July 7 - July 18, 2014 Bielefeld University Room: V2.210 The Summer School aims to introduce doctoral students to the latest developments in decision theory, economics, and mathematical finance with a special focus on Knightian or model uncertainty. Model uncertainty is of eminent importance when one applies mathematical models to economic environments as the financial crisis starting in 2008-09 has made clear. The robustness of decisions plays an important part in sound risk management of banks and other financial institutions. The summer school develops the required mathematical and economic tools to deal with these issues properly. Organizers: Frank Riedel, Claudia Köhler |
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The number of participants is limited to 50. You can apply for participation by submitting the application form and via this form a CV.
Application deadline: 30 April, 2014
The participation fee is 100 EUR (accommodation not included). After being accepted you will be asked to transfer the fee to the summer school's bank account.
Financial support (a lump-sum for travel and accommodation) is available for young researchers from the partner institutions of the Network "From Extreme Matter to Financial markets". For further information please contact us. You can apply for this support within the application form.
On Monday, July 7, at 5 p.m. the welcome reception and registration will take place outdoors between the parts V and W of the university building. There will be a warm buffet. All participants are cordially invited to attend this event.
To encourage collaborations and discussions, the Summer School will organize several social events and excursions:
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