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Economics 114 (Microeconomics)
The basic economic problem, economic systems and the foundations of the market economy are among the first topics that will be dealt with. Introductory microeconomics, including market equilibrium, elasticity, demand and supply theory and different market forms will follow. The module concludes with a look at market failures and the labour market.
Prerequisite module: None
Credits: 12
Classes: 3 lectures, 1 tutorial
Module convenor: Debra Shepherd <[protected email address] >
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10 DecemberDominating the domestic headlines last week was the news that South Africa exited a technical recession in 2018Q3. While this was widely expected, the pace of GDP growth surprised on the upside. More on this in the domestic section. After the release of some survey data for the fourth quarter (see domestic section for details), a spate of actual activity...
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BER Weekly
10 DecemberDominating the domestic headlines last week was the news that South Africa exited a technical recession in 2018Q3. While this was widely expected, the pace of GDP growth surprised on the upside. More on this in the domestic section. After the release of some survey data for the fourth quarter (see domestic section for details), a spate of actual activity...
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