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The Law and Economics of Competition Policy
Last Updated Date:   10 June 2024


5 Units,  Semester 2

Course Description:
Competition law maintains a close relationship with the field of economics. Expert witnesses are frequently invited to offer economic insights in litigation, and economists often play a pivotal role in shaping both the enforcement and legal framework. This course is designed to provide an overview of the economic considerations which informs the competition laws of key jurisdictions around the world. Issues to be considered include the intellectual movements in competition law, the economics of collusion, joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, common ownership, tying and exclusive dealing, loyalty rebates, predatory pricing, refusals to deal, vertical agreements, antitrust remedies, and digital platforms. References to Singapore’s competition regime will be made where relevant. No background in economics is required to take the course.

Course Convenor: Dr Kenneth Khoo

Co-teacher(s): NA

Course Codes: LL4496V / LL5496V / LL6496V / LLJ5496V

Contact Hours: 3-hr weekly seminar

Workload: 3 hours

Mode of Assessment: Class Participation - 20% & Research Paper - 80% [Due: Monday, 14 April 2025 (9am)]

Preclusions: LL4496/LL5496/LLJ5496/LL6496 The Law and Economics of Competition Policy
EC4324 (Economics of Competition Policy)

Prerequisites: NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or common law equivalent.

Non-law students: Open to students from Business and FASS (Econs majors). Must have completed at least 80MCs (3rd year and above).

Examination Date: Different Mode of Examination

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