ECO0280 - TOPICS IN INNOVATION ECONOMICS II

courses

ID:

ECO0280

Duration (hours):

40

CFU:

Year:

2025

Date/time interval

Secondo Semestre (16/02/2026 - 29/05/2026)

Course Objectives

The course intends to introduce students to classical topics and recent advances regarding mathematical aspects of risk management and their connection with economics of innovation. The tools of risk theory endow students with an analytical mindset and a strong quantitative preparation, which forms the building block for understanding the foundations of quantitative risk theory. The course helps students tackle intriguing questions about risk in economic and financial contexts through a rigorous mathematical approach.

Course Prerequisites

None.

Teaching Methods

The course will be composed of 20 hours of lectures and will be based on a set of slides written by the instructor, covering theory and practical examples. Additional readings will be communicated during the semester. The teaching material will be posted on the e-learning platform.

Assessment Methods

The exam consists of a written part (comprising 2 open questions and 2 exercises). Students will have the option to write an essay (in groups of up to 3 members) and present it at the end of the course. The topic of the essay will be chosen by the instructor and the students. In case of a positive evaluation (>18/30), students presenting in the workshop will not be required to attend the written exam.

Mathematical and statistical preliminaries. Risk measures: definition and different approaches. Examples of risk measures. Numerical aspects. Applications to project risk management.

Course Language

English.

More information

The syllabus can be subject to modifications and changes during the course. Please check periodically the course page on e-learning for possible changes and communications from the instructor.

A Tutoring Service is active at the Department of Economics. More detailed information is available at the following link:
https://www.uninsubria.it/servizi/tutti-i-servizi/tutorato-dieco