Czech Summer School on Behavioral Economics 2025

CZECH SUMMER SCHOOL ON
BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS

July 21—26, 2025 | Prague & Online

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The Czech Summer School on Behavioral Economics 2025 (formerly known as the CEBEX Summer School)
is the ninth edition of an intensive 6 ECTS program focused on applied behavioral economics. A six-day curriculum includes the theory of behavioral economics and public policy, neuroeconomics, experimental methods, designing decision-making experiments in oTree, and data analysis and visualization in R.

The course runs daily from July 21 (Monday) to July 26 (Saturday) from 9:30 to 18:30 at the University of New York in Prague. A lunch break is scheduled from 12:00 to 13:00, and a snack break from 15:30 to 16:00. Light refreshments, including coffee, are provided throughout the day. Each day concludes with dinner and an evening program, such as a Vltava riverboat trip or bowling.

Academic Program

The panels below detail the topics covered during the 45 teaching hours. As each topic could easily form a semester-long course, the summer school emphasizes selected key chapters rather than providing a comprehensive overview. To enhance your learning, most topics are accompanied by study materials that extend beyond the classroom content, allowing you to explore your areas of interest in greater depth.

Jan Hausfeld
University of Amsterdam

Alex Hortal
Wake Forest University

Vojtěch Zíka
New York University in Prague

Lukáš Hejtmánek
Charles University

Behavioral Economics

Vojtěch Zíka | 10 hours

Beginning with the evolution of human behavior, Vojtěch will guide you through the factors influencing decision-making under risk and uncertainty. Additionally, you will explore basic models of concepts that shape our judgment, such as time and social preferences.

Behavioral Public Policy

Alex Hortal | 5 hours

Using behavioral insights to shape public policies has become the gold standard in many countries. However, there is a fine line between guiding and manipulating citizens. Alex will discuss the ethical considerations of nudging and present modern alternatives.

Neuroeconomics

Jan Hausfeld, Vojtěch Zíka | 5 hours

Beginning with a brief overview of brain physiology, this topic introduces you to neuroeconomic research. Jan will share his experience researching attention and brain activity using MRI, while Vojtěch will give you the opportunity to try eye-tracking glasses firsthand.

Experimental Methods

Jan Hausfeld | 10 hours

Designing economic experiments can be challenging. Jan will guide you through key considerations to help you avoid wasting money on irrelevant data, including potential threats to internal and external validity and how to calculate an appropriate sample size.

Setting Up Experiments in oTree

Lukáš Hejtmánek | 7.5 hours

In this hands-on session, Lukáš will guide you through setting up your Python environment to run oTree. This behavioral research platform offers pre-programmed experiments, which you can customize to fit your research needs. During the session, one selected experiment will be run as a showcase.

Data Analysis & Visualisation in R

Lukáš Hejtmánek | 7.5 hours

Using a real experiment dataset, Lukáš will walk you through the entire data lifespan—from curating raw data and running statistical analysis to creating visualizations ready for your research paper. As time constraints prevent covering every line of code, the full script will be provided for later self-study.

Evening Program

Forge new friendships with participants from around the globe and connect with our lecturers! Our evening programs make socializing effortless. You can explore the gallery below to see highlights from previous summer school editions.

Application Form

Please submit the application form below to attend the Czech Summer School on Behavioral Economics 2025. Once accepted, you will be charged €999 for in-person attendance (the fee includes lunches, dinners, coffee breaks, and the evening programs) or €799 for online participation.

While there is no strict submission deadline, please note that spaces in the program are limited. The closer you apply to the event, the more likely we are to be unable to accept your application. Additionally, submitting your application on time helps us create the best possible summer school experience for all participants.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the fee?

For in-person attendees, the fee covers lunches, dinner, daily refreshments, evening program admissions, and public transportation costs related to the program. For online attendees, the fee includes access to lectures via Zoom and lecture recordings, which will be available for 14 days after the sessions.

Is accommodation included in the fee?

Accommodation is NOT included in the fee. We recommend Hotel Luník, which is located near the venue, and where we will meet for the evening program. The hotel offers a 10% discount off the prices listed on their website for SSBE participants. However, it is always worth checking Booking.com as sometimes a better deal is available for the same hotel.

If you would like to share a room (and housing costs) with another participant, please let us know, and we will connect you. We suggest booking accommodation with breakfast included.

How can I receive an acceptance/invitation letter?

An acceptance/invitation letter will be issued upon request once your registration is complete. To complete your registration, please apply using the form above. If you are accepted for the summer school, you will receive a confirmation email with payment instructions. We will issue the letter only after we receive your payment. If you require the letter for your visa application and your visa is denied, we will issue a full refund.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept payments via bank transfer or card, Apple Pay, and Google Pay through Revolut. You can also make direct transfers within the Revolut network by creating an account using this link. All payment details will be included in the proforma invoice sent to you upon acceptance to the program.

Will I receive a proforma invoice and a final tax invoice for my payment?

In the email confirming your acceptance, you will receive a link to a proforma invoice containing all necessary payment details. Once your payment is received, we will issue a final tax invoice. Please note that we are unable to issue an invoice prior to receiving payment. To ensure a smooth invoicing process, please double-check that the billing address you provide in the form above is accurate.

Am I eligible for a refund if I cancel my registration?

All payments are final. However, you may request a refund, and each request will be considered on an individual basis. Full refunds are typically granted only for serious reasons, such as health issues (e.g., quarantine or hospitalization) or family emergencies (e.g., funeral). In all cases, official documentation supporting your claim will be required.

Which time zone are you in?

Prague is in the Central European Time Zone (CET), UTC+1 in standard time and UTC+2 during daylight saving time.

What are the requirements to earn 6 ECTS credits?

To earn 6 ECTS credits for the course, you must attend all lectures during the summer school and pass a final exam, which will be provided after the program.

Will I receive a certificate or transcript?

You will receive a Certificate of Attendance for participating in the summer school. If you fulfill all the requirements to earn ECTS credits (see above), you will also receive a Transcript of Records issued by the University of New York in Prague.

Do you provide any external funding or discounts?

By default, we do not offer funding or discounts. However, if you believe you are eligible for a discount, please contact us—we are happy to assess the needs of each student on a case-by-case basis. Please note that we do not provide discounts based on student status, as the summer school is primarily designed for students, and the fees have already been adjusted accordingly.

Behind the Summer School

The summer school was launched in 2017 as a collaborative initiative between the Center for Behavioral Experiments (CEBEX) and the CEVRO Institute College, with Vojtěch Zíka playing a key role in its establishment under the name CEBEX Summer School on Behavioral Sciences. During the pandemic, CEBEX suspended its experimental laboratory at CEVRO, and since 2022, the summer school has operated as an independent project, with the University of New York in Prague joining as a new academic partner. In 2025, the program was renamed the Czech Summer School on Behavioral Economics, reflecting its more focused curriculum. So far, 202 students from 54 countries and 73 universities worldwide have completed our courses, enjoying long summer evenings with a drink in hand and a smile on their faces.

Get in Touch

Venue

The summer school is held in the main building of the University of New York in Prague, located at Londýnská 41, 120 00 Prague.

Organizers

Shoot us a message at [email protected]
Call us at +420 776 21 41 91
Visit us at Hálkova 2, 120 00 Prague