This course focuses on quantitative empirical accounting research, covering theoretical, methodological and technical aspects of this research program. It also introduces students to the concepts of Open Science. In terms of applications, it concentrates on financial and other related disclosure issues but also touches on some managerial and auditing topics. After this course, participants should have a clear understanding about the theoretical foundations of quantitative empirical accounting research, know the methodological approaches to and common pitfalls of empirical research designs, have become familiar with a collaborative open science workflow using R/Python/Stata and Github, know how to execute empirical archival studies, including the usability and inter-operability of different data sources and, based on their own research proposal, have received constructive feedback on how to design and execute a viable study in the area of quantitative empirical accounting research.

First part, online: 01.09.24, 04.09.26, 08.09.26, 11.09.26
Second part, in person (Berlin): September 16 - 18, 2026 

During the workshop, you will first learn about the most important (legal) principles for the use and creation of open educational materials. The core of the workshop is the practical design of open teaching/learning scenarios. Using real use cases, you will discuss the opportunities and challenges of open teaching and learn how you can integrate OER into the phases of lesson planning, implementation and follow-up in a meaningful way. You will also get to know the functions and features of our portal www.twillo.de a little better.