# Faculty of Economics

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As one of the leading economics faculties in the German-speaking world, research and teaching are closely intertwined at our institute. We attach great importance to conveying our theoretical knowledge in a practical way with a strong international orientation. In this way, we prepare our students for a successful international career.

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## News

- *17/02/2026*
  [The evolution of child-related gender inequality in Germany and the role of family policies, 1960–2018](https://www.econ.lmu.de/en/latest-news/news/the-evolution-of-child-related-gender-inequality-in-germany-and-the-role-of-family-policies-1960-2018-844174ab.html)

  The research article by Ulrich Glogowsky, Emanuel Hansen, Dominik Sachs, and Holger Lüthen is now published in the European Economic Review! We asked economist Emanuel Hansen, to share their key insights.
- *09/02/2026*
  [Counteracting Narratives: Evidence from An Online Experiment](https://www.econ.lmu.de/en/latest-news/news/counteracting-narratives-evidence-from-an-online-experiment-7d64df07.html)

  The research article by Manwei Liu and Sili Zhang is now published in The Economic Journal! We asked economist Sili Zhang, to share their key insights.
- *28/01/2026*
  [Silvia Castro has been selected as an AI at Work Awardee with Schmidt Sciences](https://www.econ.lmu.de/en/latest-news/news/silvia-castro-has-been-selected-as-an-ai-at-work-awardee-with-schmidt-sciences-12a9c26b.html)

  We are pleased to share that Silvia Castro has been selected as an AI at Work Awardee with Schmidt Sciences.
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## The department at a glance

### People

The Faculty of Economics introduces itself

- [Senior Faculty](https://www.econ.lmu.de/en/senior-faculty/)
- [Junior Faculty](https://www.econ.lmu.de/en/junior-faculty/)
- [Doctoral Students](https://www.econ.lmu.de/en/doctoral-students/)
- [Administrative Staff](https://www.econ.lmu.de/en/administrative-staff/)

Department of Economics

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Study

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Research

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## Alumni, Partner & Job Offers

### Alumni and Sponsoring Association

Connecting leading companies with VWL students to promote ideas and research.

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### Job and Internship Opportunities

Internships and student traineeships ensure career success: Gaining experience, networking. Our wide range of offers will support you in this.

[Read more](https://www.econ.lmu.de/en/careers/vacancies-and-placements/)

### Cooperating Institutions and Partners

Our institutions and partners promote international knowledge exchange, with a focus on mentoring and coaching future scientific professionals.

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## Support science!

Become a benefactor of science. Donate with our online donation tool.

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