I served as a teaching assistant to Prof. Dr. Michael Kvasnicka at Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, where I conducted classes for both bachelor's and master's students and supervised their theses. In recognition of my contributions, I was honored with the Teaching Prize by the Faculty of Economics and Management at Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg during the summer term of 2018.
(English, graduate level)
This course explores the concept of causality and its critical role in evaluating public policies. Through a combination of theoretical frameworks and practical applications, students gain a comprehensive understanding of causal inference techniques. The classes include hands-on empirical exercises conducted using STATA, equipping participants with the skills to implement these methods in empirical analyses. Key topics include randomized controlled trials (RCTs), selection on observables, fixed effects models, difference-in-differences methods, synthetic control methods, instrumental variables, and regression discontinuity designs.
(English, undergraduate level)
This course is divided into two parts, each spanning one semester. The course is designed to provide students with an intuitive understanding of the fundamental principles of econometric analysis. Practical applications in classes are emphasized through hands-on empirical exercises using STATA. Part I focuses on the foundational concepts of econometrics, including the simple regression model and multiple regression analysis. Topics covered include estimation, inference, OLS asymptotics, data scaling, functional form, and goodness-of-fit. Part II builds on these foundations by introducing more advanced topics, such as binary variables, heteroskedasticity, basic regression analysis with time-series data, simple panel data methods, and instrumental variables estimation.
(English, graduate level)
This course examines the theoretical and empirical aspects of family formation, operation (including fertility), and dissolution. The course provides an in-depth exploration of key topics such as the fundamental facts about marriage and family, fertility, the gains from marriage, the marriage market and matching processes, and divorce and its consequences. To support students in mastering the theoretical models covered in the course, the tutorial classes provide additional guidance and practical exercises, enabling students to deepen their understanding of complex concepts and apply them effectively in analyses.
(English / German, undergraduate level)
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to key concepts in macroeconomics. Topics covered include the goods market, financial markets, the IS-LM model, the labor market, the AS-AD model, and the Phillips curve. The course also discusses the stylized facts of economic growth. Additionally, it examines saving, capital accumulation, technological progress, and their roles in driving long-term economic growth. The classes provide a platform for students to engage in guided problem-solving, clarify challenging concepts, and apply theoretical models to practical scenarios, enhancing their overall understanding of macroeconomic principles.
(English, graduate level)
This course explores key topics in macroeconomics with a focus on both theory and empirical evidence. The course examines empirical patterns of long-run economic growth, growth theories incorporating exogenous and endogenous technical progress, and the determinants of long-run unemployment. Additionally, it covers the interplay between aggregate demand and supply and evaluates the role and effectiveness of stabilization policies in influencing macroeconomic outcomes. Tutorial classes are designed to reinforce understanding and help students develop analytical skills.