Call for proposals The Gustav Stolper Prize is awarded to outstanding economists who have employed the findings of economic research to influence the public debate on economic issues and problems, and have made…
Conference Subsidy Programme If you are a member with reduced fee, you can apply for the VfS lecture bonus programme. More info on the Conference…
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The Verein für Socialpolitik assigns various prizes and awards. As the umbrella organization of German-speaking economists, the Verein für Socialpolitik considers one of its primary tasks to honor outstanding…
The Verein für Socialpolitik has awarded a medal of honour to members who have rendered outstanding service to the association. The medal of honour is named after Gustav Schmoller, one of the founding fathers and…
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Der Verein für Socialpolitik fördert die internationale Präsenz junger Wissenschaftlerinnen und Wissenschaftler aus dem Bereich der Wirtschaftswissenschaften mit einer Prämie für Vorträge auf angesehenen internationalen…
The possibilities for studying economics are manifold. Many universities try to set thematic priorities in their faculties, which is also reflected in the range of courses offered. To get a first overview of the…