Protection of competition and consumers in digital markets 1600-SZD-PCCiDM
The course explores how competition and consumers are protected in market economies.
The course’s focus is the European Union, but the discussion is set against the experiencesof the U.S. The course examines the regulatory framework governing competition among firms, identifying and analyzing the existing limitations and challenges in this regard. In particular, it looks into anticompetitive practices such as cartels, vertical restraints andmonopolies. Finally, the course analyses consumer protection in the context of digital markets, addressing the major complexities related to the customization of supply and the imbalance in the bargaining power of the parties. The course includes a study and class discussion of the Google Shopping case.
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Learning outcomes
After completing the course, a student will:
- Frame the main categories related to competition law;
- Address the main challenges arising from the competition and consumer perspective in digital markets;
- Discuss key features of the relevant EU legislation and policy;
- Apply the theoretical categories in real cases.
Assessment criteria
Description of requirements related to participation in classes, including the permitted number of explained absences:
Active participation is required, and one explained absence is allowed.
Evaluation criteria:
- Active participation in class (reactions during regular lectures).
- Case discussion and preparation to the discussion (class of 7 April 2022)