Dr. Marcia Schafgans

Associate Professor

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Biography

Marcia Schafgans is an Associate Professor in Economics at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). She holds a PhD in Economics from Yale University. Her expertise lies in Theoretical and Applied Microeconometrics, with a focus on Semiparametric and Nonparametric Estimation Techniques, as well as Spatial Econometrics. At LSE, she teaches various courses related to Econometrics, including Introduction to Econometrics and Principles of Econometrics. She is also involved in the STICERD Econometrics Programme, contributing to research and student education in the field. Schafgans is recognized for her contributions to econometric methods and their application in economic research. Her research interests are reflected in her published works, which explore complex econometric models and their implications in real-world scenarios.

Research Interests

Requirements for London School of Economics and Political Science

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent in a relevant social science discipline
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