Dr. Taisuke Otsu

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Biography

Taisuke Otsu is a Professor of Econometrics at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). He specializes in Empirical Likelihood, Nonparametric and Semiparametric Methods, and Microeconometrics. Otsu holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and is involved in various research centers, including the STICERD Econometrics Programme. His teaching includes courses like Introduction to Econometrics, Pre-sessional Course for MSc EME, Econometric Analysis, and Advanced Econometrics. He is also engaged in supervising research students and actively contributes to the academic community through his publications and ongoing research initiatives.

Research Interests

Empirical Likelihood Nonparametric Methods Semiparametric Methods Microeconometrics

Courses

Introduction to Econometrics Pre-sessional Course for MSc EME Econometric Analysis Topics in Advanced Econometrics

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
Application Checklist
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