About the series
The Becker Brown Bag Series was created to provide an informal setting in which prominent economists can present cutting-edge research and engage MBA students in discussion. The talks highlight the practical use of economics for answering real-world questions pertinent to businesses and policy makers.
While the Becker Brown Bag Series is directed towards current MBA students, alumni, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend. Brown Bags occur one to two times per quarter, with most events being held in Room 104 at Chicago Booth’s Charles M. Harper Center. Lunch is provided.
Program
Tuesday, October 14
What Can Auctioneers Teach Us About Auctions? Evidence from Manheim Car Auctions
University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Thursday, November 20
Selling Failed Banks
University of Texas at Austin
Monday, March 2
Who or What to Believe? Trust and the Differential Influence of Human and Anthropomorphized Spokespersons
University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Tuesday, April 14
The Power of the Street: Evidence from Egypt’s Arab Spring
University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Wednesday, May 13
Inequality, Human Capital, and Economic Growth
University of Chicago Booth School of Business