| Dozent/in |
Prof. Dr. Manuel Oechslin |
| Veranstaltungsart |
Vorlesung |
| Code |
HS261751 |
| Semester |
Herbstsemester 2026 |
| Durchführender Fachbereich |
Wirtschaftswissenschaften |
| Studienstufe |
Bachelor
Master |
| Termin/e |
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| Umfang |
2 Semesterwochenstunden |
| Turnus |
weekly
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| Inhalt |
Why are some countries richer than others? What are the engines of long-run economic growth? How does wealth inequality evolve over time? Or: what is the impact of government finances on short- and long-run economic activity? This course introduces basic growth theories that help address these and many other long-standing questions. Among the growth models studied are the Ramsey-Cass-Koopmans model, the overlapping-generations model, and models of endogenous growth. Besides working with these models, there is also a focus on useful methods such as dynamic optimization or phase diagrams. Finally, we will take a look at some current research topics and pressing policy questions. |
| Lernziele |
Students learn to apply suitable macroeconomic models to predict the long-run behavior of important aggregate variables such as output, consumption, investment, total factor productivity, and the wealth distribution. Moreover, students become proficient in judging policy measures in a normative way based on the relevant macroeconomic theories. |
| Voraussetzungen |
Open to MA and advanced BA students. |
| Sprache |
Englisch |
| Anmeldung |
Binding registration takes place via the UniPortal; see notes below in the «Proof of Performance» field.
For course information and materials, registration on the OLAT e-learning platform is required from 31 August – 25 September 2026. The students themselves are responsible for verifying the course’s creditability towards their degree program.
Direct link to the OLAT course: to follow
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| Leistungsnachweis |
***IMPORTANT*** To receive course credit and earn academic credits, registration via the Uni Portal within the regular exam registration period (29 October – 12 November 2026) is MANDATORY.
Late registrations and withdrawals will not be accepted. Once the registration period has ended, participation in the course is MANDATORY. If the course is not completed without a valid reason and without proper withdrawal (including supporting documentation; see the Exam Guidelines), the course will be considered failed (grade 1). |
| Abschlussform / Credits |
Written exam / 6 Credits (für Modul Wahlbereich Wirtschaftswissenschaftliche Fakultät)
Written exam / 6 Credits (für Modul Wahlpflichtbereich)
Written exam / 6 Credits (für Modul Zyklen, Wachstum und Entwicklung)
Written exam / 6 Credits (für Modul Spezialisierung Politische Ökonomie)
Written exam / 6 Credits (für Modul Wahlbereich Wirtschaftswissenschaftliche Fakultät)
Written exam / 6 Credits (für Modul Weitere Studienleistungen im Bereich Volkswirtschaftslehre)
Written exam / 6 Credits (für Modul Weitere Studienleistungen im Bereich Volkswirtschaftslehre)
Written exam / 3 Credits (für Modul Weitere Studienleistungen im Bereich Volkswirtschaftslehre)
Written exam / 6 Credits (für Modul Weitere Studienleistungen im Bereich Volkswirtschaftslehre)
Written exam / 6 Credits (für Modul Weitere Studienleistungen im Bereich Volkswirtschaftslehre)
Written exam / 6 Credits (für Modul Bachelor-Veranstaltungen an der Wirtschaftswissenschaftlichen Fakultät)
Written exam / 6 Credits (für Modul Master-Veranstaltungen an der Wirtschaftswissenschaftlichen Fakultät)
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| Hinweise |
Tutorial Growth Theory is an integral part of this lecture. |
| Hörer-/innen |
Ja |
| Kontakt |
manuel.oechslin@unilu.ch |
| Literatur |
The course is based on lecture notes and a problem set. These materials will be published on OLAT. The lecture notes follow, more or less closely, selected chapters of David Romer’s textbook "Advanced Macroeconomics" (McGraw-Hill).
The lecture notes refer to a number of research papers and books. These are not required reading materials, but they are recommended for students with a particular interest in economic growth. |