Fall 2026 - ECON 802 G100
Microeconomics (4)
Class Number: 2032
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
BurnabySep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
BurnabySep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: TBA, TBA
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Alexander Karaivanov
akaraiva@sfu.ca
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Prerequisites:
ECON 331.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
An examination of the economic theory of market prices with reference to behavior of individual households, firms, and markets. Special emphasis will be placed on the implications of individual behavior for the allocation of resources. Offered once a year.
COURSE DETAILS:
Description
Graduate-level introduction to microeconomic theory. The covered material includes: consumer choice, uncertainty, production theory, introduction to general equilibrium, and game theory basics.
Grading
- Assignments 20%
- Midterm 35%
- Final 45%
Materials
REQUIRED READING:
Jehle, G. and P. Reny, Advanced Microeconomic Theory, 3rd edition, Pearson, 2011
RECOMMENDED READING:
- Mas-Colell A., M. Whinston and J. Green, Microeconomic Theory, Oxford, 1996
- Varian, H., Microeconomic Analysis, 3rd Edition, W.W. Norton, 1992
Registrar Notes:
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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION
Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.