Introduction to Experimental Economics

About

Corvinus Summer University at the Corvinus University of Budapest is a two-week academic programme taking place from 6 to 19 July 2026, focused on exploring key topics in social sciences, business, and economics.
Participants can choose from a diverse range of engaging courses — each worth 6 ECTS — and learn from international experts in their fields.
The programme welcomes bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD students as well as recent graduates eager for an immersive summer learning experience.
Located in vibrant Budapest, the Summer University combines academic study with cultural and social activities for a transformative educational experience

Course leader

Hubert János Kiss

Target group

The target group of this course includes students and early-career researchers interested in economics, behavioral science, and data-driven analysis. It is especially suitable for those who want hands-on experience with experimental methods to better understand decision-making, market behavior, and economic theory in practice. The course also appeals to participants aiming to apply experimental insights to real-world markets, policy analysis, or further academic research

Course aim

Don’t just learn economics – experiment with it.

Dive into the lab side of economics in this hands-on summer course on experimental economics. Through in-class experiments, you’ll experience how economists study decision-making, bargaining, cooperation, and market behavior, then immediately analyze the data and compare it to standard and behavioral theories. By the end of the week, you’ll know how to design simple experiments, interpret their results, and see how they can inform real-world markets and policy debates

Fee info

Corvinus Summer University offers flexible tuition packages at the Corvinus University of Budapest. The Standard package without accommodation is available at an early bird rate of 500 EUR until 15 February, while the standard fee after 15 February is 600 EUR. For participants seeking accommodation, the Premium package includes 5 nights for 825 EUR, 6 nights for 870 EUR, or 7 nights for 915 EUR. Corvinus Alumni are entitled to a 30% discount when applying through DreamApply.