The economics of corruption - a university training in good governance and reform

The annual programme "The Economics of Corruption - A University Training in Good Governance and Reform" offers training in anti-corruption for practitioners, researchers and students. An analysis of political, economic and organisational incentives allows participants to obtain a profound understanding of the forces that are at play. Survey techniques and statistical analysis confront theory with data. Interactive tools such as games, poster presentations and case studies involve participants and make them acquainted with today's challenges. Prof. Johann Graf Lambsdorff and his team have spearheaded models for reform that seek to effectively contain corruption while minimising the adverse effects of penalties and regulation. Participants are introduced into this body of research.

This international course is the kick-off event for a Master's Program at the University of Passau. Students who enroll in the Master in International Economics and Business can pick a focus in "Governance, Institutions and Anti-corruption".