UM6P Rabat Campus

Organized by SCALES (FGSES–UM6P) Following ESA Africa 2026

Summer School on
Bayesian Methods for Experimental Economics June 18–21, 2026 (after ESA Africa 2026, June 15–17)

Bayesian methods play an increasingly important role in experimental economics by providing a coherent framework for modeling decision-making under uncertainty and behavioral heterogeneity. They are particularly well suited to the estimation of structural models of behavior and to the integration of decision-theoretic insights with experimental data. More broadly, Bayesian approaches support cumulative research and evidence-based policy evaluation through formal meta-analysis and the transparent use of prior information.

In 2026, UM6P will host the ESA Africa Conference from June 15 to 17 and will organize a summer school on “Bayesian Methods for Experimental Economics” immediately following the conference, from the morning of June 18 to noon on June 21.

Over three days of intensive courses taught by renowned experts, participants will study Bayesian models of decision-making and the empirical evidence on behavioral deviations. The program will cover Bayesian econometric methods for the structural estimation of decision models, as well as Bayesian approaches to the meta-analysis of experimental behavior. It will also address the incorporation of prior knowledge and effect sizes in applied economic analysis and policy evaluation.

The summer school is organised in partnership with Paris School of Economics and sponsored by the Economic Science Association.

FGSES UM6P ESA PSE
FGSES UM6P ESA PSE

About the Summer School

The Summer School “Bayesian Methods for Experimental Economics” will be held at UM6P Rabat from 18 June (morning) to 21 June 2026 (noon). It is scheduled immediately after ESA Africa 2026, making it possible for participants to attend both events in a single trip.

Modern Bayesian Toolkit

Hierarchical models, MCMC intuition, model comparison, and robust inference for experimental data.

Experimental Economics Focus

Applications to structural models, preference estimation, and behavioral designs.

Hands-on Sessions

Code-driven workshops using real datasets to bridge theory and applied research practice.

Research Exchange

Poster sessions and peer feedback to spark new inter-campus and international collaborations.

Speakers

The Summer School will be taught by an international team of scholars working at the intersection of Bayesian econometrics and experimental economics.

Thomas Epper

Thomas Epper

Experimental economics & decision theory

Studies risk and time preferences and develops Bayesian approaches to analyze choice data and behavioral models.

Taisuke Imai

Taisuke Imai

Behavioral & experimental economics

Uses Bayesian structural estimation to study beliefs, learning and decision-making in experimental settings.

Fabio Maccheroni

Fabio Maccheroni

Decision theory & Bayesian analysis

Works on foundations of decision-making under uncertainty and applications of Bayesian methods to economic modelling.

Rafe Meager

Rafe Meager

Applied micro & causal inference

Focuses on empirical methods for policy evaluation and the design of experiments in development and labor economics.

Organizing Committee

The Summer School is organized by SCALES (FGSES–UM6P), in collaboration with international academic partners.

Nicolas Jacquemet

Nicolas Jacquemet

Paris School of Economics (PSE)

Strengthens links with the PSE Summer School and contributes to the pedagogical design by helping structure complementary content that fosters inter-campus research networks.

Emmanuel Kemel

Emmanuel Kemel

CNRS, HEC Paris

Ensures pedagogical alignment across hands-on sessions and applied components, while overseeing the overall organisation of the programme.

Practical information

Venue, schedule overview, and key services to help you plan your stay.

Key dates

  • Summer School dates: 18 June (morning) – 21 June 2026 (noon)
  • Venue: UM6P Rabat Campus, Social Sciences, Economics & Humanities hub
  • Right after ESA Africa 2026: programme designed to be combined with ESA Africa 2026 in a single trip.

Application key dates

  • Applications open: December 18
  • Applications close: February 20
  • Notification of acceptances: 10 March
  • Registration deadline: 17 April

Daily structure

  • Morning: lectures on Bayesian methods for experimental economics
  • Afternoon: hands-on coding sessions with data and applied tools
  • Late sessions: research exchanges, poster discussions, methodological clinics

Fees & services

The participation fee covers tuition and key on-campus services during the Summer School.

  • Standard participation fee: 6000 MAD (1 USD = 10 MAD).
  • Discounted fee :
    PSE Summer School participants: 5000 MAD.
    • Participants affiliated with African institutions: 4000 MAD.
  • Accommodation: on-campus student residences at UM6P Rabat, subject to availability.
  • Meals: lunches and coffee breaks on teaching days are expected to be included in the fee.
  • Travel: participants are normally responsible for their own travel arrangements and costs.

Practical campus guide

For a visual overview of key teaching buildings, student services and residences, please visit the dedicated campus guide.

Practical Campus Guide

For details on the application process itself, see the How to Apply section below.

Location

The Summer School will be hosted on the UM6P Rabat campus, with easy access to teaching facilities, residences and student life.

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University — Rabat Campus
Rocade Rabat-Salé, Rabat 11103

Phone: +212 (6) 00 15 02 61
Email: summerschool.bmee@um6p.ma

How to Apply

Overview of the target audience, required documents and online application form.

Who should apply?

We welcome PhD students, post-doctoral researchers, early-career faculty and advanced Master’s students with a strong interest in Bayesian methods and experimental economics.

Typical application package

  • Short motivation statement explaining how the Summer School fits your research agenda.
  • Updated CV with academic background and publications (if any).
  • Brief description of an ongoing project (optional but encouraged).

The exact list of required documents and deadlines is provided in the online form.

Partnerships & Sponsorship

The Summer School is organized by SCALES (FGSES–UM6P), with the support of the Economic Science Association (ESA) and in partnership with the PSE Summer School in Experimental Economics.

PSE Summer School in Experimental Economics

The PSE Summer School takes place in Paris in June. We encourage participants to consider both tracks to strengthen research networks between Africa and Europe.

Visit PSE Summer School

ESA Africa 2026

The Summer School is scheduled immediately after ESA Africa 2026 at UM6P Rabat. This timing is designed to facilitate participation in both ESA Africa and the Summer School within a single trip, and reflects ESA’s support for experimental economics in Africa.

FAQ

Quick answers to the most common questions about the Summer School.

Is this Summer School linked to ESA Africa 2026?
Yes. The Summer School takes place immediately after ESA Africa 2026 at UM6P Rabat, so participants may attend both events.
Who should apply?
PhD students, post-docs, early-career researchers, and faculty members interested in Bayesian methods and experimental economics.
Will there be hands-on coding sessions?
Yes. Applied sessions will focus on real experimental datasets and reproducible workflows.
Are accommodation and meals included?
They are expected to be included in the participation fee (to be confirmed).