Course unit, curriculum year 2024–2025
KAT.TAL.220
Public Economics, 5 cr
Tampere University
- Description
- Completion options
Teaching periods
Active in period 1 (1.8.2024–20.10.2024)
Active in period 2 (21.10.2024–31.12.2024)
Course code
KAT.TAL.220Language of instruction
English, FinnishAcademic years
2024–2025, 2025–2026, 2026–2027Level of study
Intermediate studiesGrading scale
General scale, 0-5Persons responsible
Responsible teacher:
Kaisa KotakorpiResponsible organisation
Faculty of Management and Business 100 %
Coordinating organisation
Business Studies 100 %
Many modern governments collect close to 50 % of GDP in taxes, and use this revenue to fund public services. This course analyzes the reasons for the involvement of the public sector in the market economy. Why do markets sometimes fail to promote individual welfare? Should the public sector address issues such as providing insurance against economic shocks, tackling rising inequality, and combating climate change – and how? On the other hand, what are the implications of high taxation for individuals and businesses?
Learning outcomes
Recommended prerequisites
Learning material
Studies that include this course
Completion option 1
Completion of all options is required.
Participation in teaching
26.08.2024 – 17.10.2024
Active in period 1 (1.8.2024–20.10.2024)