Overview

Contest theory is an important part of game theory used to analyse different types of contests and conflicts. Traditional microeconomic models focus on situations where property rights are well defined, and agents voluntarily trade rights over goods or produce rights for new goods. However, much less focus has been given to other situations where agents do not trade property rights, but rather fight over them. Contests: Theory and Applications presents a state-of-the art discussion of the economics of contests from the perspective of both core theory and applications. It provides a new approach to standard topics in labour, education, welfare and development and introduces areas like voting, industrial organisation, mechanism design, sport, and military conflict. Using elementary mathematics, this book provides a versatile framework for navigating this growing area of study and serves as an essential resource for its wide variety of applications in economics and political science.

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Author:   Carmen Beviá (Universidad de Alicante) ,  Luis Corchón (Universidad Carlos III de Madrid)
Publisher:   Cambridge University Press
Imprint:   Cambridge University Press
ISBN:  

9781009504423

ISBN 10:   1009504428
Pages:   238
Publication Date:   06 June 2024
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Undergraduate ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

Preface; Part I. Foundations: 1. An Introduction to Contests; 2. Contest Success Functions (CSFs); 3. Equilibrium with Heterogeneous Agents; 4. Foundations for Contests Success Functions; Part II. Extensions: 5. Contests Between Groups; 6. Sabotage; 7. Dynamic Contests; 8. Asymmetric Information; Part III. Applications: 9. Contests in Other Environments: Draws, Large Contests and Entry; 10. Contests in Classical Problems: Divisionalizacion, Monopoly Welfare Losses, Coase Theorem, Voting; 11. Contests, Institutions, Wars and Economic Success; 12. Contests: Social Welfare and Public Policy; References; Index.

Reviews

'Carmen Beviá and Luis Corchón's Contests: Theory and Applications is a must-read introduction to contest theory. With clarity and depth, accessible yet rigorous, their book covers key concepts and real-world examples, from political campaigns to sports tournaments. Their work demonstrates how fruitfully economic theory can contribute to our understanding of conflict, making it an essential reading for anyone interested in learning and teaching about competitive dynamics.' Santiago Sanchez-Pages, King's College London 'Contests: Theory and Applications by Carmen Beviá and Luis C. Corchón masterfully demystifies the dynamics of competition across disciplines. This insightful tome bridges theoretical foundations with practical insights, making it indispensable for scholars and curious minds alike. It eloquently unveils the strategic complexities of contests, enriching readers' understanding of their pervasive influence on society.' Jingfeng Lu, National University of Singapore 'From sporting events to wars, Beviá and Corchón's comprehensive analysis sheds light on the strategic behavior that shapes our social and economic landscapes, and on possible policies such as affirmative action that can improve it. For researchers seeking to master the nuances of contest theory, Contests: Theory and Applications is an indispensable companion, while, for teachers, this book will be an invaluable resource that encompasses theory, application, and exercises. Engaging, insightful, and eminently readable, dive deeper into contest theory with this essential guide!' Subhasish M. Chowdhury, Professor of Economics, University of Sheffield

Author Information

Luis Corchón is Emeritus Professor at Carlos III University. He is the author of Theories of Imperfectly Competitive Markets (1996) and The Theory of Implementation of Socially Optimal Decisions in Economics (1996) and co-editor of Handbook of Game Theory and Industrial Organization (2018). His work appeared in Quarterly Journal of Economics, Journal of Economic Theory, Games and Economic Behavior, RAND, International Journal of Industrial Organization, and Economic Theory. He has served as associate editor for Journal of Public Economic Theory, Review of Economic Design, Mathematical Social Sciences and Journal of Dynamics and Games, and has advised 15 PhDs. Carmen Beviá is Full Professor at Universidad de Alicante. Her work appeared in Journal of Economic Theory, Economic Theory, Games and Economic Behavior, RAND, International Journal of Industrial Organization, and Mathematical Social Sciences. She is co-editor of the volume The Political Economy of Democracy (2008). She has served as associate editor for Mathematical Social Sciences and advised 4 PhD students. She is currently a coeditor of Journal of Mathematical Economics.

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