DFG Graduate Program Collective Decision-Making
The graduate program "Collective Decision-Making" offers very attractive conditions for undertaking doctoral research on a topic of major significance for democratic societies: decision-making by a group of individuals. Despite the significant role of collective decision-making, its study is generally considered a specialist sub-field of economic, social and behavioral sciences and insights into its workings are hardly ever shared across different disciplines. The graduate program aims to work towards unifying a fragmented field and at the same time generating new impetus for research in this area by integrating separate strands of theoretical and empirical research and methods in economics, philosophy and political science. We are searching for excellently qualified and highly motivated young researchers who are interested in pushing the boundaries of knowledge. As a member of the graduate program you will be undertakng research at the University of Hamburg, one of Germany's top 10 universities. You will be living in one of the most dynamic and international cities in Europe with one of the hightest quality of life worldwide. We will offer you: Excellent preparation for undertaking doctoral research in collective decision-making under the supervision of internationally recognized and networked faculty in Economics, Philosophy and Political Science. A competitive salary with social security and healthcare contributions for three years. Office space, equipment, research funding and generous tavel grants for attending international conferences and workshops and for research visits.
The University of Hamburg, Germany, is offering a graduate program at the intersection of Economics, Philosophy and Political Science. The program is funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG).
2025 Royal Economic Society Prize Winners Announced - Perino, Ritz and van Benthem on Climate Policy
The Royal Economic Society (RES) has <a href="https://The Royal Economic Society (RES) has announced that the 2025 Royal Economic Society Prize will be awarded to Grischa Perino, Robert Ritz, and Arthur van Benthem for their article titled ‘Overlapping Climate Policies’, published in the October 2025 issue of The Economic Journal. The award recognizes the authors' framework, which examines how unilateral jurisdictional policies, such as coal phase-outs or renewable energy supports, interact with broader multi-jurisdictional systems like the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS). The committee emphasized the analysis's relevance to current climate policy debates, highlighting its potential as a tool for policymakers to measure climate effectiveness. In their joint statement, the winners expressed their hopes that their research will serve as an essential resource as global policymakers develop effective climate portfolios. They stated, "Our paper offers a unified framework to study the interaction between several climate policies targeted on the same emitters. Seemingly minor details can make all the difference for whether the policy mix is effective at cutting emissions." They further expressed their gratitude for receiving the RES Prize. Grischa Perino is professor for environmental economics at the University of Hamburg and the managing director of the Earth & Society Research Hub (ESRAH). His research interests include several areas in environmental, climate and applied micro-economics. He is an expert on carbon market design - in particular the Market Stability Reserve in the EU Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) - and has advised the European Commission, the German Ministry for Economic Affairs, and the German Environment Agency. Find out more on his faculty webpage or his personal site. Robert Ritz is a fellow and lecturer at Peterhouse College, University of Cambridge. He specialises in the interface between climate policy, industrial organisation and energy economics. He has worked as an advisor to the UK's energy regulator (OFCOM) and the UK's antitrust body, the Competition & Markets Authority. He was previously a research fellow at the University of Oxford, where he also received his PhD. You can find out more on his faculty profile or on his personal website. Arthur van Benthem is a Professor of Business Economics and Public Policy at Wharton, University of Pennsylvania, where he is co-director of the Wharton Climate Center. His research specialises in environmental and energy economics. He studied at the University of Amsterdam and at Stanford, where he gained his PhD. You can find out more about Dr. van Benthem on his faculty page or his personal site. The Prize will be awarded at the gala dinner of the annual Royal Economic Society Conference, set to take place in July 2026 at Newcastle University.">announced that the 2025 Royal Economic Society Prize will be awarded to Grischa Perino, Robert Ritz, and Arthur van Benthem for their article titled ‘Overlapping Climate Policies’, published in the October 2025 issue of The Economic Journal. The award recognizes the authors' framework, which examines how unilateral jurisdictional policies, such as coal phase-outs or renewable energy supports, interact with broader multi-jurisdictional systems like the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS). The committee emphasized the analysis's relevance to current climate policy debates, highlighting its potential as a tool for policymakers to measure climate effectiveness. In their joint statement, the winners expressed their hopes that their research will serve as an essential resource as global policymakers develop effective climate portfolios. They stated, "Our paper offers a unified framework to study the interaction between several climate policies targeted on the same emitters. Seemingly minor details can make all the difference for whether the policy mix is effective at cutting emissions." They further expressed their gratitude for receiving the RES Prize. Grischa Perino is professor for environmental economics at the University of Hamburg and the managing director of the Earth & Society Research Hub (ESRAH). His research interests include several areas in environmental, climate and applied micro-economics. He is an expert on carbon market design - in particular the Market Stability Reserve in the EU Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) - and has advised the European Commission, the German Ministry for Economic Affairs, and the German Environment Agency. Find out more on his faculty webpage or his personal site. Robert Ritz is a fellow and lecturer at Peterhouse College, University of Cambridge. He specialises in the interface between climate policy, industrial organisation and energy economics. He has worked as an advisor to the UK's energy regulator (OFCOM) and the UK's antitrust body, the Competition & Markets Authority. He was previously a research fellow at the University of Oxford, where he also received his PhD. You can find out more on his faculty profile or on his personal website. Arthur van Benthem is a Professor of Business Economics and Public Policy at Wharton, University of Pennsylvania, where he is co-director of the Wharton Climate Center. His research specialises in environmental and energy economics. He studied at the University of Amsterdam and at Stanford, where he gained his PhD. You can find out more about Dr. van Benthem on his faculty page or his personal site. The Prize will be awarded at the gala dinner of the annual Royal Economic Society Conference, set to take place in July 2026 at Newcastle University.
The Royal Economic Society has awarded the 2025 Prize to Grischa Perino, Robert Ritz, and Arthur van Benthem for their significant contribution in understanding climate policy interactions.
Econometrics, Statistics and Quantitative Methods (JEL C)
Economic Development, Innovation and Growth (JEL O)
Agricultural and Environmental Economics (JEL Q)
7th International Conference of Development and Economy
Date: 22-25 October 2026 Location: University of Peloponnese – Kalamata, Campus Antikalamos The opening of the Conference will consist of two Roundtables Discussion on the topics: The economy and society in the age of artificial intelligence The Greek economy and society facing digital challenges The aim of the conference is to bring together Economists from different fields of Economic Research. This conference will be an excellent opportunity to renew old acquaintances and to meet new colleagues. Networking Participants from all over the world are invited to share methods and exchange ideas. Great Speakers The conference is open to all lines of theoretical and empirical research in agriculture, accounting, banking, development, economics, finance, and entrepreneurship. Excellent Opportunity: This conference will be an excellent opportunity to renew old acquaintances and to meet new colleagues. https://icodecon2026.uop.gr/
Join us at the I.CO.D.ECON 2026 in Kalamata, Greece from 22-25 October 2026 to discuss the economy and society in the age of artificial intelligence and the digital challenges facing the Greek economy.
Description of Doctoral Program: We are inviting outstanding students to join our full- time PhD program in Finance. About the Department The Department of Accounting and Finance aims to attain the highest level of academic excellence in research and teaching. In line with the department’s objectives, the PhD program in Finance trains future academics for research-oriented career abroad. Our PhD graduates in Finance have been placed at leading European universities such as Warwick, Essex, Southampton, Durham, Aston, and AUEB. The Department’s research is ranked (ASU rankings – based on publications in the top 4 Finance journals since 1990): • Top 40 in Europe • Top 200 worldwide in Finance Faculty members hold PhDs from leading universities worldwide (including Harvard, Princeton, LSE, ETH Zurich, USC, Penn State, University of Illinois, at Urbana-Champaign, Georgia State, University of Florida, IESE, among others). Publication output aims the top-tier international journals such as those on the Financial Times list. Our department has historically published in: • Journal of Financial Economics • Review of Financial Studies • Journal of Accounting and Economics • Journal of Accounting Research • Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis • Management Science • Review of Accounting Studies • Contemporary Accounting Research The Department is proud to welcome internationally renowned academics on its seminar series and also as short-term visitors, thus directly benefiting the PhD The Doctoral Program is offered on a full-time basis. Years 1&2: Coursework, Seminars & Exams covering: Financial Economic theory, Econometric methods and Research methodology. Following coursework, students need to pass written Comprehensive Exams. Years 2–5: Research & Dissertation. PhD candidates focus on developing original research, writing and defending their doctoral thesis. Research Environment & Resources: Dedicated Office space, access to databases (such as WRDS, Compustat, CRSP, and I/B/E/S, Refinitiv, S&P Market Intelligence), research interaction in a research-intensive academic environment. Opportunities for research visits at partner universities in Europe, and North America. Research Positions/Scholarships We offer up to four PhD scholarships/research positions to outstanding students from all nationalities. The scholarships cover 80%-100% of the tuition fees, and pay approximately €14000 per year before the Comprehensive exams and approximately €16000-18000 per year after the Comprehensive exams, depending on performance. The funding is granted on an annual basis and renewed for up to a maximum five-year period, subject to satisfactory performance. We also provide annual funding for international conferences (approx. €1000 per year). George M. Constantinides PhD Award, which honors Professor Constantinides, a founding member of the Faculty of Economics and Management (FEM) at the University of Cyprus, is intended to provide financial support, up to €10000, for FEM PhD students' research endeavors, including participation in international conferences, research visits for training/collaboration/networking, or data acquisition. Admission Criteria Applicants must hold: • A Master’s degree from an accredited university with at least “Very Good” / Upper Second classification. • Priority is given to candidates with First-Class Honours in both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. We strongly encourage applications from a broad range of disciplines, including: Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, and the sciences in general (e.g. Physics). Cyprus is a Member State of the European Union. The University provides equal opportunities to all applicants regardless of nationality. Applications are submitted electronically and evaluated on a rolling basis. Applications are electronic and announcements are made on a rolling- window basis. To apply, please visit the UCY Graduate School website. More Info: Ph.D. Programme - Department of Accounting and Finance Academic Directors: Prof. A. Charitou (charitou@ucy.ac.cy) and Prof. A. Milidonis (andreas.milidonis@ucy.ac.cy) Secretariat: E. Tsinti, +35722893605, tsinti.eugenia@ucy.ac.cy/M. Kanari, +35722893641, kanari.maria@ucy.ac.cy
Applications for Admission. Up to 4 Scholarships.
Dr. Vera Songwe Appointed to Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences by Pope Leo XIV
The Holy See announced today that Pope Leo XIV has appointed Dr. Vera Songwe as an ordinary member of the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences. Dr. Songwe is recognized for her extensive experience and leadership in global economic and social issues. Born on August 31, 1968, in Nairobi, Kenya, Dr. Songwe is a citizen of Cameroon. She holds a degree in economics and political sciences from the University of Michigan and a doctorate in mathematical economics from the Université Catholique de Louvain in Belgium. Her career spanned roles at the World Bank from 1998 until 2015, during which she served as National Director for several West African nations, including Senegal and Mauritania. From 2015 to 2017, Dr. Songwe was the Director for West and Central Africa at the International Finance Corporation. She later held the position of Undersecretary General of the United Nations and Executive Secretary of the Economic Commission for Africa until 2022. In addition to her new role, she is also the founder and president of the Liquidity and Sustainability Facility and a non-resident senior fellow at the Africa Growth Initiative of the Brookings Institution in Washington, D.C. This appointment not only highlights Dr. Songwe's vast expertise but also reflects the Vatican's intent to address critical social issues, including climate finance and sustainable development. The Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences is an institution of the Holy See that brings together experts from various disciplines with the aim of studying current economic, social, and political issues. In recent years, the academy has recruited individuals with a professional background from international organizations and research institutes, signifying a new impetus at the Vatican to increase its international role in fields such as development economics and climate issues. Image Credits: FID - UK Department for International Development - licensed as CC BY 2.0 via Flickr Photo Title: Dr Vera Songwe, Executive Secretary, United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, speaking at the UK-Africa Investment Summit in London, 20 January 2020
Dr. Vera Songwe, an African development expert, has been appointed by the Vatican to the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences. Dr. Songwe boasts an impressive career, including leadership roles in international organizations and significant contributions in climate finance.
Public Economics & Economic Policy (JEL H)
Ruhr Graduate School in Economics: fully funded PhD Program
The Ruhr Graduate School in Economics (RGS Econ) offers a PhD program in Economics, complying with the highest international standards. RGS Econ is part of the UA Ruhr Research Academy and combines the expertise of four economics departments in the Ruhr Valley Area (UA Ruhr): Ruhr-Universität Bochum, TU Dortmund University, and the University of Duisburg-Essen; with that of the RWI - Leibniz Institute for Economic Research, one of Germany‘s leading economic research institutes. Advanced coursework, a cooperative learning environment, and an extensive research network and infrastructure are geared to support our students in conducting first-rate research and our graduates in obtaining excellent positions in academia, public institutions, and in the private sector. The structure of the doctoral program allows outstanding and research-oriented students to pass their exams and finish their thesis in three to four years. RGS Econ charges no tuition fees. Accepted students are typically offered financing for a minimum of three years in the form of research and teaching assistant positions (TVL E 13). For more details on the program and the application procedure, please visit RGS Econ | Application. What we offer: - a vibrant research community with more than 45 faculty members, currently around 45 doctoral students and many more doctoral students, junior and senior researchers at the participating universities and the research institute. - a comprehensive core course program, enabling students to engage in frontier research in all areas of economics. - a large selection of specialized field courses, multiple research seminar series, guest lectures by renowned international faculty, soft skills seminars, workshops and an annual doctoral conference. structured guidance and supervision, facilitated from the start via a pairing of students with (primary) supervisors based on interests and supervision capacity and to the finish with job market support. - an excellent international research network and funding for research stays as well as conference and summer school participation. What we expect from successful candidates: - a Master’s degree in Economics or related fields (such as Finance, Mathematics, or Statistics), completed by the time of program entry. - a strong motivation and ability for research in economics as well as excellent analytical / quantitative skills, documented by reference letters, academic transcripts etc. - a GRE test result is highly recommended for applicants without a German ‘Abitur’. - English language proficiency
Ready to advance your career in economics? Apply now to the RGS Econ's renowned PhD program in Economics. Please submit your application by 23 March 2026 for a start in October 2026.
Ruhr Graduate School in Economics (RGS Econ)
Urban, Rural and Transportation Economics (JEL R)
Macroeconomics and Monetary Economics (JEL E)
North American Conference on Islamic Finance
​ Islamic Finance: A Value-Based Approach to Sustainable Growth In an era of increasing financial turbulence, ethical considerations in finance have become more critical than ever. The instability in global financial markets stems largely from flawed corporate practices, regulatory loopholes, and an erosion of ethical values in business operations. The consequences of corporate misconduct, financial scandals, and unsustainable financial practices highlight the urgent need for a fundamental shift toward ethical and responsible finance. Islamic finance offers a value-based alternative by emphasizing transparency, ethical business conduct, sustainability, and social responsibility. The North American Conference on Islamic Finance (NACIF) serves as a platform to explore these principles and their practical applications, fostering a financial ecosystem that is equitable, stable, and aligned with societal well-being.
The purpose of the North American Conference on Islamic Finance (NACIF) is to foster the sharing of global knowledge. It is an international forum for Islamic finance scholars and practitioners to discuss and collaborate on the various innovative practices that are being used in the Islamic finance industry. Ultimately, the goal of NACIF is to facilitate sustainable finance practices that benefit society at all levels.
Dr. David Ortega Receives 2025 Borlaug CAST Communication Award
The Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) presented the prestigious 2025 Borlaug CAST Communication Award (BCCA) to Dr. David L. Ortega during a ceremony on March 3, 2026, at Madison Hall in the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. The event also marked the announcement of CAST’s Science Communication Scholarship recipient, Suraksha Baral, a Ph.D. student at The Ohio State University. Dr. Ortega, who serves as a Professor and the Noel W. Stuckman Chair in Food Economics and Policy at Michigan State University, was recognized for his exceptional record in translating complex food and agricultural economics research into accessible information for a variety of audiences, including policymakers and the general public. Over his career, Dr. Ortega has published over 80 peer-reviewed articles, gained nearly 4,000 citations, and provided testimony before U.S. legislative committees. His media presence includes appearances on major outlets like The New York Times and NPR. CAST CEO Dr. Chris Boomsma praised Ortega's work in helping inform public and political discourse on food systems. In his acceptance speech, Dr. Ortega emphasized that understanding food economics is an ongoing responsibility that extends beyond personal achievement. Meanwhile, Suraksha Baral received a $1,000 scholarship for her initiatives in communicating critical environmental and agricultural data to non-academic audiences. Baral leads the Can Fairy program in Columbus, Ohio, aimed at enhancing community recycling efforts through engaging educational materials. About CAST The Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) is an American nonprofit organization that assembles, interprets, and communicates credible, balanced, science-based information to policymakers, the media, the private sector, and the public. Through its network of scientific societies, companies, and individual members, CAST advances the understanding of food, agriculture, and natural resources. For more information, visit cast-science.org. Image Credit: With kind permission of CAST (Council for Agricultural Science and Technology)
At a ceremony held on March 3, 2026, at the Library of Congress, the Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) awarded Dr. David L. Ortega the 2025 Borlaug CAST Communication Award for his significant contributions to agricultural science communication. The event also recognized Suraksha Baral as the recipient of CAST’s Science Communication Scholarship.
How AI is Re-shaping Economics Postgraduate Education - An Insider View from a Current PhD Student
Below I present three main reasons why it is becoming increasingly difficult to imagine postgraduate education without the use of AI. Whether you’re a student or a lecturer, knowing how to use AI effectively — or just being aware of how students are already making use of it — will help you succeed. 1) AI offers better searches for niche information Many of the common AI models can be used as a search tool, making them the first truly new innovation enabling Internet searches since the emergence of sites like Yahoo! and Ask.com - and of course google - in the second half of the 1990s. This search feature makes it a great study and research partner, beyond what a typical user can accomplish with a search engine. One of the weaknesses of traditional search engines is that it can be hard to find the specific information you need, especially if you’re searching for something niche, or if the language used for that topic is generic. For example, consider a scenario where your favorite bakery is a small mom-and-pop shop named “Croissant”. Or, for a more economics-relevant example, consider searching for content about the inverse elasticity of substitution in (specifically) the neoclassical growth model. In both cases, it can be extremely difficult to find the right information you need. In the first case it’s hard to craft a good search with such limited language, since “croissant” will return far too many irrelevant results. And in the latter case, the need to be extremely specific (thus using so many words) means that a traditional search will end up getting lots of irrelevant content as well. Even using advanced search functions might be ineffective, or at least time-consuming. But AI has the ability to sidestep a lot of these problems. That’s partly because if an LLM answers with something you weren’t looking for, you can just tell it that, and it will pivot to your intended meaning instead. This makes LLMs ideal tools to begin a search for esoteric information — although the ever-present chance of hallucination must be kept in mind (more on that later!). 2) AI models are great as study tools AI models can go far beyond being search engines — they can explain their output and interact with the reader. This is where one of their core use cases lies: as a study tool, or even a supplementary TA. AI models are frequently used by economics postgraduate students, with some using them on a daily basis to aid studies. AI can parse even the most complicated equations and break down complicated or long-winded paragraphs into more digestible bits. This helps students learn new concepts faster than if they’d spent time puzzling over arcane lecture notes, reading a textbook, finding a helpful YouTube video, or waiting to attend office hours. If someone is puzzled over how to get started with a difficult problem, asking an AI model can help them know where to begin. Still, there are limitations. There’s no shortcut to true understanding, and sometimes AI output isn’t sufficient. And of course, LLMs suffer from the hallucination problem, so AI output must be treated with suspicion and tested rigorously to ensure it’s accurate. In the context of an economics course, though, ensuring output is accurate can be a great way to learn! In my personal experience as a PhD student, fellow economics postgrads have agreed that AI is best used to either help with starting a difficult problem or help understand the steps taken in a sparsely-explained proof, problem, or model setup. Often, research papers, textbooks and lecture notes skip several important steps at a time when deriving or showing a concept, much to the ire of students. AI can help bridge the gap by explaining the omitted steps. This is something that AI models have grown quite adept at — given a specific enough prompt. In this way, AI takes on the role of a miniature TA, available at any time a student may be studying. Further, AI can even be used to generate practice problems and mock exam questions, making them good tools to ensure understanding. But these aren’t the only things AI can be helpful for. They can also help economics students parse long stretches of code… 3) AI is an ideal partner for coding Economics is an increasingly broad and cross-disciplinary field. As such, knowledge of mathematics and social sciences are important, but increasingly, data science competence and coding skills are becoming invaluable for economists. This is where LLMs are particularly useful, especially for postgraduate students who don’t have as much practical experience yet. One of the first things that a professor recommended to me during my economics PhD was to use AI to help me write code. Economists are increasingly required to use statistical software programs to do their jobs and their research, and even limited coding skills go a very long way. Even so, the vast majority of economics courses don’t teach software skills — often, there’s only time for an introductory course into one program, and students end up having to learn the rest on their own. This is a gap in the economists’ education that, for better or worse, degree programs often don’t have enough time to cover. Nobody should rely fully upon AI to code everything for them, and my professor wasn’t telling us to do so. Rather, as coding is an important but secondary skill for an economist, my professor recommended that we use AI to help us learn while doing. And, as he pointed out, using AI in this manner makes managing the hallucination problem quite easy: simply test the code the AI gave you. If it works, great! If not, clearly the AI made a mistake. Of course, this process works best for small pieces of code — asking the AI to change the color of a graph, or create a formula to update a matrix, for example. Asking it to write an entire research paper, or compile code to clean a whole database, is a recipe for disaster (and, as I argued before in an article justifying why I did not use AI for my PhD application, is only robbing yourself of the ability to learn). Conclusion: AI can be great, but remember: it’s only a tool There are, of course, pitfalls to avoid with AI. Relying on its output too much is a mistake, and students who over-use it may fail to learn as much as they thought. This is important because economics exams are typically held in person, without the aid of computational devices (outside of perhaps a small calculator). Thus, when grades are on the line, AI often won’t be available. For this reason alone, it’s imperative that students learn course content and how to think about and solve economics problems without relying on AI. In fact, the advent of AI makes it even more likely that, at least in the short run, economics degree programs will continue to rely on in-person exams to assess students. Yet aspiring economists shouldn’t fear this. Any economist worth their salt will know their field, and won’t need to rely on AI to do their job. Yet AI tools can — as with so many other industries — greatly increase the productivity of an already capable economist. Likewise, economics instructors shouldn’t be afraid of AI tools. Embracing them and training students to use them properly can actually increase engagement and learning. Even if you as a lecturer don’t feel confident teaching how to use AI, it’s imperative that you are aware of AI’s capabilities. This applies when designing any assessments, projects, or homework that isn’t done in person, as students could make use of AI while doing them. How has AI been used in your economics degree program? Have you experienced professors or students recommending it, or actively incorporating it into the syllabus? Share your experiences in the comments below! Header Image Credits: halfpoint, via Canva Pro License / Daniil Komov from Pexels, via Canva Pro License / metamorworks from Getty Images, via Canva Pro License
We all know that AI models are becoming increasingly commonplace, with hundreds of software companies now offering AI-powered tools, and dozens of iterations of ChatGPT and similar LLMs popping up every year. While some bemoan AI tools, they’ve also been lauded as powerful and helpful tools that we ought to be using every day. Regardless of where you stand on the AI-usage spectrum, one thing is certain: AI models are reshaping education, even at the highest levels. Economics is no exception. Even for PhD students like me, AI tools are becoming a feature of student life — and when used smartly, can be a great asset to learning.
The program is offered jointly by the faculties of economics of the three universities and the Department of Statistics at TU Dortmund University. This unique combination of training and research skills allows for offering a specialized curriculum for research-oriented students who are interested in deeply understanding and further developing econometric methods for empirical economic research. As this requires rigorous training in mathematics and statistics, the focus on these subjects is bigger than for typical degree programs in economics. About the Master’s Program in Econometrics Econometrics is a branch of economics that deals with the quantitative analysis of economic relationships using mathematics and inferential statistics. Econometric methods are used in many areas of economic research and constitute the basis for empirical applications in many fields such as labor economics and finance. Furthermore, the application of econometrics becomes increasingly important for decision support in companies, governments, financial institutions, and other organizations. While quantitative methods are frequently used in applied research, many economists are not taught the mathematical background necessary to fully grasp the underlying concepts, let alone further develop such techniques. To fill this gap and to respond to the growing demand for highly qualified professionals, the master’s program in Econometrics aims to provide students with both extensive methodological knowledge and an in-depth understanding of central causal economic relationships and resulting econometric issues. Graduates receive a joint MSc degree from the three participating universities. Program Structure The program comprises compulsory modules, elective courses, and a master's thesis. In the four compulsory modules, students receive rigorous training in statistics, econometrics, and time series analysis. The core curriculum also conveys skills in applied research, statistical programming, research project management, and statistical consulting. Elective modules and seminars train students in economic theory and provide further specialization in applied and theoretical econometrics. During their studies, students focus on a specific field of research according to their individual preferences and acquire specialist methodological knowledge, e.g. in financial econometrics or health economics. While core modules and most electives are taught in English, students have the opportunity to attend selected German-language courses. Career Prospects Graduates of the MSc in Econometrics are well qualified to be tomorrow's experts in the increasingly complex world of new data emerging in all areas of social sciences, economics, business, and finance. Students are particularly well prepared for a further career in econometrics, empirical economic research, and evidence-based policy consulting. Excellent graduates interested in pursuing an academic career are supported in developing analytical skills tailored to specific research questions. The program thus prepares optimally for a doctorate in econometrics or related disciplines. What makes the UA Ruhr stand out The University Alliance Ruhr is a joint venture of TUDO, RUB, and UDE. With more than 120.000 students and 1.300 professors, it is Germany’s largest academic hub. Among others, the UA Ruhr initiates cooperation in research, teaching, and administration. Both the education of economists and economic research benefit from these joint activities, in particular through the RWI – Leibniz Institute for Economic Research and the RGS – Ruhr Graduate School in Economics, which offers a fast-track Ph.D. program in economics. The Ruhr area has everything to make the most of a student’s life: affordable accommodation, jobs, and a wide range of cultural, sporting, and leisure activities. Furthermore, both national and international students (including non-EU students) study at the UA Ruhr Universities for free, as there are no tuition fees. The semester fee is only about 350€ and allows free use of public transportation in all of North Rhine-Westphalia. Requirements and Application The program is aimed at quantitatively oriented students with a strong interest in acquiring the necessary theoretical foundations for a career in econometric research. A BSc in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or related disciplines is required. Since Econometrics is a quantitative program, especially the core modules are demanding in terms of mathematical rigor. Accordingly, evidence of proficiency and interest in mathematics/statistics is required. We offer pre-courses before the start of the lecture period, which students with a weaker background in mathematics are strongly encouraged to attend. Please see the department's website for detailed information on admission requirements and the application process. Note that the application must include an essay on the academic background (of at most two pages) in view of the pursued master's program in Econometrics. The application phase for summer 2026 starts on November 15, 2025. The deadline for applicants with a last relevant educational qualification from countries outside the European Union is January 15, 2026. Students with a relevant degree obtained in EU/EAA countries may apply until April 10, 2026. Not only are there opportunities for this cohort (summer 2026, see above) but also for winter 2026. The application period for non-EU/EAA students is: January 15, 2026 - Mai 15, 2026 EU/EEA students can apply until October 9, 2026. If you have any further questions please consult the FAQ section on our homepage first. Feel free to contact our coordinators if our FAQs do not meet your questions.
The Master of Science in Econometrics is a two-year English-language master’s program of TU Dortmund University (TUDO), Ruhr University of Bochum (RUB), and the University of Duisburg-Essen (UDE).
Bachelor Degree Course - Internet of things, Big Data, Machine Learning
The course focuses on the technologies, tools and methodologies that characterize the fields of internet of things, Big Data, Machine Learning but it is organized in such a way as to give a solid theoretical basis of mathematics, statistics and of course computer science. More specifically, the course prepares the graduate for the labour market, but also for the continuation of studies with a master's degree. In order to let the student apply the concepts learned in class, the course is characterized by the presence of laboratory activities and provides internship opportunities at companies as an integral part of the educational process, thus facilitating the transfer of skills from the university setting to a work setting. Graduates in Internet of Things, Big Data & Machine Learnings will be enrolled in private and public companies, research labs, public administrations, dealing with automatic analysis of Data and consequent automatic reactions to the impact of data, companies that produce/program IOT devices, companies that rely with automatic production lines, companies that act as web consultant, and in general in any company using information systems and/or that manage web systems in-house. They will also be able to access higher levels of study in the Computer Science area. The course prepares for the roles of AI specialist; AI Expert, Social media analyst, Data Analyst, as well asdesigner/programmer of prototypes and applications for IOT, web designer and developer, web manager.
The course provides the knowledge and skills needed to operate in the fields of internet of things, of the analysis of "Big Data" possibly using Machine Learning techniques. The knowledge gained during the course will allow the graduate to work in the so-called industry 4.0 in contexts of data acquisition, possibly with IOT devices, and of analysis and use of such data.
Laurea Magistrale in Economics The Laurea Magistrale in Economics, held entirely in English, provides an advanced level of education in economics. The course structure and level of study of the LM correspond to what is offered in the international academic arena as part of an MSc in Economics course. The command of knowledge, tools, and techniques of analysis acquired in this programme allows both the continuation of studies to start a career as an economist, and employment as an economic analyst or with functions of responsibility in companies, banks and public and private institutions, and international organizations. The LM draws on the disciplinary skills available in the Department of Economia Politica e Statistica, with its long tradition of research and teaching at the graduate level (the Department has been running a renowned doctoral program in Economics for decades). MIUR degree class: LM-56 Duration in years: 2 Credits: 120 Language: English Double degree curriculum: Philipps-Universität Marburg (Germany), University of Ljubljana (Slovenia) Department of Economics and Statistics Address: piazza San Francesco, 7-8, 53100 Siena - Italy Email: studenti.sanfrancesco@unisi.it PEC: rettore@pec.unisipec.it
The Laurea Magistrale in Economics provides an advanced level of education in economics held entirely in English.
Programme Overview The two-year MSc in Finance of the University of Siena is designed for students seeking advanced training in financial analysis within a highly interactive and academically rigorous environment. The programme combines a strong foundation in economics and finance with advanced quantitative methods, preparing graduates for successful careers in the finance industry or for further academic study. Curriculum Highlights The curriculum integrates theoretical foundations with practical applications, with particular emphasis on: Corporate Finance Financial Engineering and Risk Management Quantitative Asset Management Macroeconomic Analysis Quantitative Trading Financial Regulation Students develop strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills that are highly valued in competitive financial environments. Career Opportunities Graduates typically pursue careers in: Investment banking Private equity Asset management Financial consulting Risk management Corporate finance departments The MSc in Finance also provides an excellent foundation for doctoral studies (PhD) at leading universities worldwide. For detailed information, please consult the programme website https://finance.unisi.it/en Application Process Detailed information regarding eligibility criteria, required documents, application procedures, tuition fees, and deadlines is available on the programme website and here https://apply.unisi.it/courses/course/40-m-finance.
A two-year MSc in Finance for students seeking advanced training in financial analysis
Claudia Goldin Awarded Talcott Parsons Prize by American Academy of Arts and Sciences
Cambridge, MA—February 25, 2026—The American Academy of Arts and Sciences has announced that Claudia Goldin, a distinguished economic historian and labor economist, will be honored with the Talcott Parsons Prize. Goldin is currently the Samuel W. Morris University Professor and the Henry Lee Professor of Economics at Harvard University. Goldin has made significant contributions to understanding the role of women in both the U.S. economy and globally, with her research covering vital topics such as educational opportunities, gender-pay inequality, immigration, and technological change. Her acclaimed works include Understanding the Gender Gap: An Economic History of American Women (1990) and Career & Family: Women's Century-Long Journey Toward Equity (2021). In 2023, Goldin was awarded the Nobel Prize in Economics, recognizing her groundbreaking research. She has been a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences since 1992 and in 1990 was the first woman to achieve tenure in Harvard's economics department. “To truly understand the American economy, one must recognize Claudia Goldin’s essential work,” stated Laurie L. Patton, President of the Academy. Goldin’s analysis has profoundly influenced discussions on the implications of opportunities for women within the economy. Goldin will receive her award at a special event on April 16, 2026, alongside the American Philosophical Society and Phi Beta Kappa. The ceremony will celebrate the connections between America's founding and the pursuit of knowledge. Image Credits: inomics.com
Prominent economist Claudia Goldin is set to receive the prestigious Talcott Parsons Prize for her groundbreaking work in economic history, particularly related to women's roles in the economy.
University assistant without PhD (m/f/d)
Your Responsibilities Writing a dissertation at the University of Graz in the area of Microeconomic Theory (Game Theory, Mechanism Design, Decision Theory) – supervised by Prof. Kuzmics Participation in research projects of the institute in the field of Microeconomic Theory Independent teaching of courses and participation in teaching and examination tasks in the field of economics, especially microeconomics Supervision of students Participation in organizational and administrative tasks as well as in evaluation measures Open to cooperation with researchers outside the Department of Economics (also internationally) (desirable) Your Profile Completed diploma or master’s degree in economics, mathematics, mathematical economics or another programme related to the field of research Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English Very good mathematical skills (highly desirable) Scientific curiosity and interest in working on current research questions Independent working style and high level of initiative Strong teamwork and organizational skills Application Documents The following documents are required for a complete application: Letter of motivation and academic CV Complete proof of completion of the degree program required in the call for applications Proof of English proficiency; click here for a list of accepted language certificates. Any letters of recommendation should be sent directly by the author to Prof. Christoph Kuzmics at christoph.kuzmics@uni-graz.at. We Offer Meaning: We offer meaningful work for the world of tomorrow. Collaboration: With us, you'll find interdisciplinary, cross-professional opportunities to work together. Benefits: Of course, there are all the usual benefits, from A "access to healthcare services" to Z "Zero emission goal". Diversity: Besides our various scientific fields and their related issues, we offer a working environment in which diversity and inclusion are lived. Flexibility: We demonstrate flexibility not only with the various working time models but also through the offers for the compatibility of family and career. About us At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers take on the major challenges of society and share their knowledge. We work for tomorrow. Be part of it! Contact Publications of previous doctoral students can be found at this link. You can find Prof. Christoph Kuzmics’ research at this link. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact Christoph Kuzmics at christoph.kuzmics@uni-graz.at. The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position. Please note that in order to comply with the applicable data protection regulations, we can only accept applications via our web-based applicant tool for this vacant position. We work for tomorrow. Join us!
The University of Graz is seeking an university assistant to work in the area of Microeconomic Theory. This position involves writing a dissertation, participating in research projects, and independent teaching. Application deadline: 24.04.2026 Salary Category: B1 without PhD Salary per Year (Full Time): € 52,865.40 Employment Start: September 2026 Hours per week: 30 h/w Duration of Contract: Temporary employment, 4 years
University of Graz, Department of Economics
Institution: Alamo Colleges Location: San Antonio, TX Type: Adjunct/Part-Time Category: Economics To receive consideration for employment, you must upload transcript(s) and a Resume/CV. Posting closes on: 24-08-2026 at 6:00pm CST The date after which applications are not guaranteed review is 24-08-2026 at 6:00pm CST. This position is part-time and temporary. Employment type: TN Hours per Week: Varies Hourly or Salaried: Salary Entry Pay: Depends on education level Funding source: Hard Money Benefits Eligible: No Location: Economics 1819 N Main Ave. San Antonio, Texas, 78212 United States Requisition #: req13546 Outside working hours if other than M-F 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.: The position may include the following assignments: Evenings, Weekend, Flex I, Flex II, Online, Remote, Face-to-Face, Dual Credit, Off-Campus and Hybrid. May require work on campus or off campus. Job Summary and Description Teaching faculty are professional educators who have the primary responsibility of fulfilling the District mission of providing a quality education for all students attending the colleges. Categories include full-time, temporary with benefits, and temporary without benefits. Full-time faculty members are classified according to the ranks of Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor. Faculty members are responsible to a department/program chairperson. The relationship of the faculty member to the student is one of leader, teacher, advisor, and facilitator of learning. Faculty members will uphold the mission and values of the colleges' and foster effective working relationships with students and colleagues. Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience: Master's degree in the teaching discipline or a Master's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline. EEO Statement Related Searches: Economics
Part-time position at Alamo Colleges in San Antonio, TX for Adjunct Faculty in Economics.
Charles Manski Receives Frontiers of Knowledge Award in Economics, Finance and Management
The award committee described Manski as a foundational figure in developing methods that revolutionize how economists analyze data and assess public policies under conditions of uncertainty. His five-decade-long career has notably influenced diverse fields such as education, health policy, and labor markets, advocating for credible and transparent inference from economic data. About the Frontiers of Knowledge Award The BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards, established in 2008, are funded with 400,000 euros in each of eight categories The awards recognize and reward contributions of singular impact in basic sciences. The categories are biomedicine, environmental sciences and climate change, social sciences, economics, the humanities and music. A total of 34 Frontiers of Knowledge laureates have gone on to win the Nobel Prize. In particular, fourteen Frontiers of Knowledge Award winners in the Economics, Finance and Management category were subsequently recognized by the Swedish Academy. They are: Lars Peter Hansen (2013), Jean Tirole (2014), Angus Deaton (2015), William Nordhaus (2018), Abhijit Banerjee and Esther Duflo (2019), Paul Milgrom and Robert Wilson (2020), David Card (2021), Ben Bernanke (2022), Claudia Goldin (2023), Daron Acemoglu (2024) and Philippe Aghion and Peter Howitt (2025). The BBVA Foundation is partnered in the awards by the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), the country’s premier public research organization. Charles Manski: A leader in the field of Uncertainty in Economics Charles Manski is a seasoned economist, having gained his undergraduate degree and PhD at MIT. He has worked in the US and Israel as an economics professor, and has been at Northwestern since 1997. He was department chair there from 2007-2010. He has also advised the US government and has served terms on the editorial boards of Journal of Human Resources and the Annual Review of Economics. Manski’s research extends into various domains, including quantifying the expectations of economic agents. He emphasizes the importance of understanding uncertainty in decision-making, highlighting how predictions can be fragile if based on erroneous assumptions. His work encourages economists to present a range of possible outcomes rather than definitive answers to address the complexities of public policy situations. His methodologies have found practical applications in education and healthcare, notably advocating for more cautious extrapolation of clinical trial results to broader populations. He aims to incorporate uncertainty measurement into healthcare decisions through tools and applications designed for ease of use, even for those without advanced mathematical knowledge. Charles Manski has been lauded for his critical contributions towards developing a framework that emphasizes the reality of uncertainty in economic analysis, offering a more nuanced understanding of economic behavior and policy effectiveness. At the age of 77, Manski combines a busy teaching schedule with his continuing efforts to refine measurement of uncertainty, with the aim of optimizing decision-making based on the best possible evidence, even among non-econometricians. In his own words: “I’m currently working on a practical project to turn all these ideas into a web application that even someone without mathematical knowledge can use to optimize decision-making in healthcare or any other field.” The wide impact of Manski's work, combined with the precedent of so many Frontiers of Knowledge Award winners going on to become Nobel laureates in economics, positions Prof. Manski as a leading candidate for the Swedish Academy in the near future. You can read an article about the Charles Manski's research focus here, or the full press release, which includes a detailed discussion and comments on his research and impact, here. Image Credits: Copyright ©BBVA Foundation (granted for use on INOMICS, by kind permission of BBVA Foundation)
The BBVA Foundation has announced Charles Manski, a professor at Northwestern University, as winner of the 18th edition of the Frontiers of Knowledge Award in the Economics, Finance and Management category, for his groundbreaking work in measuring uncertainty in economic research, impacting public policy analysis.
The MSc Economic Research is part of the PhD Programme in Economics offered by the Cologne Graduate School of the Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences (WiSo-Faculty) at the University of Cologne, Germany. What we offer: advanced PhD-level core courses, preparing our students for research in all areas of economics and econometrics, specialization tracks, tailored to benefit from our faculty's research expertise, especially but not exclusively in the fields of behavioral economics and applied micro economics, opportunities to venture into related disciplines (management, sociology, political science) and do exciting cross-disciplinary research, a study-abroad option at selected partner universities, dedicated facilities for the small group of 15 entering students per year, scholarships for outstanding candidates, student research and teaching assistant positions, exciting research opportunities for your thesis, in a well-connected and internationally renowned research environment. guidance and advice by your thesis supervisor and the programme's academic directors, the option to conduct fully-funded PhD studies in our department after successful graduation. Our Department of Economics and Department of Econometrics and Statistics are part of Germany's only DFG-funded cluster of excellence in economics, ECONtribute: Markets & Public Policy. house the prominent Center for Social and Economic Behavior (C-SEB) as well as several ERC grants. have more 30 senior faculty in economics, with many more junior and doctoral researchers in their teams additional faculty and researchers in related areas of management, political science and sociology, in one of Germany's largest higher education institutions, a superb research infrastructure, with numerous seminar series, associated research institutes, workshops, and conferences. What we expect from you: excellent analytical and quantitative abilities, as documented by your academic credentials and ideally a GRE creativity, critical thinking and a drive to conduct frontier research perseverance and dedication to succeed in a demanding programme
Are you as excited as we are about conducting high-quality research to answer pressing societal questions? Do you want to learn state-of-the art methods and theories and apply them to data in your own research, interacting in a supportive and lively research environment? Then take the next step in your academic carreer: We invite outstanding candidates with a dedicated interest in conducting academic research in economics to apply for our two-year, on-site flagship Master's programme. The MSc Economic Research is a gateway to PhD studies in economics at the University of Cologne and at other top institutions worldwide. Its rigorous and comprehensive training in economics and econometrics also prepares for top-level positions in institutions and the private sector. There are no tuition or application fees. Apply with at least /are close to finishing a Bachelor's degree in economics or related disciplines (including mathematics, data science; details apply). The application deadline is March 31st for programme start in October.
Center for Business and Productivity Dynamics – CompNet, the Halle Institute for Economic Research, and the European Commission (DG Economic and Financial Affairs) are pleased to announce the 15th Annual IWH-CompNet Conference, to be held at the European Commission in Brussels on October 22–23, 2026. The conference will focus on productivity enhancement in Europe and the role of industrial policy, competition, and market structure in shaping long-term growth and economic resilience. Productivity growth in Europe remains subdued, yet it is essential for sustaining living standards, supporting the green and digital transitions, and strengthening resilience in an increasingly fragmented global economy. The challenge of boosting productivity growth features prominently in high-level policy reflections, including the Letta Report on the future of the Single Market and the Draghi Report on European competitiveness, as well as in the European Commission’s policy agenda. A central theme of the conference is how Europe can reconcile potentially competing policy goals. Industrial policies aimed at fostering scale, innovation, and strategic autonomy may support productivity growth, but they can also raise concerns regarding market concentration, reduced competitive pressure, and consumer welfare. Conversely, competition policies that prioritise consumer choice may limit the emergence of firms with sufficient scale to innovate and compete globally. The conference will provide a forum for policy-relevant academic research that offers micro-based evidence to assess trade-offs, complementarities, and design choices. The conference welcomes theoretical and empirical contributions, particularly papers using firm-level, micro-aggregated, or harmonised cross-country data, including IWH-CompNet data and national microdata infrastructures. In line with the IWH-CompNet tradition, the aim is to foster a structured dialogue between academic research and policymaking by highlighting evidence-based insights into productivity, reallocation, innovation, and firm dynamics. The programme will combine academic paper sessions with policy discussions involving researchers and policymakers from European institutions and national authorities. Topics of Interest (not limited to) Productivity growth, dispersion, and convergence across firms, sectors, and countries Industrial policy and productivity: design, effectiveness, and distributional effects Market structure, firm concentration, markups, intangibles, and competition dynamics Innovation, scale, and the role of large firms versus SMEs Productivity diffusion, technology adoption, and barriers to firm growth Reallocation dynamics, entry and exit, and resource misallocation Strategic autonomy, dependencies, geopolitical fragmentation, defence spending, and productivity in open economies Global value chains, reshoring, and firm performance Green and digital transitions, including AI, and their implications for productivity Intangible capital, knowledge spillovers, and human capital accumulation Organisers: Center for Business and Productivity Dynamics – CompNet, Halle Institute for Economic Research, European Commission (DG ECFIN) Location: European Commission, Brussels Call for papers deadline: May 30, 2026 Decisions notified by: July 3, 2026 Keynote Speaker: Kalina Manova (University College London) Scientific Committee: Filippo di Mauro (IWH-CompNet), Javier Miranda (IWH-CompNet), Eric Bartelsman (Vrije Universiteit), Alessandro Turrini (DG ECFIN), Luis Garcia Lombardero (DG ECFIN), Rolf Strauch (ESM, CEPR, RPN) Kindly submit your paper via this form. For organisational questions, please contact cbpd-assistance@iwh-halle.de Only authors of accepted papers will be contacted.
The 15th Annual IWH-CompNet Conference will take place on October 22-23, 2026 in Brussels, Belgium, focusing on how Europe can reconcile potentially competing policy goals.
European Commission, Directorate-General for Economic and Financial Affairs (DG ECFIN)
PhD in Economics 2026/2027 - Five fully funded 4-year scholarships available
The PhD in Economics is a 4-year programme designed for highly qualified and motivated students who wish to acquire the research and analytical skills of the international scientific community in Economics. The Programme is offered in close cooperation with UniCA-University of Cote d’Azur (Nice, France). Students attend one year and a half of intensive course work, part of which (2-3 months) is hosted at the UniCA. After the training period, students will proceed to supervised research work, yielding an original dissertation to be discussed in a final, public examination. It is expected that students produce articles publishable in international journals. PhD students are exposed to the vivid research environment and participate to various ongoing research activities of the Institute of Economics at Scuola Sant’Anna (seminars, conferences, research projects). The Programme is also part of a large international network of institutions and scholars, supporting exchanges of research students and faculty. Areas of study and research facilities The training covers traditional domains of economic analysis (micro, macro, econometrics) but also offers the unique opportunity to study and get involved in research fields often neglected in standard PhD Courses. In line with the core research interests and expertise of the Institute of Economics at Sant’Anna and associate institutions, Advanced and Field topics encompass: evolutionary perspectives on economic change, firm-industry dynamics, economics of innovation, agent-based computational economics, economic networks and complexity, economic history and history of economic thought, and a broad range of quantitative tools for the analysis of economic dynamics and causal inference. PhD students have access to research facilities (software, hardware, data) available via the Scuola library, the Institute of Economics, and the computational infrastructure of the Department of Excellence L'EMBEDS. Job Opportunities The Programme is primarily intended for students willing to pursue an academic career but also provides professional research skills to work in public and private research institutions. Former PhD candidates now work as postdoctoral research fellows, assistant professors, etc., in well-reputed Italian and international universities (e.g., Paris-Sorbonne, Utrecht University, University of York, New School New York, Cornell University, University of Bielefeld, Sciences Po, University of Strasbourg), research institutions (e.g., UN-ECLAC, ECB, Bank of Italy, STATEC-Luxembourg, OECD-Paris, JRC-Seville, Italian Ministry of Economic and Finance), and in the private sector (e.g., UBS). Contacts Prof. Alessio Moneta (Coordinator) Email: alessio.moneta@santannapisa.it Phone: +39.050.8826.60 Information: info-phdeconomics@santannapisa.it
The Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies has launched the call for applications for its Ph.D. in Economics (2026/2027 academic year). Five fully funded 4-year scholarships are available. Application deadline: April 15, 2026, at 12:00 pm (CEST)