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Current Topics in Agricultural Economics and Policy
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:54:00
Abstract
In this course students will deepen and apply their knowledge in a particular field of agricultural economic research. Furthermore, the application of methodological skills on real world examples is enabled in this course. Examination is based on a term paper and a presentation.
Objective
This lecture enables students to further depend and apply theoretical knowledge in agricultural economics, methodological tool such as econometric or optimization models to current research topics. The course enables students to improve their writing and presentation skills.
Content
Students will select among offered topics that are connected to current research projects of the Agricultural Economics and Policy Group. A list of topics will be presented in the first week of the semester.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Key literature will be provided in the beginning of the lecture
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| independent project | Current Topics in Agricultural Economics and Policy |
|
2 h weekly |