Industrial Organization, Consulting and Business Strategy

Catalog description

This course aims to enable students to apply IO models to study real-world problems. We will learn (i.) the fundamentals of game theory through numerous examples; (ii.) the applications of game theory models in various IO topics; pricing and firm competition, product differentiation, merger analysis (antitrust), platform and entry analysis. (iii.) market analysis and case studies for different industries/marketplaces (oil, smartphone, music streaming, social media apps, food delivery platforms, ride-sharing platforms, and EV industry). (iv.) empirical methods use to research and in the consulting industry (regression analysis, structural models, and causal inferences). This course is especially helpful for students interested in consulting or related industry jobs.