Course in Behavioral Economics

Häftad, Engelska, 2020

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Beskrivning

This textbook looks at decisions – how we make them, and what makes them good or bad. In this bestselling introduction, Erik Angner clearly lays out the theory of behavioral economics and explains the intuitions behind it. The book offers a rich tapestry of examples, exercises, and problems drawn from fields such as economics, management, marketing, political science, and public policy. It shows how to apply the principles of behavioral economics to improve your life and work – and to make the world a better place to boot. No advanced mathematics is required.This is an ideal textbook for students coming to behavioral economics from various fields. It can be used on its own in introductory courses, or in combination with other texts at advanced undergraduate and postgraduate levels. It is equally suitable for general readers who have been captivated by popular-science books on behavioral economics and want to know more about this intriguing subject.New to this Edition:- An updated chapter on behavioral policy and the nudge agenda.- Several new sections, for example on the economics of happiness.- Updated examples and exercises, with an expanded answer key- Refreshed ancillary resources make for a plug and play experience for instructors teaching behavioral economics for the first time.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2020-11-27
Mått:196 x 236 x 15 mm
Vikt:545 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Serie:Bloomsbury Academic
Antal sidor:352
Upplaga:3
Förlag:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
ISBN:9781352010800

Utforska kategorier

Mikroekonomi inom Ekonomi och Ledarskap
Nationalekonomi inom Ekonomi och Ledarskap
Optimering inom Naturvetenskap och teknik

Mer om författaren

Erik Angner is Professor of Practical Philosophy at Stockholm University, where he directs the Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) Program. As a result of serious mission creep, he holds two PhDs – one in Economics and one in History and Philosophy of Science – both from the University of Pittsburgh. He is the author of one monograph and multiple journal articles and book chapters on behavioral and experimental economics, the economics of happiness, and the history, philosophy, and methodology of contemporary economics. He lives in Stockholm with his wife and their three children.

Recensioner i media

This is an exceptionally clear guide to the alternative ways economists can approach decision-making and choice. It presents a thorough introduction to both standard and behavioural theories of decision-making, equipping readers to understand the issues raised by ‘nudge' policies as opposed to their more conventional alternatives.

Innehållsförteckning

1 IntroductionPART I CHOICE UNDER CERTAINTY2 Rational Choice Under Certainty3 Decision-making Under CertaintyPART II JUDGMENT UNDER RISK AND UNCERTAINTY4 Probability Judgment5 Judgment Under Risk and UncertaintyPART III CHOICE UNDER RISK AND UNCERTAINTY6 Rational Choice Under Risk and Uncertainty7 Decision-Making under Risk and UncertaintyPART IV INTERTEMPORAL CHOICE8 The Discounted Utility Model9 Intertemporal ChoicePART V STRATEGIC INTERACTION10 Analytical Game Theory11 Behavioral Game TheoryPART VI CONCLUDING REMARKS12 Behavioral Policy13 General Discussion.