The Robert Schuman Centre and the University of Wroclaw are pleased to announce an upcoming workshop on leveraging social scientists' research skills for the political risk industry. Social scientists possess valuable expertise in data collection, qualitative analysis, survey design, and trend forecasting—skills that are highly sought after in the consultancy sector. They also have area and case-study knowledge that can be critical for decision making under conditions of uncertainty. This workshop will guide participants on how to transfer their academic knowledge to applied work in political risk analysis. Experts with experience in both research and political risk, covering both quantitative and qualitative methods, will be present to provide hands-on guidance throughout the event.
This workshop is specifically tailored for early-career social scientists from fields such as political science, sociology, anthropology, economics, and international relations who are considering applying their knowledge and analytical skills beyond academia. Whether your expertise lies in understanding social dynamics, conducting in-depth interviews, analysing large datasets, or forecasting political trends, this workshop will demonstrate how these skills can be transferred to the political risk industry.
The day-and-a-half introductory workshop will combine engaging lectures with interactive exercises designed to bridge the gap between academia and the political risk industry. The lectures, open to all audiences, will introduce participants to the fundamentals of the political risk industry and explain why social scientists play a crucial role within it. Following this, 30 selected participants will work closely in smaller groups with the guest lecturers, focusing on practical skills like forecasting and writing for broader, non-academic audiences. Through hands-on activities guided by experienced professionals, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how to apply their social science expertise to real-world challenges in the political risk sector.
This workshop is upon invitation only.