16072 Industry Economics

6cp
Undergraduate

This subject introduces the application of industrial economics to the building and construction industry, using the structure-conduct-performance approach. Topics covered include: the measurement of performance at industry and project level; forecasting techniques and the relationship between business and building cycles; analysis of the linkage between the building and property industries; the process of structural change and the emergence of the international building and construction industry; the impacts of information and communications technology on the industry and the role of innovation in the construction process; and strategic planning for business.

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus

Fee information

2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $1,062.38
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,346.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.125

Access conditions

Note: The requisite information presented in this subject description covers only academic requisites. Full details of all enforced rules, covering both academic and admission requisites, are available at Access conditions and My Student Admin.