Machine Learning in Health Economics

Lecturer(s): Prof. Helmut Farbmacher
Location: Lucerne
ECTS: 3

Presentation

The course covers a selection of state-of-the-art methods in econometrics and machine
learning. It aims to provide students with a sound understanding of the methods discussed, such that
they are able to do research using modern econometric techniques, as well as critically assess existing
studies.

Please click here for the Syllabus.

Objectives

In particular, the course will likely cover the following topics:
• Regression Shrinkage Methods (Ridge, Lasso, Elastic Net)
• Decision Trees, Random/Causal Forests
• Advanced Identification Strategies (e.g., Double Machine Learning)
• Introduction to Neural Networks

Contact

Local Coordinator: Stefan Boes

Tuition fee

Registration (see course list)

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