Ateneo - UPO

The course aims at introducing the students to major issues of public economics and finance and economic policy.

Please refer to the textbooks listed for the two modules.

Please refer to the information provided for each module.

Students must have passed the exam of Microeconomics.

Lectures with frequent interactions between teacher and students.
Course attendance is optional but strongly recommended.

Students with physical disabilities, Learning Disabilities or Special Education Needs can request specific services and tools via the Staff Sviluppo e Coordinamento Carriere e Servizi alle Studentesse e agli Studenti, consulting the University webpage: https://www.uniupo.it/en/services/services-students-physical-or-learning-disabilities. Students with disabilities, learning disabilities or special education needs, once they have contacted the University Staff, can refer to the tutor in charge of the course to define the examination modalities, concerning academic aspects.

The exam is written and integrated between the two modules of Public Economics and Economic Policy. Total exam time (Public Economics and Economic Policy): 2 hours. At the discretion of the examination committee, students may be required to attend an oral exam, the outcome of which will contribute to the determination of the final grade. For more detailed information, see the exam rules published on DIR websites of Public Economics and Economic Policy courses.

Notes:
During the written exam, students are not permitted to consult textbooks, notes, or any other materials. The use of electronic devices is prohibited, except when strictly required to complete the exam. The use of artificial intelligence tools or any smart devices (including smartphones, smartwatches, smart glasses, or similar devices) is strictly prohibited. Any violation of these rules will result in the invalidity of the exam and lead to disciplinary proceedings.
Students are also required to present a valid form of identification (e.g., a national identity card or driver's licence) for identity verification before the exam.

Please refer to the information provided for each module.

Being able to apply the theories developed by Public Economics to understand how the public sector operates in the real world. Being able to interpret the main economic policies carried out by governments and international organizations.