Mestrado Bolonha em Innovation and Research for Sustainability

This course has as its primary objective the training of students to carry out research work autonomously preparing them for the completion of the Masters’ project. This course aims to present and discuss most common issues that arise when one does empirical analysis in economics and social sciences. It is focused on the presentation and discussion of solutions, identifying the most suitable technique to address different types of research questions. Main statistical methods are presented and students are introduced to the theory and practice of sampling, and to the use of enquiries in empirical analysis. An applied problem solving approach is adopted with exposition sessions followed by hands-on sessions to illustrate the use of the methods taught.