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Food Economics
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:23:38
Abstract
The objective is to provide theoretical backgroung for analysing present food markets and supply chains dynamics.
Objective
The objective is to provide theoretical backgroung for analysing present food markets and supply chains dynamics.
Content
The course is dedicated to reading theoretical articles (extracts) in Micro-economics, mainly New Institutional Economics, or economic Sociology, for discussing their relevance when analysing food markets and supply chains case-studies.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Working documents and course synopsis. Students are invited to choose and present an article (extract).
Literature
Classic theoretical articles in Micro-economics and Sociology; food case-studies reports.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- end-of-semester examination
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise | Food Economics |
|
2 h weekly |