20 July 2023
Microsimulation and Social Welfare Maximization
The workshop aims at offering young researchers (MSc, PhD) or more advanced scientists yet beginners in static modelling a rare and extensive introduction to the development of static microsimulation models and welfare analysis. The whole process, from research questions to the analysis of outcomes, will be examined with a focus on both practice and theory.
After an overview of basic concepts, participants in this 3–day workshop will start working on simple static models, simplified simulations and will be provide a link to welfare analysis. Finally, participants will have the opportunity to briefly discuss their own developments and plans.
Although not the main emphasis of the workshop, the demonstrations and exercises will be based on the free toolbox EUROMOD, a well–established development and simulation platform for static microsimulation modelling. There is no need for prior knowledge of EUROMOD, which will be introduced from zero during the workshop.
Course leader
The summer school will be run by Prof. Ugo Colombino (University of Turin)
Target group
early– stage researchers, policy makers and PhD students.
Course aim
The workshop aims at offering young researchers (MSc, PhD) or more advanced scientists yet beginners in static modelling a rare and extensive introduction to the development of static microsimulation models and welfare analysis. The whole process, from research questions to the analysis of outcomes, will be examined with a focus on both practice and theory.
Fee info
EUR 0: Candidates to this event are expected to fill in the form on the FRIBIS website, which includes a short note of motivation describing to what extent they would benefit from the Summer School and their research background and interest, before April 23rd 2023. Participation is free of charge.