Economic Analysis of Politics and Law 2400-PLSM031A
The seminar starts with introductory classes devoted to the presentation of the methodology of economic research and the rules for preparing and submitting master theses. Later during the course students receive guidance in selecting a topic for the thesis, determining its structure, gathering literature and preparing an empirical study (if the thesis includes one). Students present their reseach and its results during the seminar. Discussions and further guidance follow.
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Learning outcomes
Seminar participants will broaden their knowledge of Economics with an economic analysis of the political decision-making process and economic analysis of law and may acquire skills of conducting such analyses themselves. If so requested by the students, to a limited extent the seminar may also encompass topics at the intersection of Economics and other (in particular social) sciences, demonstrating in how many domains of human life economic analysis is highly useful (and how to apply it).
In terms of practical skills students will learn how to prepare scientific papers, conduct economic research and present its results. Further they will train their skills within this field preparing their own master thesis. The outcome of discussion conducted during the seminar will be acquiring skills regarding the formulation and exchange of views and thoughts.
KW01, KW02, KW03, KU01, KU02, KU03, KK01, KK02, KK03
Assessment criteria
Assessment in the 4th year is based on preparing a preliminary outline of the master thesis and its presentation during the seminar (in the 2nd semester).
Assessment in the 5th year is based on progress in preparing the master thesis and its content. It is required to present progress in preparing the thesis during the seminar both in the 1st and 2nd semester.
Bibliography
Reading will be tailored to students' interests.
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