March 2014 - EconGradStudentAlumni - University of Manitoba Mailing Lists

*Reminder* Economics Seminar Series - Friday, March 28th
by Alan Nabess 28 Mar '14

28 Mar '14

Hello, Just a reminder that the seminar is this afternoon. Please see below. This week's seminar is as follows: "How Much of South Korea's Growth Miracle Can be Explained by Trade Policy?" Speaker: Kei-Mu Yi Special Policy Advisor to the President Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis Seminar sponsored by: Department of Economics, University of Manitoba March 28th, 2014 307 Tier Bldg. 2:30-4:00 pm For more information call: 474-9207 Attached is a copy of the paper being presented. All are welcome to attend. Thanks, Alan Alan Nabess Office Assistant Department of Economics Room 501 Fletcher Argue Building University of Manitoba Ph. 204 474 9207 Alan.Nabess(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Alan.Nabess@umanitoba.ca> --> Think Green. Keep it on the screen!

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Economics Seminar Series - Friday, March 28th
by Alan Nabess 24 Mar '14

24 Mar '14

This week's seminar is as follows: "How Much of South Korea's Growth Miracle Can be Explained by Trade Policy?" Speaker: Kei-Mu Yi Special Policy Advisor to the President Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis Seminar sponsored by: Department of Economics, University of Manitoba March 28th, 2014 307 Tier Bldg. 2:30-4:00 pm For more information call: 474-9207 Attached is a copy of the paper being presented. All are welcome to attend. Thanks, Alan Alan Nabess Office Assistant Department of Economics Room 501 Fletcher Argue Building University of Manitoba Ph. 204 474 9207 Alan.Nabess(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Alan.Nabess@umanitoba.ca> --> Think Green. Keep it on the screen!

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*Reminder* Economics Seminar Series - Friday, March 21st
by Alan Nabess 20 Mar '14

20 Mar '14

Hello, Just a reminder that the seminar is tomorrow. Please see below. This week's Seminar is as follows: "Denying Leniency to Cartel Instigators: Costs and Benefits" Speaker: Thomas Ross University of British Columbia Seminar sponsored by: Department of Economics, University of Manitoba March 21st, 2014 307 Tier Bldg. 2:30-4:00 pm For more information call: 474-9207 Attached is a copy of the paper being presented. All are welcome to attend. Thanks, Alan Alan Nabess Office Assistant Department of Economics Room 501 Fletcher Argue Building University of Manitoba Ph. 204 474 9207 Alan.Nabess(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Alan.Nabess@umanitoba.ca> --> Think Green. Keep it on the screen!

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SRDC Recruitment Notice / Avis de recrutement de la SRSA
by Betty McGregor 20 Mar '14

20 Mar '14

From: Wayne Simpson Sent: Thursday, March 20, 2014 2:04 PM To: Betty McGregor Subject: FW: SRDC Recruitment Notice / Avis de recrutement de la SRSA Betty, Please post. It requires two years field experience but there may be some undergrads or grads who will be interested. Thanks. Wayne Wayne Simpson, Professor Department of Economics University of Manitoba Winnipeg MB R3T 5V5 CANADA Tel: 204-474-6174 Web: http://home.cc.umanitoba.ca/~simpson/ ________________________________ From: SRDC | SRSA [info(a)srdc.org] Sent: March 20, 2014 8:53 AM To: Wayne Simpson Subject: SRDC Recruitment Notice / Avis de recrutement de la SRSA [SRDC/SRSA]<http://www.bettermail.ca/ct/1239/917235/421128281/1652261cfcb4c41b17f50cc88…> Sign up<http://www.bettermail.ca/ct/1239/917235/421128283/1652261cfcb4c41b17f50cc88…> | Abonnez-vous<http://www.bettermail.ca/ct/1239/917235/421128285/1652261cfcb4c41b17f50cc88…> [http://www.srdc.org/media/emails/media/tmp_btn_email.gif]<mailto:info@srdc.org> [http://www.srdc.org/media/emails/media/tmp_btn_twitter.gif] <http://www.bettermail.ca/ct/1239/917235/421128287/1652261cfcb4c41b17f50cc88…> [http://www.srdc.org/media/emails/media/tmp_btn_facebook.gif] <http://www.bettermail.ca/ct/1239/917235/421128289/1652261cfcb4c41b17f50cc88…> [SRDC Announcement/Announce de la SRSA] Pour la version française, veuillez cliquer ici. March 20, 2014 New researcher position in Winnipeg The Social Research and Demonstration Corporation (SRDC) is a non-profit organization involved in the design, research and evaluation of social programs and policies. Since 1991, we have been building a base of knowledge and experience about what works in employment, education, health, and social policy and we are recognized across Canada, and internationally, as a leader in the design, implementation, and evaluation of large-scale demonstration projects. For more information on SRDC, please visit our Web site at www.srdc.org<http://www.bettermail.ca/ct/1239/917235/421128281/1652261cfcb4c41b17f50cc88…>. SRDC is seeking a full-time Researcher in Winnipeg, Manitoba for a two-year contract opportunity starting in April 2014. The successful candidate will be attached to a team of professional policy analysts and evaluators conducting a research project to examine the effectiveness of employment and training programs among jobseekers (including jobseekers on Employment Income and Assistance) in Winnipeg. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate will primarily support research activities for the project and will work closely with employment and training service agency program teams to coordinate, implement, administer, and monitor research activities. Specific responsibilities will include: · overseeing the research implementation, including administering of surveys (classroom and individual basis) across three employment and training service agencies (one large agency and two smaller agencies): o ensuring consistent implementation of the research protocol, and o working to facilitate smooth data collection, participant retention and confidentiality; · conducting client follow-up surveys (ensuring a high response rate); · developing and maintaining a work plan and schedule throughout the project; · working with agency program teams within the employment and training service agencies to coordinate and schedule research activities; · generating spreadsheets and debriefing notes/memos on observations for implementation research; · coordinating interviews with employers who are participating in the project; and · participating in weekly project status meetings with SRDC research team and providing summary notes for these meetings and general support to the team when needed. CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate will ideally have a demonstrated interest in applied research and possess the following competencies: · a Bachelor’s degree in social sciences (such as economics, psychology, sociology, or public policy) combined with a minimum of two years’ research experience working in a field capacity; · sound knowledge of research methods used in program evaluation and familiarity with randomized control trial studies; · experience managing qualitative and/or quantitative research project data; · experience recruiting, managing, and retaining research participants; · strong relationship-building skills and ability to interface with client and other project stakeholders; · capable of working in a self-directed manner as well as collaborating in a team environment; · superior organizational, critical thinking, and communication (oral and written) skills; · proven organizational and time management skills; · proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint); · strong attention to detail; · excellent mastering of English; knowledge of French will be considered an asset; and · willingness to work flexible hours. We take pride in our employees and in their commitment to excellence. Our reputation for professionalism, rigorous ethical standards, integrity, quality, and objectivity is based in no small part on our high-calibre researchers. Please submit applications (including a resume and cover letter providing a description of research interests and skills) (preferably by e-mail) by April 2, 2014 to: Elizabeth Rodgers, Director, Human Resources and Corporate Services Social Research and Demonstration Corporation (SRDC) 400-55 Murray St., Ottawa, ON, K1N 5M3 hr(a)srdc.org<mailto:hr@srdc.org> Click here <http://www.bettermail.ca/ct/1239/917235/421128291/1652261cfcb4c41b17f50cc88…> for more information on this job offer. ________________________________ 20 mars 2014 Nouveau poste d'agent(e) de recherche à Winnipeg La Société de recherche sociale appliquée (SRSA) est un organisme à but non lucratif dédié à la conception, la recherche et l’évaluation de politiques et programmes sociaux. Depuis 1991, la SRSA acquiert des connaissances et de l’expérience à propos des approches efficaces dans les domaines de l’emploi, l’éducation, la santé et la politique sociale. La SRSA est reconnue à l’échelle du Canada et à l’échelle internationale en tant que chef de file dans le domaine de la conception, la mise en œuvre et l’évaluation de projets de démonstration à grande échelle. Pour de plus amples renseignements sur la SRSA, visitez notre site Web au www.srdc.org<http://www.bettermail.ca/ct/1239/917235/421128281/1652261cfcb4c41b17f50cc88…>. La SRSA est à la recherche d’un(e) agent(e) de recherche à temps plein à Winnipeg (Manitoba) dans le cadre d’un contrat de deux ans débutant en avril 2014. Le candidat ou la candidate retenu(e) se joindra à une équipe d’analystes de politiques et d’évaluateurs professionnels menant actuellement un projet de recherche visant à étudier l’efficacité des programmes d’emploi et de formation chez les demandeurs d’emploi (y compris les demandeurs d’emploi bénéficiant de l’aide à l’emploi et au revenu) à Winnipeg. FONCTIONS ET RESPONSABILITÉS PRINCIPALES : La principale responsabilité du candidat ou de la candidate retenu(e) sera d’apporter son soutien aux activités de recherche dans le cadre du projet et de travailler en étroite collaboration avec les équipes de programme au sein des agences de services d’emploi et de formation afin de coordonner, mettre en œuvre, administrer et surveiller les activités de recherche. Ses responsabilités spécifiques comprendront : · superviser la mise en œuvre de la recherche, y compris l’administration d’enquêtes (en salle de classe et de façon individuelle) dans trois agences de services d’emploi et de formation (une grande agence et deux agences plus petites) : o en assurant la mise en œuvre uniforme du protocole de recherche, et o afin de favoriser le bon déroulement de la collecte de données, la rétention des participants et la confidentialité; · effectuer des enquêtes de suivi auprès des clients (garantissant un taux de réponse élevé); · élaborer et tenir à jour un plan de travail et un échéancier pendant toute la durée du projet; · collaborer avec les équipes de programme des agences au sein des agences de services d’emploi et de formation afin de coordonner et de planifier les activités de recherche; · créer des tableurs et des notes de comptes rendus/breffage sur des observations visant la recherche sur la mise en œuvre; · coordonner les entrevues avec les employeurs qui participent au projet; et · participer à des réunions hebdomadaires avec l’équipe de recherche de la SRSA sur la progression du projet et fournir un résumé écrit de ces réunions ainsi qu’un soutien général à l’équipe au besoin. QUALIFICATIONS DU CANDIDAT OU DE LA CANDIDATE : Idéalement, le candidat ou la candidate retenu(e) aura un intérêt manifeste pour la recherche appliquée et possèdera les compétences suivantes : · un baccalauréat en sciences sociales (p. ex., économie, psychologie, sociologie ou politiques publiques) associé à au moins deux années d’expérience d’emploi sur le terrain dans un contexte de recherche; · une solide connaissance des méthodes de recherche employées en évaluation de programme et une connaissance de base des études fondées sur des essais contrôlés randomisés; · de l’expérience dans la gestion des données qualitatives et/ou quantitatives d’un projet de recherche; · de l’expérience en recrutement, gestion et rétention de participants de recherche; · de solides compétences en établissement de relations et la capacité d’interagir en personne avec les clients et les autres intervenants du projet; · la capacité de travailler de façon autonome ainsi que de travailler dans un contexte de recherche collégial; · des compétences supérieures en communication (à l’oral et à l’écrit) et en matière d’organisation et de pensée critique; · des compétences organisationnelles et de gestion du temps manifestes; · la maîtrise de la suite Office de Microsoft (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint); · un grand souci du détail; · une excellente maîtrise de l’anglais; la connaissance du français sera considérée comme un atout; et · être disposé(e) à avoir un horaire de travail flexible. Nous sommes fiers de nos employés et de leur souci d'excellence. Notre réputation en matière de professionnalisme, de normes d'éthique rigoureuses, d'intégrité, de qualité et d'objectivité repose dans une large mesure sur le haut calibre de nos chercheurs. Les candidat(e)s intéressé(e)s doivent nous faire parvenir leur curriculum vitae et une lettre de présentation décrivant brièvement leurs compétences et intérêts de recherche. Prière de faire parvenir votre curriculum vitae (de préférence par courriel) avant le 2 avril 2014 à : Elizabeth Rodgers, Directrice, Ressources humaines et services généraux Société de recherche sociale appliquée (SRSA) 55, rue Murray, bureau 400, Ottawa (Ontario) K1N 5M3 hr(a)srdc.org<mailto:hr@srdc.org> Cliquez ici <http://www.bettermail.ca/ct/1239/917235/421128293/1652261cfcb4c41b17f50cc88…> pour de plus amples renseignements sur cette offre d'emploi. © 2013 SRDC-SRSA - All rights reserved / Tous droits réservés Forward to a friend<http://www.bettermail.ca/s2f/1239/83707/1652261cfcb4c41b17f50cc882639fce> | Facebook<http://www.facebook.com/SocialResearchAndDemonstrationCorporation> | Twitter<http://twitter.com/SRDC_SRSA> | LinkedIn<http://www.linkedin.com/company/804444> This message was sent to you by Social Research and Demonstration Corporation<http://www.srdc.org> 55 Murray Street Suite 400, Ottawa, ON, CA, K1N 5M3 You can change your communication preferences<http://www.bettermail.ca/p/1239/917235/1652261cfcb4c41b17f50cc882639fce> or you can unsubscribe<http://www.bettermail.ca/p/1239/917235/1652261cfcb4c41b17f50cc882639fce/2> from future mailings.

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Economics Seminar Series - Friday, March 21st
by Alan Nabess 17 Mar '14

17 Mar '14

This week's seminar is as follows: "Denying Leniency to Cartel Instigators: Costs and Benefits" Speaker: Thomas Ross University of British Columbia Seminar sponsored by: Department of Economics, University of Manitoba March 21st, 2014 307 Tier Bldg. 2:30-4:00 pm For more information call: 474-9207 Attached is a copy of the paper being presented. All are welcome to attend. Thanks, Alan Alan Nabess Office Assistant Department of Economics Room 501 Fletcher Argue Building University of Manitoba Ph. 204 474 9207 Alan.Nabess(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Alan.Nabess@umanitoba.ca> --> Think Green. Keep it on the screen!

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*Reminder* Economics Seminar Series - Friday, March 14th
by Alan Nabess 13 Mar '14

13 Mar '14

This week's Seminar is as follows: "Peer Effects in Disadvantaged Primary Schools: Evidence from a Randomized Experiment" Speaker: Serkan Ozbeklik Claremont McKenna College Seminar sponsored by: Department of Economics, University of Manitoba Manitoba RDC March 14th, 2014 307 Tier Bldg. 2:30-4:00 pm For more information call: 474-9207 Attached is a copy of the paper being presented. All are welcome to attend. Thanks, Alan Alan Nabess Office Assistant Department of Economics Room 501 Fletcher Argue Building University of Manitoba Ph. 204 474 9207 Alan.Nabess(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Alan.Nabess@umanitoba.ca> --> Think Green. Keep it on the screen!

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Economics Seminar Series - Friday, March 14th
by Alan Nabess 10 Mar '14

10 Mar '14

This week's Seminar is as follows: 'Peer Effects in Disadvantaged Primary Schools: Evidence from a Randomized Experiment' Speaker: Serkan Ozbeklik Claremont McKenna College Seminar sponsored by: Department of Economics, University of Manitoba Manitoba RDC March 14th, 2014 307 Tier Bldg. 2:30-4:00 pm For more information call: 474-9207 Attached is a copy of the paper being presented. All are welcome to attend. Thanks, Alan Alan Nabess Office Assistant Department of Economics Room 501 Fletcher Argue Building University of Manitoba Ph. 204 474 9207 Alan.Nabess(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Alan.Nabess@umanitoba.ca> --> Think Green. Keep it on the screen!

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*Reminder* Economics Brown Bag Seminar - Friday, March 7th
by Alan Nabess 06 Mar '14

06 Mar '14

Hello, Just a reminder that the seminar is tomorrow. Please see below. This week's Brown Bag Seminar is as follows: 'Wealth Effects and Labour Market Dynamics in International Business Cycles' Speaker: Carlos Yepez University of Manitoba Seminar sponsored by: Department of Economics, University of Manitoba March 7th, 2014 307 Tier Bldg. 2:30-4:00 pm For more information call: 474-9207 All are welcome to attend. Thanks, Alan Alan Nabess Office Assistant Department of Economics Room 501 Fletcher Argue Building University of Manitoba Ph. 204 474 9207 Alan.Nabess(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Alan.Nabess@umanitoba.ca> --> Think Green. Keep it on the screen!

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: CABE Job Advertisement - TD Economist/Senior Economist
by Betty McGregor 06 Mar '14

06 Mar '14

From: Hikmet Gunay Sent: Thursday, March 06, 2014 11:17 AM To: Betty McGregor Subject: FW: CABE Job Advertisement - TD Economist/Senior Economist Hi Betty: Could you please forward the e-mail below to our grad students. Best, Hikmet Gunay home.cc.umanitoba.ca/~gunay<http://home.cc.umanitoba.ca/~gunay/> University of Manitoba Department of Economics Winnipeg, MB Canada ________________________________ From: Budhia, Narendra (FIN) [Narendra.Budhia(a)gov.mb.ca] Sent: Thursday, March 06, 2014 11:14 AM To: Hikmet Gunay Cc: Laura Brown Subject: FW: CABE Job Advertisement - TD Economist/Senior Economist From: CABE [mailto:info@cabe.ca] Sent: March-06-14 10:05 AM To: Budhia, Narendra (FIN) Subject: CABE Job Advertisement - TD Economist/Senior Economist This job advertisement is being sent by CABE to its members on behalf of TD Bank. Please do not reply to this email but use the email address indicated in the advertisement below at the bottom TD Bank Group - Senior Economist/Economist Primary Responsibilities: * TD Economists need to have a keen sense of what aspects of economic performance will most affect the Bank's business units and the financial affairs of the Bank's customers * TD Economists need to prepare analyses that are at the forefront of economics and be able to communicate the relevant findings in a manner that is most useful to the Bank's business units and customers * Must be able to communicate complex ideas in simple, efficient terms through written material, presentations and media interviews * As a "primary face" of TDBG, TD Economists must build public credibility through the professional delivery of well-conceived and positioned information * The successful candidate must build and maintain strong partnerships with external and internal clients and stakeholders at senior levels to ensure that services and information is value-added and meets their needs or anticipated needs Knowledge Requirements: * An MA or PhD degree in the field of Economics * Knowledge of the structure and performance of the international and Canadian economies, in the latter case at the national, provincial and municipal levels * Knowledge of international financial markets, including fixed income and foreign exchange * Knowledge of the major economic policy instruments, including monetary and fiscal policy, in the latter case at the national, provincial and municipal levels * Knowledge of econometrics in theory and in application * Knowledge of the banking industry and how economics can be used to improve its performance Other Personal Skills/Attributes: * Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential; the ability to communicate in French is an asset * Must have the ability to work quickly while maintaining an exceptionally high standard of work * Strong team player, both within the TD Economics team and with business partners across the organization * Continuous learner - at the forefront of knowledge of economic theory and application * Creative and passionate about applied economics; a self-starter in terms of proposing and conducting studies of interest and relevance * Highly interpersonal and credible; an engaging personality who comes across well during discussions, presentations and media interviews * Possesses integrity and maintains high ethical standards * Consultative nature with outstanding customer service focus; a high sense of urgency and customer sensitivity * Sound business and financial service acumen; able to understand and translate how economic issues can strategically impact the business * Independent self-starter; highly motivated with a strong sense of initiative * A reliable and resourceful team player who is comfortable interacting and communicating across the organization with senior level clients * Confident decision-maker; the incumbent must have confidence to state and where necessary, defend, their position on issues after thorough and rigorous analysis Senior Economist Skills/Attributes * Senior Economists will meet the requirements above and have significant work experience * Must have the capacity to mentor/coach others and have aptitude for manager/leadership skills * Senior Economists are also expected to be able to work independently, initiating research projects on a wide array of subjects and completing them with limited oversight Applications Applications for this position should be directed to Devi.Kunan(a)td.com<mailto:Devi.Kunan@td.com> -- To forward this message to others who might have an interest click this link<http://mandrillapp.com/track/click.php?u=30132870&id=e08fd7df257a473f961e75…> To update your preferences and to unsubscribe from specific lists visit this link<http://mandrillapp.com/track/click.php?u=30132870&id=e08fd7df257a473f961e75…> If you do not want to receive any more newsletters from any list on this server, click Unsubscribe<http://mandrillapp.com/track/click.php?u=30132870&id=e08fd7df257a473f961e75…> powered by phpList<http://mandrillapp.com/track/click.php?u=30132870&id=e08fd7df257a473f961e75…>

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Economics Brown Bag Seminar - Friday, March 7th
by Alan Nabess 03 Mar '14

03 Mar '14

This week's Brown Bag Seminar is as follows: 'Wealth Effects and Labour Market Dynamics' Speaker: Carlos Yepez University of Manitoba Seminar sponsored by: Department of Economics, University of Manitoba March 7th, 2014 307 Tier Bldg. 2:30-4:00 pm For more information call: 474-9207 All are welcome to attend. Thanks, Alan Alan Nabess Office Assistant Department of Economics Room 501 Fletcher Argue Building University of Manitoba Ph. 204 474 9207 Alan.Nabess(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Alan.Nabess@umanitoba.ca> --> Think Green. Keep it on the screen!

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