I approach teaching as an opportunity for students to explore economic ideas through problems, experiments, discussion, and applications. My courses emphasize intuitive understanding alongside formal economic reasoning, using classroom games, collaborative activities, and applied projects to connect economic theory to real-world questions.
Introduction to Economics (EC 105, Fall 2022, Spring 2023, Spring 2024, Fall 2024, Fall 2025) - Syllabus
Fundamentals of Economics for International Studies (INST 100, Fall 2025, 2026) - Syllabus
Intermediate Macroeconomics (EC 202, Fall 2026) - Syllabus
Introduction to Behavioral Economics (EC 209, Spring 2024, 2025, 2026) - Syllabus
Public Finance (EC 214, Fall 2022, Fall 2023, Fall 2024) - Syllabus
Introduction to International Economics (EC 236, Fall 2022, Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Fall 2024, Spring 2026) - Syllabus
Game Theory and Application (EC 311, Spring 2023, Fall 2025) - Syllabus
"My favorite economics class that I’ve taken is “Introduction to Behavioral Economics” with Professor Prithvijit Mukherjee. We talked about decision-making behaviors and often played games as a class to learn about the concepts we were discussing. My favorite part of the class was the project we had to do over the course of the semester where we got the chance to apply concepts which we had learned. I found that it allowed me to hone my presentation skills while also preparing me for working on future economic projects."
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"Dr. Mukherjee is clearly very well-researched on his topic and is very enthusiastic about it. The content is very interesting, and I feel like I have learned a lot and have gained a lot of new skills." (Intro to Behavioral Economics)
"I felt that the professor's expectations for what we should know were made quite clear. I also liked how he provided a lot of practice through quizzes and homework. I also thought that he made the class fun by having us occasionally play games." (Intro to Economics)
"Mukherjee was able to answer questions well and walk through problems in a detailed way. Having worksheets for most classes was helpful, and the review sessions at the end were also very useful." (Intro to International Economics)
"Mukherjee is always willing to answer our questions and cater to our needs as students. He promoted a social atmosphere where students felt like they could rely on their classmates as well as him." (Intro to Economics)
"He is very engaging and fosters a classroom where students are comfortable asking questions and creating class discussions. He is very kind and helpful when asked questions individually or in office hours. He can move a little fast, but he makes sure that the class is reminded that we can ask him to slow down. There is always room in class for questions and discussions while also finishing the class lecture." (Public Finance)
"Mukherjee is super knowledgeable about economics and even though it is an intro level class he still spoke to certain nuances, which I found super vauable. I think he did a good job helping students to build an intuitive and conceptual understanding of the material rather than simply memorizing the rules and equations. Essentially he taught us the foundations in a way that leaves room for more critical analysis and interpretations in the future, which i really appreciate." (Intro to Economics)
"He understands the needs of his students and offers help accordingly. His style of teaching is very practical and fun." (Game Theory and Applications)
Professor Mukherjee is really thoughtful about the content he delivers in this course! When people don't understand a concept, he'll think of a different way to explain it or work with an example until they do. Classes are enjoyable and he fosters community among students but still covers a lot of content. (Intro to International Economics)
"I think Dr. Mukherjee creates an environment where students are not hesitant to ask questions either during the class or even outside of class. He is very responsive to questions asked regarding homeworks and assignments while also being open to office hours. He also keeps up with students with they are learning during the class and if there are any gaps in their conceptual learning." (Public Finance)
"I think it's one of my favorite economics classes that I've taken. Professor Mukherjee does a good job of running group activities to uncover topics that we cover in class and showing how they work." (Intro to Behavioral Economics)
The Global Economy (Econ 2100, Fall 2016) - Syllabus
Intermediate Microeconomics (Econ 3910, Fall 2018) - Syllabus
Introduction to Game Theory (Econ 4750, Summer 2017, 2018) - Syllabus
Math for Economist (Fall 2015, 2016, 2017)
Applied Game Theory (Fall 2015, 2016)
Macroeconomics I (Fall 2014)
Intermediate Microeconomics (Spring 2016, 2017, 2018)
Experimental Economics (Spring 2016, 2017, 2018)
Intermediate Macroeconomics (Spring 2015)