and economic results.
Content
The semester program of the course is divided into 14 modules of 90 minutes each, which combine lecture (teaching of analytical techniques) and exercise (application by means of concrete case studies). The contents correspond to sections 1 to 2.2.5 of the above book. The following will be discussed: 1. fundamental military economic problems including historical introduction to the topic 2. the institutional foundations of a military organisation 3. the modern military as a planned economy system 4. actors and stakeholders in the system
Resources
Lecture Notes
Lecture slides are given to the participants before the first lecture. In addition, the above mentioned book will be handed over to the participants. Participants of the lecture who are not professional officer candidates are requested to obtain the book from the library or bookstore.
Literature
Keupp, M. M. 2019 Militärökonomie. Wiesbaden: SpringerGabler. ISBN 978-3-658-06146-3 Keupp, M. M. 2019 Économie militaire. Wiesbaden: SpringerGabler. ISBN 978-3-658-25287-8
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- DS , BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Militärökonomie I |
|
2 h weekly |