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- Economics Terms A-Z
- Posted 10 months ago
Common Resources
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- Banche centrali
- Posted 10 months ago
Approfondimenti sulle carriere nelle banche centrali con Dr. Gómez-Pineda
Dr. Javier G. Gómez-Pineda, our interview guest for the 2023 INOMICS Handbook, graciously agreed to return for a second interview. This time, the INOMICS team prepared some career-related questions for the central banker. With his answers, Dr. Gómez-Pineda shares his wisdom about central banking and economist careers in general with you, our readers.
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- Tools of the Trade
- Posted 11 months ago
A gentle introduction to LaTeX for economists
Economists often run into situations where they need to type out mathematical formulae or draw up a graph, especially for research papers. But, anyone who’s attempted to do so knows that math symbols and complicated graphs are very difficult to produce using typical word processor options. So, what’s a humble econometrician to do?
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- Mid-Level Industry Job
- Posted 10 months ago
Quantity Surveyor
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- Economists Can Joke, Too
- Posted 11 months ago
Why So Serious? 10 Hilarious Economics Jokes to Lighten the Mood
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of economics? Do you need a break from the serious and often confusing world of resource distribution, scarcity, and production? Look no further! We have collected 10 hilarious economics jokes that are sure to bring a smile to your face. So sit back, relax, and get ready to laugh!
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- Economics Careers
- Posted 11 months ago
The Job Outlook for Economists in the US
Being (or becoming!) an economist probably seems like a good idea. After all, you’re reading the INOMICS Blog! Beyond reading relevant advice and interesting articles, it can be helpful to have real data to answer questions about the job market for economists.
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- A Win for Science
- Posted 11 months ago
Scientists rejoice: the UK rejoins the Horizon Europe programme
International cooperation is important for economic growth, because it allows societies to grow more than they could on their own. When countries specialize in the economic areas they are relatively more productive in (utilizing their comparative advantages) and trade with other nations, everyone is made better off.
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- Economist Profiles
- Posted 11 months ago
John Maynard Keynes
Students often learn about important figures in economics only briefly and in passing, yet the content taught in economics courses often comes from brilliant economists such as these.
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- Study Abroad
- Posted 1 year ago
How To Find The Right Exchange Program
Exchange programs allow students to study at a different institution as part of their degree. Typically, students will use this opportunity to study abroad at a foreign partner of their home institution, though exchange programs can sometimes take place in the same country. Regardless, these programs are a fantastic way for students to broaden their horizons, take specific courses at another institution, and study abroad without committing to living multiple years in another country.
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- Into the Economist's Mind
- Posted 1 year ago
The INOMICS Questionnaire: Fratzscher vs Wursten
Professor Marcel Fratzscher, esteemed macroeconomist and president of the DIW Berlin, once again asks questions about economics and life in general to a peer in the field. This time, he has the pleasure of being joined by postdoctoral researcher Dr. Jesse Wursten, who generously agreed to take the hot seat in this exchange. Thus, the back-and-forth has been dubbed Fratzscher vs. Wursten, as is tradition. What follows is a conversation that offers insight into some of the challenges of balancing family with an economics career, the usefulness of economists when it comes to analyzing policy externalities, and more.
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- Economics Terms A-Z
- Posted 11 months ago
Club Goods
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- Economics Terms A-Z
- Posted 1 year ago
Ultimatum Game
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- Cryptocurrency
- Posted 1 year ago
Assessing Cryptocurrency's Potential to Overthrow the U.S. Dollar's Dominance in the Financial System
For decades, the U.S. dollar has reigned supreme as the world's primary reserve currency. Its dominance can be attributed to several factors, including the size and stability of the U.S. economy, the political influence of the United States, and the widespread acceptance of the dollar in international trade and finance. The dollar's status as the de facto global currency has significant implications for the functioning of the global financial system.
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- AI and the Economy
- Posted 1 year ago
A primer on how popular AI models work and their current limitations
Artificial intelligence tools are becoming more and more ubiquitous with each passing week. The development of ChatGPT-3.5 in particular launched conversations about the capabilities of AI into the mainstream. Since then, news stories and speculation about AI supplanting (and sometimes replacing) human workers continue to be released. The economics of AI is, as a result, becoming an important topic in our field.
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- Graduate Admissions
- Posted 1 year ago
The GRE is changing: ETS to streamline the test in September 2023
The Graduate Record Examinations, more commonly known as the GRE, is one of the most important standardized tests in the world for admission to post-Baccalaureate programs. It’s very often required by universities when considering admission into their Master’s or even PhD programs.
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- Economic Geography
- Posted 1 year ago
The Challenges Faced by Small Island Economies
Islands bring to mind a particular vision of beaches, coconuts, and relaxation that’s hard to beat. Many people think of them as the ultimate vacation destination, and indeed tourism is important for many islands. Yet due to their unique geography, most islands in the world face a set of economic challenges that many mainland nations don’t experience.
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- Economist Profiles
- Posted 1 year ago
Frank P. Ramsey
Students often learn about important figures in economics only briefly and in passing, yet the content taught in economics courses often comes from brilliant economists such as these.
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- Curriculum Design
- Posted 1 year ago
How to incorporate macroeconomics in environmental economics courses
At the undergraduate level, environmental economics is typically taught as an applied microeconomics course. However, while topics like externalities and common property resources are great for emphasizing efficiency, they don’t always prepare students to consider environmental concerns as part of the broader economy. Incorporating macroeconomics into these courses can help students understand problems that deal with both scale and efficiency, such as how to reconcile economic growth with environmental quality.
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- Economics Terms A-Z
- Posted 1 year ago
Regression Analysis
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- Mixing Things Up
- Posted 1 year ago
10 Tips to Make Your Classes More Engaging for Students
Teaching is an honorable, but difficult, job to do. Economics instructors working in higher education must rapidly and thoroughly communicate complex concepts and theories within tight semester time frames, effectively enough that most students will learn the concepts and pass the course.
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- AI and the Economy
- Posted 1 year ago
AI supports the case to introduce a Universal Basic Income (UBI)
One of the key features of the global economy is that it tends to grow over time. In fact, that growth has become something of an expectation in the modern capitalist system, where the success of corporations is often judged by their growth, even over relatively short time horizons.
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- Study Choices
- Posted 1 year ago
Which Concentration Should You Choose For Your Master's Degree in Economics?
If you're planning to study economics at a Master's level, then you may have the opportunity to pursue a concentration, sometimes also referred to as a major. While rarer, some PhD programs may also offer concentrations, though many are already specialized degrees (or require you to have your own research agenda).
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- Conferenza
- Posted 1 year ago
Fourteenth International Conference on Food Studies
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- Study Abroad
- Posted 1 year ago
Studying in Germany: How to apply for a student visa
So you want to study abroad in Germany, the largest economy in Europe. It’s a great country filled with many high-quality, internationally competitive universities. Plus, lovers of pretzels and sausages will never find a better place to be. Of course, if you’re an international student, you’ll probably need to get a visa before you can go.
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- Working Abroad
- Posted 1 year ago
Working in Germany: How to apply for a work visa
So, you studied abroad, got your economics degree in Germany, and you’re ready to look for a job in the country. First of all, congratulations! You’re on your way to becoming a full-fledged economist.
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