EC 270 - Industrial Organization and Markets

Institution:

Bentley University

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Prerequisite(s): Junior-level standing, EC 111 and EC 112 Investigates the interdependence of market structure, strategic firm behavior and industry performance, and those relationships. Market structure is analyzed through the study of scale economies, merger activities, and entry barriers. Various competitive strategies are examined, such as advertising, price discrimination and technological innovation. Industry case studies are used to provide a contemporary, real-world context for the economic analysis.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bentley.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 523-2354

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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