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Johns Hopkins University | AS.180.368

Managerial Economics and Business Strategy

3.0

credits

Average Course Rating

(4.63)

Seminar on quantitative concepts, decision-making, and strategy in business organizations. Overall context is ‘value’ – how it is measured and maximized long term. Microeconomic theory of the firm, competitive analysis, corporate finance.

Spring 2013

(4.71)

Spring 2014

(4.5)

Spring 2015

(4.69)

Spring 2013

Professor: J. Knapp

(4.71)

The best aspect of the course was the game that the very experienced professor introduced to the class. He taught about business and economics in a very interactive but practical way that students could appreciate and find useful. The worst aspect of the course was the lack of feedback on all assignments done throughout the semester. Students never received their work back throughout the course and were often unclear about directions and concepts. The course would improve if the students received clear guidelines on the class structure and feedback on their work. Prospective students should be prepared to participate in class and take advantage of the interesting class sessions to gain lots of useful financial and economic lessons.

Spring 2014

Professor: J. Knapp

(4.5)

The hands-on learning through a semester long real world business simulation was by far the highest rated aspect of this course. Students thought that the instructor excelled at tying education and practice together. Slow return of graded work, as well as relying on sometimes unreliable group members was the worst aspects of this course. Most students felt the course could be improved by returning work more quickly and having some relevant reading material. Prospective students should know that it is helpful to have a background in finance. This course is chal enging and fun.

Spring 2015

Professor: J. Knapp

(4.69)

The best aspects of this class was the interesting material and its applicability to finance students. This course taught students valuable concepts on how to run a company. Some students felt they did not get enough feedback on exams and papers. This course could be improved by meeting multiple times a week and providing clearer expectations for assignments. Prospective students interested in finance are encouraged to take this course and prepare for a significant amount of group based learning.