Overview
- Presents a modern micro- and institution-oriented approach to teaching economics
- Numerous examples and case studies help readers apply the theories discussed to real-world problems
- Pursues an integrative approach that links economics with management, law, and philosophy, helping readers gain a better understanding of the potentials and limitations of the various theories
- Companion workbook available which features a variety of exercises, ranging from basic multiple-choice questions to challenging mathematical problems and case study scenarios
Part of the book series: Springer Texts in Business and Economics (STBE)
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Table of contents (14 chapters)
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Front Matter
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Introduction
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A Primer in Markets and Institutions
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Foundations of Demand and Supply
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Firm Behavior and Industrial Organization
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Appendix
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About this book
This text provides a comprehensive and unique introduction to modern microeconomics. It pursues an integrative approach by putting the main findings of economics into a broader perspective; theories are critically reflected on from a philosophical standpoint and by comparing them to approaches found in the social sciences, while implications for the design of the legal system and business practices are highlighted throughout. In addition, the book presents brief examples and comprehensive case studies to facilitate an understanding of the theories’ real-world implications.
Starting from the question as to why and how societies organize economic activity, the book adopts an institutional perspective to analyze the potential and limitations of different market types with regard to alleviating scarcity and achieving distributive objectives.
It not only covers traditional rational-choice models, but also systematically introduces readers to important findings from behavioral economics and psychology.
A companion workbook is available which features a wide variety of exercises, ranging from basic multiple-choice questions to challenging mathematical problems and case study scenarios.
Authors and Affiliations
About the author
Martin Kolmar is Professor of Economics at the University of St. Gallen. He studied Economics in Bonn and Berkeley and holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Konstanz. His research interests range from Institutional and Behavioral to Normative Economics and Philosophy. He is especially interested in the evolutionary, psychological and neuroscientific foundations of behaviour and well-being.
Bibliographic Information
Book Title: Principles of Microeconomics
Book Subtitle: An Integrative Approach
Authors: Martin Kolmar
Series Title: Springer Texts in Business and Economics
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-57589-6
Publisher: Springer Cham
eBook Packages: Economics and Finance, Economics and Finance (R0)
Copyright Information: Springer International Publishing AG 2017
Softcover ISBN: 978-3-319-86202-6Published: 10 August 2018
eBook ISBN: 978-3-319-57589-6Published: 11 September 2017
Series ISSN: 2192-4333
Series E-ISSN: 2192-4341
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: XII, 336
Number of Illustrations: 80 b/w illustrations
Topics: Microeconomics, Behavioral/Experimental Economics, History of Economic Thought/Methodology, Game Theory, Institutional/Evolutionary Economics