Jeff Ackerman

Jeff Ackerman is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at Michigan State University's College of Social Science. His primary research interests include Industrial Organization and Applied Microeconomics, focusing on the effects of franchising on firms and consumer behavior. He has taught courses such as Econ 310 (Managerial Economics) and Econ 445 (Industrial Organization) between 2013 and 2016.

Research Focus: His work examines how changes in franchise status impact business revenues and consumer utility, using advanced economic models to analyze market dynamics. This includes a notable study on liquor-selling establishments in Texas.

Teaching Contributions: Jeff has taught undergraduate and graduate-level courses, with syllabi and evaluation reports publicly available. His teaching spans both traditional and summer semesters, emphasizing microeconomic principles and industrial organization.

Contact: He can be reached via email at jaa@msu.edu or by phone at (517) 353-6937. His office is located in 25B Marshall-Adams Hall.