Talkonomics 4: Applying Behavioural Economics In Public Policy

​Join us for an insightful session with Dr. Robert Oxoby, whose research centers on behavioral and experimental economics, public policy, and social norms. Dr. Oxoby’s work explores how psychological insights and experimental evidence help shape smarter economic policies. In this talk, he will discuss how principles of behavioral economics are being applied to improve public policy in Calgary, offering real-world examples of theory in action. This session is ideal for students interested in applied economics, decision-making, or planning to take courses such as ECON 443 (Behavioral Economics) or ECON 459 (Public Economics)