Mark Schelker

Mark Schelker is a Professor of Economics at the University of Fribourg, affiliated with the Department of Economics within the Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences. His research focuses on public economics, political economics, law & economics, and applied econometrics. He holds a prominent position in the academic community, with extensive publications in leading journals such as Political Analysis, Journal of Public Economics, and European Economic Review.

His work explores topics including fiscal policy, voting behavior, electoral systems, and regulatory frameworks. Notable contributions include studies on proportional representation systems, fiscal decentralization, and the impact of auditors on public finance. He has also authored books such as Making Auditors Effective and contributed to policy discussions on democratic institutions and transparency.

Recent research highlights include analyzing the fiscal response to revenue shocks, the effectiveness of voting advice applications, and the role of auditors in governance. His interdisciplinary approach bridges economics, political science, and legal studies, addressing real-world policy challenges.