Dr. Siem Koopman

Professor

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Biography

Siem Jan Koopman is a Full Professor and Research Fellow at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, with a distinguished background in econometrics. He specializes in time series econometrics and financial econometrics, focusing on forecasting and simulation-based estimation techniques. His current research explores score-driven time-varying parameter models and state space and dynamic factor models. Koopman has authored several significant publications and serves on the editorial boards of leading journals, including the Journal of Business & Economic Statistics and the Journal of Applied Econometrics. He actively contributes to academic development as a software developer for OxMetrics, STAMP, and SsfPack, enhancing tools for econometric analysis. As a lecturer, he teaches courses such as Time Series Econometrics and Advanced Econometrics III. His professional journey includes honorary positions at various esteemed institutions, extensive editorial responsibilities, and substantial contributions to research in econometrics.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1992-03-30 — Present

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam • Amsterdam

Full Professor in the Department of Econometrics, engaged in teaching and research.

Directeur

2002-03-01 — Present

SsfPack Consulting B.V. • Amsterdam

Managing the consulting firm focused on econometric methodologies.

Awards

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Labex Louis Bachelier grant

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National Bank Poland Research Grant

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VILLUM Visiting Professor Programme Grant

Courses

Time Series Econometrics Advanced Econometrics III

Requirements for Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field 12 ECTS in Research Methods/Statistics 12 ECTS in Clinical Diagnosis/Assessment
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Official Transcripts
  • Motivation Letter
  • Proof of English Proficiency
Specialization Notes

Administered under the Department of Clinical Psychology for Master's in Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology.