ECO 555SEM - Info & Internet Economics

This course focuses on economic issues involving both information and Internet Technology. On the information side, it covers value of information, issues that arise from information asymmetry, cost of producing information, how to manage intellectual property, and information as an experience good. On the technology side, the course discusses business implications of the Internet by introducing topics concerning systems competition, lock-in and switching costs, positive feedback, network externalities, and standards.

Credits: 3

Requisites: Prerequisite: ECO 505