This course focuses on the empirical analysis of government interventions. The course consists of two blocks. The first block introduces empirical tools of policy analysis: experimental and quasi-experimental designs. The concepts of causality and endogeneity are explained. The second block discusses recent empirical findings in major areas of economic policy: taxes, transfers, labor market policies, health insurance, pension systems, and education.

In addition to a thorough understanding of current issues in economic policy, students will:

• Improve their presentation skills
• Learn to critically read academic publications in public economics and engage in policy analysis
• Use scientific evidence to support arguments

This is a course with immanent examination character (PI), attendance is mandatory. Students may have a maximum of 2 absences.

Teaching methods include lecturing, interactive tasks and discussion in class, and group presentations.

Grading scale:
100%- 90% = Excellent
 89% - 80% = Good
 79% - 65% = Satisfactory
 64% - 51% = Sufficient
   50% - 0% = Inadequate

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