prof. dr. Raymond Gradus

Full Professor, School of Business and Economics, Accounting

, Tinbergen Institute

Personal information

Raymond Gradus is professor of public economics and administration at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam since 2004. He is also affiliated with the VU Business School, the Tinbergen Institute, and the Zijlstra Center at the Vrije Universiteit. Since 2014 he is also affiliated with the department of Accounting.

Research

Raymond Gradus is a Dutch economist whose research focuses on the interface between public economics, governance, and applied economic analysis. His work often examines the efficiency and effectiveness of public sector institutions, including issues such as privatization, competition, and the organization of public services. A recurring theme in his research is how institutional design and policy choices influence economic performance, particularly in areas like waste management, local public finance, and regulatory frameworks. Gradus also contributes to discussions on the role of market mechanisms versus government intervention, combining empirical analysis with policy-oriented insights.

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