POLI 666. Causal Inference for Political Science.

Credits: 3
Offered by: Political Science (Graduate Studies)
Terms offered: Winter 2026
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Description

Methods for causal inference using a potential outcomes framework. Topics will include instrumental variables, difference-in-difference estimation, regression discontinuity designs, and matching. Examples will be drawn from across Political Science subfields.
  • Prerequisite(s): POLI 612 or equivalent, and POLI 618 or equivalent.

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