Do we Need New Methodology in Macroeconomics?
Do we Need New Methodology in Macroeconomics?
Author(s): Wojciech PachoSubject(s): Social Sciences, Economy
Published by: Szkoła Główna Handlowa w Warszawie
Keywords: macroeconomics; theory of economics; the Representative Agent Model
Summary/Abstract: The questions whether methodology employed by mainstream macroeconomics is sufficient and whether and in what extent innovative propositions in that field are in demand appears to of growing importance. In this article the concept of the role of representative agent for developments in economic science is thoroughly discussed. The strengths and deficiencies of the Representative Agent Model are examined.
Journal: Warsaw Forum of Economic Sociology
- Issue Year: 1/2010
- Issue No: 2 (2)
- Page Range: 43-48
- Page Count: 6
- Language: English