After successful completion of the course, students are able to understand the basic differences and common grounds of information science and economics. For both disciplines, a thoroughgoing introduction and critique are provided. 

This lecture presents a survey of the economics of information. Selected topics and models are discussed and diverse background material is made accessible.

Methodologically this is a series of weekly lectures on specialized topics.

Please note that due to the COVID situation the format of the course may change to online mode!

The examen consists of answering five questions and is exclusively in English.