Course Details
Country:
Netherlands
Institution:
Free University of Amsterdam
Course Title:
Urban Economics and Real Estate
Course Number:
E_MFRE_UERE
Course Description:
This course in Urban and Real Estate Economics addresses the relationship between urban land, real estate and economic development. It links economic theory to urban and real estate issues, and it links real estate to a broader context of urban growth and economic development. Insights are developed through studying theoretical models and by considering practical examples of the issues at hand.
The following topics are likely covered: (1) Why cities exist, (2) Urban spatial structure, (3) Land use and urban planning, (4) Housing, (5) Housing policies, (6) Local public goods and services, (7) Green cities, (8) Crime, (9) Cities in the Global South.
With respect to each topic the student should be able to define and describe it and to understand the economic theory as well as the empirical (econometric) analysis of the topic.
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
Pending For Approval
Attachment Files:
Studyguide (12)_7.pdf
