ECON-33073 credit hours

Industrial Organization and Competition Policy

Economics · 3 hrs Lecture

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ECON-3307 prerequisites

4 courses appear in this chain, up to 2 levels deep. 1 is needed whichever route you take: ECON-2101

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ECON-2101Intermediate Economics: Micro

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ECON-1102Introduction to Economics: Micromin C
ECON-1104Introduction to Economic Theory
ECON-1106Introduction to Economic Developmentmin B

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Description

Industrial Organization is the field in economics that examines models of monopolies and oligopolies with particular emphasis on the strategic issues related to imperfectly competitive markets. In addition, a number of business practices are examined in relation to their contribution to overall welfare in the economy. This course also involves a presentation and analysis of how current industrial organization theory and policy is reflected in Canada's Competition Act.

Requisite courses

ECON-2101 [prerequisite(s)].

Restrictions

Students may not hold credit for this course and ECON-3309.

Lecture

From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.