micromodelling
/ˈmʌɪkrə(ʊ)ˌmɒd(ə)lɪŋ/ /ˈmʌɪkrə(ʊ)ˌmɒdlɪŋ/(also micromodeling)
noun
The devising or use of conceptual or theoretical models of the constituent elements of systems, or of systems considered in terms of these elements, rather than at an overall level; (Economics ) the devising or use of microeconomic models.
Origin
1960s. From micro- + modelling, after micromodel. With specifically use in economics compare micro.