Доклады Анастасии Каменской и Владимира Коновалова, выпускников Факультета мировой экономики и мировой политики
На встрече рабочей группы 11 апреля о своих исследованиях в области приложения теории игр к исследованию конкуренции платформ и проблеме производства общественных благ рассказали Анастасия Каменская и Владимир Коновалов, выпускники бакалавриата МИРЭК и призеры конкурса студенческих научных работ.
Анастасия Каменская, "Equilibrium Pricing Strategies Under Domestic and Cross-Country Competition: A Model of Online Educational Platforms"
Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the development of online services that are based on online platforms. Technological development has enabled not only goods but also services such as education to enter the platform economy market. However, few studies have explored the competition between online educational platforms with each other. The aim of this paper is to identify the differences in the competition between online educational platforms at the global and country levels. With this aim in mind, I build a game-theoretic model of competition between global and local platforms, with the focus on the price and quality of courses. The model will target consumers with different levels of foreign language proficiency. As a result of the equilibrium strategy analysis, I have found that a global platform attracts more prestigious universities and sets higher prices for their courses. These results might come useful for educational platforms in selecting optimal prices and costs.
Владимир Коновалов, "Understanding Mechanisms Underlying Contrasting Environmental Activism Levels via a Model of Individual Contributions to Public Goods"
Abstract: Climate change poses a significant global challenge in the 21st century, influencing socio-economic and technological processes. Addressing this challenge requires behavioral shifts from both consumers and firms. While environmental economists have traditionally emphasized the producer’s role, there is a notable gap in understanding consumer behavior. The present study aims to introduce a theoretical framework for understanding and promoting individuals’ pro-environmental behavior tipping points. To do so, the study employs game-theoretic analysis and draws inspiration from models of political changes and processes to uncover the mechanisms underlying various levels of environmental activism. Understanding the motivations, barriers, and strategic interactions that drive individuals’ environmental engagement could lay the groundwork for designing targeted interventions aimed at nudging behavior towards more sustainable practices. Moreover, the study offers implications to guide policymakers in crafting effective strategies to tackle environmental challenges.