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Microeconometrics

Causal Inference for Economics and Policy Making

Master causal inference to enhance policy-making with data-driven, evidence-based decisions.

20h (10 days)

€775 - €1,325

Online

English

Program date: February 3 - 14, 2025

Early bird deadline: January 7, 2025

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Causal Inference for Economics and Policy Making

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Microeconometrics

Causal Inference for Economics and Policy Making

This comprehensive course delves into essential topics including potential outcomes, social experiments, matching, instrumental variables, regression discontinuity, and difference in differences. Participants gain vital tools to accurately discern cause-and-effect relationships, empowering them to make informed decisions in policy-making, research, and strategic planning.

Teaching Faculty

Discover what makes this a truly unique learning opportunity

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Learn from Expert Faculty: BSE has a strong reputation for training people who go on to have jobs in policy-making positions.

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Discover Essential Causal Analysis Tools: gain expertise and invaluable skills to set yourself apart in a competitive job market.

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Focus on Policy and Economics: tailored to those in public policy, economics, and social sciences needing robust evidence-based methods.

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A Blend of Theory and Practice: emphasis on applying theory to real-world data for informed decision-making.

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Interactive Online Format: flexible schedule, ideal for professionals.

Enhance your decision-making skills with advanced causal inference techniques for data-driven policymaking.

This course is specifically aimed at:

Economists seeking to enhance skills in evaluating policy and intervention impacts over time.
Public policy analysts in health, education, and labor sectors gain tools for assessing policy effectiveness.
Social scientists in sociology and political science gain tools to study causal relationships and policy impacts.
Students in economics, public policy, and sociology to deepen their understanding of causal inference.
Statisticians and data scientists will gain advanced techniques for designing and analyzing longitudinal studies.
Program evaluators in NGOs, government, and private firms will learn to assess intervention effectiveness accurately.
Private-sector business analysts gain skills to evaluate the impact of strategies, marketing campaigns, and operations over time.

Upon completion of the Causal Inference for Policy Making Executive Education course, participants will have:

Mastered the principles of causal inference.
Developed proficiency in applying various causal inference techniques.
Gained hands-on experience with data analysis software.
Improved the ability to critically evaluate empirical research.
Enhanced skills in presenting and interpreting causal findings.

Through a blend of theoretical instruction and practical exercises, participants will be well-equipped to apply these competencies in their respective fields.

Program Syllabus for Causal Inference for Policy Making

Below is a list of topics that will be covered in the next edition of Causal Inference Policy Making
course:

Course Outline

Potential Outcomes and Causality: Treatment Effects
Social Experiments (Randomized Controlled Trials and Natural Experiments)
Selection on Observables. Matching
Instrumental Variables
Regression Discontinuity
Difference-in-Differences

STATA License

Every participant will receive a time-limited personal free license of STATA several days before the start of the course. Participants should install the STATA software on their computers for use during the practical sessions.

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All BSE Executive Education courses are taught to the same high standard as our Master’s programs.

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Network with like-minded peers from around the world.

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Admissions

Considering taking part in a BSE Causal Inference for Policy Making Executive Education course? Check you meet the requirements below:

Course start date: February 3, 2025

Deadline to apply: January 30, 2025

Requirements

Candidates are assessed on an individual basis according to their professional or academic background.

Requirements for Causal Inference for Policy Making

Entry prerequisites for the course include a solid grasp of basic statistical concepts and methods.
Participants should be comfortable with basic stats techniques: hypothesis testing, linear regression, & probability.
Prior experience with statistical software like R, Stata, or Python is recommended for practical data analysis.
Additionally, familiarity with introductory econometrics will be beneficial, as the course will build on these concepts.

This ensures all participants start on equal footing and are ready to engage with the course’s complex causal inference topics.

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Instructors, topics, and schedules are subject to change.

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Sessions take place Mon – Fri over 10 days.

Certificate and Fees

Certificate

Participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance free of charge. Participants will not be graded or assessed during the course.

Fees

Fees for courses in other Executive Education programs may vary.

Multiple course discounts are available. Find out more information in our Fees and Discounts pdf.

Course

Causal Inference for Economics and Policy Making

Modality

Online

Total Hours

20

Regular Fee

1,325€

Reduced Fee*

775€

* Reduced Fee applies for PhD or Master’s students, Alumni of BSE Master’s programs, and participants who are unemployed.

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