The goal of the course is to give the student basic knowledge about economics as a way of understanding business renewal, innovation, and growth, as well as economic organization and collective decision-making.

The course also gives the student overview knowledge about the historical development of basic principles in economics. In addition, the course encourages reflection on the societal implications of economic activity, highlighting how economic thought has historically shaped - and been shaped by - debates on collective welfare, equity, and other societal issues.

The course is organised as a 3 credit course for PhD students in Business Administration and a 5.5. credit course for PhD students in Econmics. See the enclosed syllabi and the schedule for more information. PhD students are welcome to attend either course.

The course contents include:

1. The standard economic method.
2. Public goods and externalities.
3. Information, incentives and contractual solutions.
4. Collective agreements and cooperative games.
5. Collective decision making.

Schedule:

Lecture 1 - 2026-02-10, 13-15
Lecture 2 - 2026-02-17, 13-15
Lecture 3 - 2026-02-24, 13-15
Lecture 4 - 2026-03-03, 13-15
Lecture 5 - 2026-03-10, 13-15
Lecture 6 - 2026-03-17, 13-15, (5.5 ECTS only)
Lecture 7 - 2026-03-24, 13-15, (5.5 ECTS only)
Lecture 8 - 2026-03-31, 13-15, (5.5 ECTS only)


The course has a maximum of 14 places. The seats are accessible via the "first come, first served" principle. The last day to apply is January 8, 2026.

Application form docx, 58.8 kB.

Course schedule pdf, 39.4 kB, opens in new window.

Course syllabus for BA, 3 credits pdf, 114 kB, opens in new window.

Course syllabus for Economics, 5.5 credits pdf, 141.1 kB, opens in new window.


If you have any questions, please contact the course coordinator:

Associate Professor, docent Agostino Manduchi
agostino.manduchi@ju.se