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Unexpected Economics

Unexpected Economics is a course on the economics of everyday life, industries, and global markets published by Udemy Online Academy. Unexpected Economics explores the hidden and surprising ways that economics shape our everyday lives, industries, and global markets. The course explores unconventional economic phenomena, behavioral economics, and real-world applications beyond traditional theories. It shows how motivations, decision-making biases, and social factors influence financial choices and market behavior. Learners will analyze unexpected economic trends, the effects of policies, and the role of technology in modern economies.24 engaging lectures on Unexpected Economics will help you understand the ways these mechanisms operate to make choices even in areas where economic forces have never been at work. Presented by acclaimed economist and popular course leader Professor Timothy Taylor – editor of Economic Perspectives, the world’s best-selling academic economics journal – Unexpected Economics dispels the often-quoted misconception that economics is a “sad science”. With engaging case studies and thought-provoking discussions, this course offers a fresh perspective on how economics affects everything from consumer behavior to business strategies and global development.

24 Video Lessons
36 Hours On-Demand
Created by Senior Industry Specialist
Uploaded Sep 2026
English
Unexpected Economics
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Course Features:
36 hours on-demand video
24 complete lectures
1 downloadable project zip file(s)
Streamable on mobile, tablet & desktop
Self-paced curriculum with progress tracking
Direct MP4 downloads & offline video access
Verified course archives hosted on cloud infrastructure.

What You'll Master in this Course

Traffic Congestion – Costs, Pricing, and You
Religion and Economics’ Bidirectional Links
Terrorism as a Career Choice
Small Choices and Racial Discrimination
Myopic Preferences and Behavioral Economics
Altruism, Charity, and Gifting
Loss Aversion and Reference Point Bias
Human Herds and Information Waterfalls
Sports Lessons – Pay, Performance, Competition
And…

Requirements

  • Basic enthusiasm to learn and follow along with lessons
  • A computer or mobile device with a modern internet connection

Description

Unexpected Economics is a course on the economics of everyday life, industries, and global markets published by Udemy Online Academy. Unexpected Economics explores the hidden and surprising ways that economics shape our everyday lives, industries, and global markets. The course explores unconventional economic phenomena, behavioral economics, and real-world applications beyond traditional theories. It shows how motivations, decision-making biases, and social factors influence financial choices and market behavior. Learners will analyze unexpected economic trends, the effects of policies, and the role of technology in modern economies.24 engaging lectures on Unexpected Economics will help you understand the ways these mechanisms operate to make choices even in areas where economic forces have never been at work. Presented by acclaimed economist and popular course leader Professor Timothy Taylor – editor of Economic Perspectives, the world’s best-selling academic economics journal – Unexpected Economics dispels the often-quoted misconception that economics is a “sad science”. With engaging case studies and thought-provoking discussions, this course offers a fresh perspective on how economics affects everything from consumer behavior to business strategies and global development.

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