Course Information

MPE_HOP2 Economic Policy 2

Faculty of Economics and Administration
Autumn 2024

Extent and Intensity

2/0/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
In-person direct teaching

Teacher(s)

prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D. (lecturer)

Guaranteed by

prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D.
Department of Economics – Faculty of Economics and Administration
Contact Person: Mgr. Jarmila Šveňhová
Supplier department: Department of Economics – Faculty of Economics and Administration

Timetable

Wed 14:00–15:50 P304, except Wed 18. 9., except Wed 6. 11.

Prerequisites

The knowledge of basics of economic policy and macroeconomics is expected.

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.

fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with

there are 10 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display

Course objectives

The aim of the course Economic Policy 2 is to provide students with a deeper understanding of current and often controversial topics in economic policy, with a focus on taxation, population aging, growth policy, and environmental issues. The course develops students' ability to analyze and discuss key problems of the Czech economy and their potential solutions, emphasizing critical thinking and argumentation. It builds on the foundational knowledge acquired in previous courses and prepares students for advanced studies in economic topics, as well as the practical application of knowledge in the real world.

Learning outcomes

Upon completing the Economic Policy 2 course, students will be able to identify and analyze key issues related to taxation, economic growth, population aging, and environmental policy. They will engage in discussions on controversial economic policy topics, argue for various solutions, and apply theoretical knowledge to real-world problems in the Czech economy. Additionally, students will be capable of designing economic policy strategies to address current challenges and synthesizing insights from different areas of economic policy to understand their interconnections and impacts on the economy.

Syllabus

How can Sweden have such high taxes? Should the tax system be efficient or fair? Are taxes too high in the Czech Republic? Is population aging a threat or a challenge for society? What is the impact of population aging on economic growth? Will pension systems collapse due to population aging? Stay-at-home mom or daycare? Unintended consequences of family policies Why is Switzerland wealthy and India poor? Why is the Czech Republic not more economically successful? Are oil reserves a blessing or a curse for a country? Do developed countries export pollution to developing countries? Are high-speed railways a good idea?

Literature

recommended literature

BÉNASSY-QUÉRÉ, Agnès, Benoît COEURÉ, Pierre JACQUET and Jean PISANI-FERRY. Economic policy : theory and practice. Second edition. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2019, xvii, 680. ISBN 9780190912109. info

not specified

OECD. Economic Surveys: Czech Republic. OECD Publishing, 2023. URL info

Teaching methods

lectures, case studies, reading papers, dicussion

Assessment methods

The examination for the Economic Policy 2 course is conducted in two phases: Written test: It consists of 10 multiple-choice questions (each worth 2 points, for a total of 20 points) and 8 open-ended questions (each worth 5 points, for a total of 40 points). The total duration of the test is 45 minutes. Oral exam in pairs: It focuses on an in-depth discussion of current economic policy topics. The oral exam is graded out of 40 points and lasts 20 minutes. Active participation in discussions during lectures can earn students up to 5 bonus points towards the exam.

Language of instruction

Czech

Further Comments

Study Materials
The course is taught annually.

The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2009, Autumn 2010, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2016, Autumn 2017, Autumn 2018, Autumn 2019, Autumn 2020, Autumn 2021, Autumn 2022, Autumn 2023.

MPE_HOP2 Economic Policy 2

Faculty of Economics and Administration
Autumn 2023

Extent and Intensity

2/0/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).

Teacher(s)

prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D. (lecturer)

Guaranteed by

Timetable

Wed 14:00–15:50 P304, except Wed 20. 9., except Wed 8. 11.

Prerequisites

The knowledge of basics of economic policy and macroeconomics is expected.

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.

fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with

there are 10 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display

Course objectives

We assume that studets have a good theoratical background from courses of Macroeconomics 1 and Macroeconomics 2. In this respect, we will follow the theory and apply it to the specific economic policy issues. The course focus on six topics of contemporary economic policy (see Course contents bellow). We show some of the shortcomings of the economic theory, which appered during the and we offer new perspectives of solutions. The important part of this task will be based on reading of empirical studies.

Learning outcomes

Student will be able to apply economic theory to up-to-date issues of economic policy. He will read some texts (book chapters and studies) of most cited economists according to IDEAS/RePEc of 2017 and he will discuss about them on seminars. Due to these activities, student will be able to write essay about some of the course topic and take into account current events both in the Czech republic and in the world.

Syllabus

Taxes in developed and developing countries. Theory and practice of tax polices. Taxes in the Czech Republic.
Population ageing. Demographic determinants. Impact of ageing on economic growth. Mental retirement. Pension systems and theor adaptation on population ageing.
Family policy in developed countries. Economic perspectives on privatization. Restructuring of railways.
Economic growth in the long run. Growth policies. Growth barriers. Economic development. State capture.

Literature

recommended literature

BÉNASSY-QUÉRÉ, Agnès. Economic policy : theory and practice. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2010, xii, 709. ISBN 9780195322736. info
ROJÍČEK, Marek, Vojtěch SPĚVÁČEK, Jan VEJMĚLEK, Eva ZAMRAZILOVÁ and Václav ŽĎÁREK. Makroekonomická analýza : teorie a praxe. První vydání. Praha: Grada, 2016, 543 stran. ISBN 9788024758589. URL info

not specified

Další literatura se odvíjí od aktuálně řešeného tématu a je upřesněna v interaktivní osnově předmětu.

Teaching methods

lectures, case studies, reading papers, dicussion

Assessment methods

The exam will have two parts: a) written: open and closed questions, 60% of the possible points must be achieved) b) oral: debate on economic and political issues; it will be held on the same day as the written exam; The oral exam cannot be taken without first passing the written exam. In the event of failure in the oral examination, it is not necessary to repeat the written examination. The oral examination will always be held for two students at a time. The total duration will be approximately 20 minutes. Each of you will first be given a randomly drawn question to discuss for 5 minutes each time. The remaining 10 minutes will be devoted to you and your colleague discussing a randomly selected topic from the article-based lessons. For Erasmus students, then read the relevant literature and drop by for a consultation before the exam.

Language of instruction

Czech

Further Comments

Study Materials
The course is taught annually.

MPE_HOP2 Economic Policy 2

Faculty of Economics and Administration
Autumn 2022

Extent and Intensity

2/0/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).

Teacher(s)

Ing. Magdalena Šuterová (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D. (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Antonín Slaný, CSc. (lecturer)

Guaranteed by

Timetable

Wed 14:00–15:50 P304, except Wed 14. 9., except Wed 2. 11.

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.

fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with

there are 10 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display

Course objectives

We assume that studets have a good theoratical background from courses of Macroeconomics 1 and Macroeconomics 2. In this respect, we will follow the theory and apply it to the specific economic policy issues. The course focus on six topics of contemporary economic policy (see Course contents bellow). Moreover, we put emphasis on the change of the economic paradigm after the Great Depression 2009. We show some of the shortcomings of the economic theory, which appered during the economic crisis, and we offer new perspectives of solutions. The important part of this task will be based on reading of empirical studies.

Learning outcomes

Syllabus

1. Introduction, economic policy makers
2. National accounts systems, economic growth
3. Labour market and pension systems
4. Fiscal policy
5. Inflation, monetary and macroprudential policy
6. External economic relations

Literature

recommended literature

ROJÍČEK, Marek, Vojtěch SPĚVÁČEK, Jan VEJMĚLEK, Eva ZAMRAZILOVÁ and Václav ŽĎÁREK. Makroekonomická analýza : teorie a praxe. První vydání. Praha: Grada, 2016, 543 stran. ISBN 9788024758589. URL info
DRAZEN, Allan. Political economy in macroeconomics. Princeton, N.J.: Princeton University Press, 2002, xiv, 775. ISBN 0691092575. info
BÉNASSY-QUÉRÉ, Agnès. Economic policy : theory and practice. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2010, xii, 709. ISBN 9780195322736. info

not specified

Další literatura se odvíjí od aktuálně řešeného tématu a je upřesněna v interaktivní osnově předmětu.

Teaching methods

lectures, case studies, reading papers, dicussion

Assessment methods

Students are required to pass the final exam that consists of a test and an oral exam. In order to prepare for the exam, it is recommended to read the texts as well as attend the lectures.

Language of instruction

Czech

Further Comments

Study Materials
The course is taught annually.

MPE_HOP2 Economic Policy 2

Faculty of Economics and Administration
Autumn 2021

Extent and Intensity

2/0/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).

Teacher(s)

Ing. Magdalena Šuterová (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D. (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Antonín Slaný, CSc. (lecturer)

Guaranteed by

Timetable

Tue 18:00–19:50 P104, except Tue 14. 9., except Tue 2. 11.

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.

fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with

there are 11 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display

Course objectives

We assume that studets have a good theoratical background from courses of Macroeconomics 1 and Macroeconomics 2. In this respect, we will follow the theory and apply it to the specific economic policy issues. The course focus on six topics of contemporary economic policy (see Course contents bellow). Moreover, we put emphasis on the change of the economic paradigm after the Great Depression 2009. We show some of the shortcomings of the economic theory, which appered during the economic crisis, and we offer new perspectives of solutions. The important part of this task will be based on reading of empirical studies.

Learning outcomes

Syllabus

1. Introduction, economic policy makers
2. National accounts systems, economic growth
3. Labour market and pension systems
4. Fiscal policy
5. Inflation, monetary and macroprudential policy
6. External economic relations

Literature

recommended literature

ROJÍČEK, Marek, Vojtěch SPĚVÁČEK, Jan VEJMĚLEK, Eva ZAMRAZILOVÁ and Václav ŽĎÁREK. Makroekonomická analýza : teorie a praxe. První vydání. Praha: Grada, 2016, 543 stran. ISBN 9788024758589. URL info
DRAZEN, Allan. Political economy in macroeconomics. Princeton, N.J.: Princeton University Press, 2002, xiv, 775. ISBN 0691092575. info
BÉNASSY-QUÉRÉ, Agnès. Economic policy : theory and practice. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2010, xii, 709. ISBN 9780195322736. info

not specified

Další literatura se odvíjí od aktuálně řešeného tématu a je upřesněna v interaktivní osnově předmětu.

Teaching methods

lectures, case studies, reading papers, dicussion

Assessment methods

Students are required to pass the final exam that consists of a test and an oral exam. In order to prepare for the exam, it is recommended to read the texts as well as attend the lectures.

Language of instruction

Czech

Further Comments

Study Materials
The course is taught annually.

MPE_HOP2 Economic Policy 2

Faculty of Economics and Administration
Autumn 2020

Extent and Intensity

1/1/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).

Teacher(s)

Ing. Magdalena Šuterová (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D. (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Antonín Slaný, CSc. (lecturer)

Guaranteed by

Timetable

Tue 18:00–19:50 P104

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.

fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with

there are 11 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display

Course objectives

We assume that studets have a good theoratical background from courses of Macroeconomics 1 and Macroeconomics 2. In this respect, we will follow the theory and apply it to the specific economic policy issues. The course focus on six topics of contemporary economic policy (see Course contents bellow). Moreover, we put emphasis on the change of the economic paradigm after the Great Depression 2009. We show some of the shortcomings of the economic theory, which appered during the economic crisis, and we offer new perspectives of solutions. The important part of this task will be based on reading of empirical studies.

Learning outcomes

Syllabus

1. Economic growth and its determinants 2. Income inequality and redistribution 3. Labour market and occupational change in Europe 4. Unconventional fiscal policy after the Great Recession 5. Unconventional monetary policy after the Great Recession 6. Macroprudentical policy (guest from ČNB)

Literature

required literature

BÉNASSY-QUÉRÉ, Agnès. Economic policy : theory and practice. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2010, xii, 709. ISBN 9780195322736. info

recommended literature

DRAZEN, Allan. Political economy in macroeconomics. Princeton, N.J.: Princeton University Press, 2002, xiv, 775. ISBN 0691092575. info
ROJÍČEK, Marek, Vojtěch SPĚVÁČEK, Jan VEJMĚLEK, Eva ZAMRAZILOVÁ and Václav ŽĎÁREK. Makroekonomická analýza : teorie a praxe. První vydání. Praha: Grada, 2016, 543 stran. ISBN 9788024758589. URL info

not specified

Další doporučená literatura se odvíjí od aktuálně řešeného tématu a je upřesněna v interaktivní osnově předmětu.

Teaching methods

lectures, case studies in seminars , reading papers, dicussion

Assessment methods

Students have to fullfill these requirements: 1. Students have to be prepared for every seminar: - they have to know theoretical background of the topic (see required reading); - they have to read required papers which they find in the study materials in the IS MU; - they have to fill self-correcing exercises in the IS MU every second week in the semester; - they have to actively cooperate with teacher during seminar. 2. Students pass the exam in form of essay at the end of semester.

Language of instruction

Czech

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

Study Materials
The course is taught annually.
General note: Přednášky jsou dostupné online a ze záznamu.
Information on course enrolment limitations: max. 20 cizích studentů; cvičení pouze pro studenty ESF

MPE_HOP2 Economic Policy 2

Faculty of Economics and Administration
Autumn 2019

Extent and Intensity

1/1/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).

Teacher(s)

Ing. Hana Lipovská, Ph.D. (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D. (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Antonín Slaný, CSc. (lecturer)
Ing. Magdalena Šuterová (assistant)

Guaranteed by

Timetable

Mon 8:00–9:50 P102

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.

fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with

there are 11 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display

Course objectives

We assume that studets have a good theoratical background from courses of Macroeconomics 1 and Macroeconomics 2. In this respect, we will follow the theory and apply it to the specific economic policy issues. The course focus on six topics of contemporary economic policy (see Course contents bellow). Moreover, we put emphasis on the change of the economic paradigm after the Great Depression 2009. We show some of the shortcomings of the economic theory, which appered during the economic crisis, and we offer new perspectives of solutions. The important part of this task will be based on reading of empirical studies.

Learning outcomes

Syllabus

1. Economic growth and its determinants 2. Income inequality and redistribution 3. Labour market and occupational change in Europe 4. Unconventional fiscal policy after the Great Recession 5. Unconventional monetary policy after the Great Recession 6. Macroprudentical policy (guest from ČNB)

Literature

required literature

BÉNASSY-QUÉRÉ, Agnès. Economic policy : theory and practice. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2010, xii, 709. ISBN 9780195322736. info

recommended literature

DRAZEN, Allan. Political economy in macroeconomics. Princeton, N.J.: Princeton University Press, 2002, xiv, 775. ISBN 0691092575. info
ROJÍČEK, Marek, Vojtěch SPĚVÁČEK, Jan VEJMĚLEK, Eva ZAMRAZILOVÁ and Václav ŽĎÁREK. Makroekonomická analýza : teorie a praxe. První vydání. Praha: Grada, 2016, 543 stran. ISBN 9788024758589. URL info

not specified

Další doporučená literatura se odvíjí od aktuálně řešeného tématu a je upřesněna v interaktivní osnově předmětu.

Teaching methods

lectures, case studies in seminars , reading papers, dicussion

Assessment methods

Language of instruction

Czech

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2009, Autumn 2010, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2016, Autumn 2017, Autumn 2018, Autumn 2020, Autumn 2021, Autumn 2022, Autumn 2023, Autumn 2024.

MPE_HOP2 Economic Policy 2

Faculty of Economics and Administration
Autumn 2018

Extent and Intensity

2/0/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).

Teacher(s)

Ing. Hana Lipovská, Ph.D. (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D. (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Antonín Slaný, CSc. (lecturer)

Guaranteed by

Timetable

Mon 8:00–9:50 P102

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.

fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with

there are 6 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display

Course objectives

We assume that studets have a good theoratical background from courses of Macroeconomics 1 and Macroeconomics 2. In this respect, we will follow the theory and apply it to the specific economic policy issues. The course focus on six topics of contemporary economic policy (see Course contents bellow). Moreover, we put emphasis on the change of the economic paradigm after the Great Depression 2009. We show some of the shortcomings of the economic theory, which appered during the economic crisis, and we offer new perspectives of solutions. The important part of this task will be based on reading of empirical studies.

Syllabus (in Czech)

1. Úvod do hospodářské politiky a politické ekonomie (Vztah mezi ekonomickou teorií, hospodářskou politikou a ekonomikou) 2. Role aktérů hospodářské politiky (Politické strany, role lídrů, lobby, volby a jejich vliv na ekonomiku) 3. Systém národního účetnictví (Význam národních účtů, makroekonomické identity, sektorové účty) 4. Ekonomický růst (Příčiny Velké recese, zdroje růstu po krizi) 5. Trh práce (Zaměstnanost a nezaměstnanost, technologická nezaměstnanost, mzdy) 6. Veřejné finance po Velké recesi (Řízení veřejného dluhu, struktura a udržitelnost dluhu) 7. Ceny, měnový vývoj (Nové přístupy k odhadování míry inflace, inflační cílování) 8. Nekonvenční monetární politika během Velké recese (Kvantitativní a kvalitativní uvolňování, kurzové intervence) 9. Makroobezřetnostní politika (Finanční stabilita, nástroje makroprudenční politiky) 10. Vnější ekonomické vztahy (Zahraniční obchod, obchodní války, targetový dluh) 11. Teorie penzijních systémů (Demografický vývoj, sociální modely) 12. České ekonomické myšlení (Rašínova měnová reforma, Engliš, Macek a Velká hospodářská krize) 13. Vzájemná provázanost monetární a fiskální politiky

Literature

required literature

ROJÍČEK, Marek, Vojtěch SPĚVÁČEK, Jan VEJMĚLEK, Eva ZAMRAZILOVÁ and Václav ŽĎÁREK. Makroekonomická analýza : teorie a praxe. První vydání. Praha: Grada, 2016, 543 stran. ISBN 9788024758589. URL info
BÉNASSY-QUÉRÉ, Agnès. Economic policy : theory and practice. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2010, xii, 709. ISBN 9780195322736. info
VOSTATEK, Jaroslav. Penzijní teorie a politika. 1. vydání. Praha: C.H. Beck, 2016, xix, 267. ISBN 9788074005718. info

recommended literature

DRAZEN, Allan. Political economy in macroeconomics. Princeton, N.J.: Princeton University Press, 2002, xiv, 775. ISBN 0691092575. info

Teaching methods

lectures, case studies in seminars , reading papers, discussion

Assessment methods (in Czech)

Zkouška má dvě části. Úspěšné složení (min. 60 %) první části (písemný test, 20 otázek s právě jednou správnou odpovědí, 45 minut) je nutnou podmínkou pro připuštění k ústní části (15 minut), která otázkami bude kopírovat státnicové otázky z předmětu Hospodářská politika 2. Ústní a písemná část zkoušky se konají ve stejný den.

Language of instruction

Czech

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2009, Autumn 2010, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2016, Autumn 2017, Autumn 2019, Autumn 2020, Autumn 2021, Autumn 2022, Autumn 2023, Autumn 2024.

MPE_HOP2 Economic Policy 2

Faculty of Economics and Administration
Autumn 2017

Extent and Intensity

1/1/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).

Teacher(s)

Ing. Jitka Doležalová, Ph.D. (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D. (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Antonín Slaný, CSc. (lecturer)
Ing. Hana Lipovská, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

Timetable

each odd Monday 9:20–11:00 P102

Timetable of Seminar Groups:

MPE_HOP2/01: each even Monday 9:20–11:00 P102, J. Doležalová
MPE_HOP2/02: each odd Thursday 9:20–11:00 VT314, H. Lipovská

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.

fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with

there are 6 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display

Course objectives

We assume that studets have a good theoratical background from courses of Macroeconomics 1 and Macroeconomics 2. In this respect, we will follow the theory and apply it to the specific economic policy issues. The course focus on six topics of contemporary economic policy (see Course contents bellow). Moreover, we put emphasis on the change of the economic paradigm after the Great Depression 2009. We show some of the shortcomings of the economic theory, which appered during the economic crisis, and we offer new perspectives of solutions. The important part of this task will be based on reading of empirical studies.

Syllabus

1. Economic growth and its determinants 2. Income inequality and redistribution 3. Labour market and occupational change in Europe 4. Unconventional fiscal policy after the Great Recession 5. Unconventional monetary policy after the Great Recession 6. Macroprudentical policy (guest from ČNB)

Literature

required literature

BÉNASSY-QUÉRÉ, Agnès. Economic policy : theory and practice. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2010, xii, 709. ISBN 9780195322736. info

recommended literature

DRAZEN, Allan. Political economy in macroeconomics. Princeton, N.J.: Princeton University Press, 2002, xiv, 775. ISBN 0691092575. info
ROJÍČEK, Marek, Vojtěch SPĚVÁČEK, Jan VEJMĚLEK, Eva ZAMRAZILOVÁ and Václav ŽĎÁREK. Makroekonomická analýza : teorie a praxe. První vydání. Praha: Grada, 2016, 543 stran. ISBN 9788024758589. URL info

not specified

Další doporučená literatura se odvíjí od aktuálně řešeného tématu a je upřesněna v interaktivní osnově předmětu.

Teaching methods

lectures, case studies in seminars , reading papers, dicussion

Assessment methods

Language of instruction

Czech

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2009, Autumn 2010, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2016, Autumn 2018, Autumn 2019, Autumn 2020, Autumn 2021, Autumn 2022, Autumn 2023, Autumn 2024.

MPE_HOP2 Economic Policy 2

Faculty of Economics and Administration
Autumn 2016

Extent and Intensity

2/0/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).

Teacher(s)

Ing. Jitka Doležalová, Ph.D. (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D. (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Antonín Slaný, CSc. (lecturer)

Guaranteed by

Timetable

Tue 11:05–12:45 P102

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.

fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with

there are 6 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display

Course objectives

Syllabus

1. Political economy 2. Decisionmaking 3. Political parties and interest groups 4. Time inconsistency I. 5. Time inconsistency II. 6. Laws, institutions and delegated authority 7. Credibility and reputation 8. Elections and changes of policymakers 9. Political business cycle 10. Redistribution I 11. Redistribution II 12. Research of the real economic issue

Literature

required literature

DRAZEN, Allan. Political economy in macroeconomics. Princeton, N.J.: Princeton University Press, 2002, xiv, 775. ISBN 0691092575. info

recommended literature

MUELLER, Dennis C. Public choice. III. 1st ed. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2003, xix, 768 s. ISBN 0-521-89475-1. info
BÉNASSY-QUÉRÉ, Agnès. Economic policy : theory and practice. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2010, xii, 709. ISBN 9780195322736. info
PERSSON, Torsten and Guido TABELLINI. Political economics : explaining economic policy. Cambridge, Mass.: MIT Press, 2000, xix, 533. ISBN 9780262161954. info

Teaching methods

lectures

Assessment methods

Final written test cosists of 40 questions. Each question has four possible answers (a/b/c/d). Only one is correct. Student needs 20 correct answers to pass the exam.

Language of instruction

Czech

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

Information about innovation of course.

This course has been innovated under the project "Inovace studia ekonomických disciplín v souladu s požadavky znalostní ekonomiky (CZ.1.07/2.2.00/28.0227)" which is cofinanced by the European Social Fond and the national budget of the Czech Republic.

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The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2009, Autumn 2010, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2017, Autumn 2018, Autumn 2019, Autumn 2020, Autumn 2021, Autumn 2022, Autumn 2023, Autumn 2024.

MPE_HOP2 Economic Policy 2

Faculty of Economics and Administration
Autumn 2015

Extent and Intensity

2/0/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).

Teacher(s)

Ing. Jitka Doležalová, Ph.D. (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D. (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Antonín Slaný, CSc. (lecturer)

Guaranteed by

prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D.
Department of Economics – Faculty of Economics and Administration
Contact Person: Lydie Pravdová
Supplier department: Department of Economics – Faculty of Economics and Administration

Timetable

Tue 11:05–12:45 P102

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.

fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with

there are 6 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display

Course objectives

Syllabus

1. Political economy 2. Decisionmaking 3. Political parties and interest groups 4. Time inconsistency I. 5. Time inconsistency II. 6. Laws, institutions and delegated authority 7. Credibility and reputation 8. Elections and changes of policymakers 9. Political business cycle 10. Redistribution I 11. Redistribution II 12. Research of the real economic issue

Literature

required literature

DRAZEN, Allan. Political economy in macroeconomics. Princeton, N.J.: Princeton University Press, 2002, xiv, 775. ISBN 0691092575. info

recommended literature

MUELLER, Dennis C. Public choice. III. 1st ed. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2003, xix, 768 s. ISBN 0-521-89475-1. info
BÉNASSY-QUÉRÉ, Agnès. Economic policy : theory and practice. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2010, xii, 709. ISBN 9780195322736. info
PERSSON, Torsten and Guido TABELLINI. Political economics : explaining economic policy. Cambridge, Mass.: MIT Press, 2000, xix, 533. ISBN 9780262161954. info

Teaching methods

lectures

Assessment methods

Final written test cosists of 40 questions. Each question has four possible answers (a/b/c/d). Only one is correct. Student needs 20 correct answers to pass the exam.

Language of instruction

Czech

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

Information about innovation of course.

The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2009, Autumn 2010, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2016, Autumn 2017, Autumn 2018, Autumn 2019, Autumn 2020, Autumn 2021, Autumn 2022, Autumn 2023, Autumn 2024.

MPE_HOP2 Economic Policy 2

Faculty of Economics and Administration
Autumn 2014

Extent and Intensity

2/0/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).

Teacher(s)

prof. Ing. Antonín Slaný, CSc. (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Ing. Jitka Doležalová, Ph.D. (assistant)

Guaranteed by

Timetable

Tue 10:15–11:50 P102

Prerequisites (in Czech)

! PEHPII Economic Policy II

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.

fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with

there are 6 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display

Course objectives

Syllabus

1. Political economy 2. Economic models for political analysis 3. Decisionmaking 4. Time inconsistency 5. Laws, institutions and delegated authority 6. Credibility and reputation 7. Elections and changes of policymakers I 8. Elections and changes of policymakers II 9. Redistribution I 10. Redistribution II 11. Pensions reforms I 12. Railway subsidies

Literature

DRAZEN, Allan. Political economy in macroeconomics. Princeton, N.J.: Princeton University Press, 2002, xiv, 775. ISBN 0691092575. info
GREGOR, Martin. Nová politická ekonomie. 1. vyd. Praha: Karolinum, 2005, 315 s. ISBN 8024610663. info

Teaching methods

lectures

Assessment methods

Final written test

Language of instruction

Czech

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

Study Materials
The course is taught annually.
General note: Nezapisují si studenti, kteří absolvovali předmět PEHPII.
Information on course enrolment limitations: max. 20 cizích studentů; cvičení pouze pro studenty ESF

Information about innovation of course.

The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2009, Autumn 2010, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2016, Autumn 2017, Autumn 2018, Autumn 2019, Autumn 2020, Autumn 2021, Autumn 2022, Autumn 2023, Autumn 2024.

MPE_HOP2 Economic Policy 2

Faculty of Economics and Administration
Autumn 2013

Extent and Intensity

2/0/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).

Teacher(s)

prof. Ing. Antonín Slaný, CSc. (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Antonín Slaný, CSc. (seminar tutor)
prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

Timetable

Mon 16:20–17:55 P303

Prerequisites (in Czech)

! PEHPII Economic Policy II

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.

fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with

there are 6 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display

Course objectives

Syllabus

1. Political economy 2. Economic models for political analysis 3. Decisionmaking 4. Time inconsistency 5. Laws, institutions and delegated authority 6. Credibility and reputation 7. Elections and changes of policymakers I 8. Elections and changes of policymakers II 9. Redistribution I 10. Redistribution II 11. Pensions reforms I 12. Railway subsidies

Literature

DRAZEN, Allan. Political economy in macroeconomics. Princeton, N.J.: Princeton University Press, 2002, xiv, 775. ISBN 0691092575. info
GREGOR, Martin. Nová politická ekonomie. 1. vyd. Praha: Karolinum, 2005, 315 s. ISBN 8024610663. info

Teaching methods

lectures

Assessment methods

Final written test

Language of instruction

Czech

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

Information about innovation of course.

The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2009, Autumn 2010, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2016, Autumn 2017, Autumn 2018, Autumn 2019, Autumn 2020, Autumn 2021, Autumn 2022, Autumn 2023, Autumn 2024.

MPE_HOP2 Economic Policy 2

Faculty of Economics and Administration
Autumn 2012

Extent and Intensity

2/0/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).

Teacher(s)

prof. Ing. Antonín Slaný, CSc. (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Antonín Slaný, CSc. (seminar tutor)
prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

Timetable

Tue 9:20–11:00 P106

Prerequisites (in Czech)

! PEHPII Economic Policy II

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.

fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with

there are 6 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display

Course objectives

Syllabus

1. Political economy 2. Economic models for political analysis 3. Decisionmaking 4. Time inconsistency 5. Laws, institutions and delegated authority 6. Credibility and reputation 7. Elections and changes of policymakers I 8. Elections and changes of policymakers II 9. Redistribution I 10. Redistribution II 11. Pensions reforms I 12. Railway subsidies

Literature

DRAZEN, Allan. Political economy in macroeconomics. Princeton, N.J.: Princeton University Press, 2002, xiv, 775. ISBN 0691092575. info
GREGOR, Martin. Nová politická ekonomie. 1. vyd. Praha: Karolinum, 2005, 315 s. ISBN 8024610663. info

Teaching methods

lectures

Assessment methods

Final written test

Language of instruction

Czech

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2009, Autumn 2010, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2016, Autumn 2017, Autumn 2018, Autumn 2019, Autumn 2020, Autumn 2021, Autumn 2022, Autumn 2023, Autumn 2024.

MPE_HOP2 Economic Policy 2

Faculty of Economics and Administration
Autumn 2011

Extent and Intensity

2/0/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).

Teacher(s)

prof. Ing. Antonín Slaný, CSc. (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Antonín Slaný, CSc. (seminar tutor)
prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D.
Department of Economics – Faculty of Economics and Administration
Contact Person: Lydie Pravdová

Timetable

Tue 9:20–11:00 P106

Prerequisites (in Czech)

! PEHPII Economic Policy II

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.

fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with

Economic Policy and International Relations (programme ESF, N-HPS)
Economic Policy (programme ESF, M-HPS)
Economic Policy (programme ESF, N-HPS)
Mathematical and Statistical Methods in Economics (programme ESF, N-KME)
Mathematics - Economics (programme PřF, N-AM)

Course objectives

Syllabus

1. Political economy 2. Economic models for political analysis 3. Decisionmaking 4. Time inconsistency 5. Laws, institutions and delegated authority 6. Credibility and reputation 7. Elections and changes of policymakers I 8. Elections and changes of policymakers II 9. Redistribution I 10. Redistribution II 11. Pensions reforms I 12. Railway subsidies

Literature

DRAZEN, Allan. Political economy in macroeconomics. Princeton, N.J.: Princeton University Press, 2002, xiv, 775. ISBN 0691092575. info
GREGOR, Martin. Nová politická ekonomie. 1. vyd. Praha: Karolinum, 2005, 315 s. ISBN 8024610663. info

Teaching methods

lectures

Assessment methods

Final written test

Language of instruction

Czech

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2009, Autumn 2010, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2016, Autumn 2017, Autumn 2018, Autumn 2019, Autumn 2020, Autumn 2021, Autumn 2022, Autumn 2023, Autumn 2024.

MPE_HOP2 Economic Policy 2

Faculty of Economics and Administration
Autumn 2010

Extent and Intensity

2/0/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).

Teacher(s)

prof. Ing. Antonín Slaný, CSc. (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Antonín Slaný, CSc. (seminar tutor)
prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D.
Department of Economics – Faculty of Economics and Administration
Contact Person: Lydie Pravdová

Timetable

Tue 9:20–11:00 P106

Prerequisites (in Czech)

! PEHPII Economic Policy II

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.

fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with

Economic Policy and International Relations (programme ESF, N-HPS)
Economic Policy (programme ESF, M-HPS)
Economic Policy (programme ESF, N-HPS)
Mathematical and Statistical Methods in Economics (programme ESF, N-KME)
Mathematics - Economics (programme PřF, N-AM)

Course objectives

Syllabus

1. Political economy 2. Economic models for political analysis 3. Decisionmaking 4. Time inconsistency 5. Laws, institutions and delegated authority 6. Credibility and reputation 7. Elections and changes of policymakers I 8. Elections and changes of policymakers II 9. Redistribution I 10. Redistribution II 11. Pensions reforms I 12. Railway subsidies

Literature

DRAZEN, Allan. Political economy in macroeconomics. Princeton, N.J.: Princeton University Press, 2002, xiv, 775. ISBN 0691092575. info
GREGOR, Martin. Nová politická ekonomie. 1. vyd. Praha: Karolinum, 2005, 315 s. ISBN 8024610663. info

Teaching methods

lectures

Assessment methods

Final written test

Language of instruction

Czech

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2009, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2016, Autumn 2017, Autumn 2018, Autumn 2019, Autumn 2020, Autumn 2021, Autumn 2022, Autumn 2023, Autumn 2024.

MPE_HOP2 Economic Policy 2

Faculty of Economics and Administration
Autumn 2009

Extent and Intensity

2/0/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).

Teacher(s)

prof. Ing. Antonín Slaný, CSc. (lecturer)
prof. Ing. Antonín Slaný, CSc. (seminar tutor)
prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

prof. Ing. Zdeněk Tomeš, Ph.D.
Department of Economics – Faculty of Economics and Administration
Contact Person: Lydie Pravdová

Timetable

Tue 9:20–11:00 P106

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.

fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with

Economics (programme ESF, M-EKT)
Economics (programme ESF, N-EKT)
Economic Policy (programme ESF, M-HPS)
Economic Policy (programme ESF, N-HPS)
Mathematics - Economics (programme PřF, N-AM)

Course objectives

Economic Policy II (PEHPII) The course continues the subjects of Economic Policy I and Macroeconomics. The aim is to analyse more deeply topics of economic policy so as to understand individual topics in a broader context. Themes covered are supported by real examples from Czech and foreign economic policy. The major topic areas are as follows: political context of economic policy; political-economic cycle; limitations of fiscal and monetary policies; external and internal economic policies; internal economic policy; economic growth and stabilization of economy; Credit requirements: presentation of a paper, active participation in seminars Examination: oral

Syllabus

1. Political aspects of economic policy 2. Pressure groups 3. Corruption 4. Fiscal policy 5. Redistribution policy 6. Population ageing 7. Population policy 8. Pension reform 9. Unemployment 10. Industrial policy 11. Industrial policy II 12. Regulation and deregulation 13. Antimonopoly policy

Literature

KUBÍČEK, Jan. Hospodářská politika. Plzeň: Vydavatelství a nakladatelství Aleš Čeněk, 2006, 302 s. ISBN 8086898997. info
Applied economics. Edited by Alan Griffiths - Stuart Wall. 9th ed. Harlow: Prentice-Hall, 2001, xi, 859 s. ISBN 0-273-65152-8. info

Teaching methods

lectures

Assessment methods

Final written test

Language of instruction

Czech

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2010, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2016, Autumn 2017, Autumn 2018, Autumn 2019, Autumn 2020, Autumn 2021, Autumn 2022, Autumn 2023, Autumn 2024.

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