4ᵗʰ Milan PhD Economics Workshop
12-13 May 2026 · Bocconi University · Milan, Italy
Economics, Finance, and Accounting
Overview
The Milan PhD Economics Workshop is an annual academic conference that brings together doctoral researchers from leading global institutions to present and discuss cutting-edge research in economics, finance, and accounting.
Hosted by Bocconi University in May 2026, the Workshop aims to provide friendly and stimulating enviroment in which PhD students can share ideas, receive constructive feedback and engage with peers from a wide range of institutions.
Keynote Speakers
Assistant Professor of Economics, Bocconi University · Affiliate at IGIER
PhD, CEMFI · Research interests: econometrics, panel data, and heterogeneity in micro–macro analysis.
Assistant Professor, Institute for International Economic Studies (IIES), Stockholm University · Visiting Scholar at Riksbank
PhD in Economics & Finance, Bocconi University (2025) · Research interests: macroeconomics, labor markets, and heterogeneous agents.
Program
The 2026 Workshop will feature two days of paper sessions and keynote addresses.
PROGRAM TO BE ANNOUNCED
Call for Papers
The Organizing Committee warmly invites submissions from PhD students and early-career researchers working in
all areas of economics, finance, and accounting. We welcome both theoretical and empirical contributions, including
work at an early stage of development.
Submitted papers will be reviewed by the Organizing Committee, and selected contributors will be invited to present
their work in dedicated paper sessions. The Workshop is designed to encourage open discussion and constructive
feedback, with the goal of helping participants improve their research and presentation skills.
Both single-authored and co-authored papers are eligible for submission.
There is no participation fee. Coffee breaks and lunches will be provided for all conference participants. Participants
are responsible for their own travel and accommodation costs. An informal social dinner will also be organized for
those who wish to attend, at their own expense.
Paper submission deadline: February 28th, 2026
Attendance registration deadline: April 15th, 2026
About
The Milan PhD Economics Workshop is jointly organized by doctoral students from Bocconi University, Università
Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, the University of Milan, the University of Milan–Bicocca, and the University of Pavia. It
serves as a forum for emerging scholars to exchange ideas, refine research, and engage with peers and faculty from a
broad range of international programs.
Contact
For questions, please contact the Organizing Committee at: martina.bianchi3@phd.unibocconi.it ; piero.dedominicis@phd.unibocconi.it ; fiore.nicola@phd.unibocconi.it