Michael Massmann

Professor Michael Massmann serves as Chair of Econometrics and Statistics at WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management since 2014. Previously, he held academic positions at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (2007-2014) as Universitair Docent with tenure, European Business School as both Adjunct Professor (2010-2013) and Visiting Professor (2006-2010), and research positions at University of Bonn and University of Oxford.

His educational background includes:

• DPhil in Economics from University of Oxford (1998-2004)
• MPhil in Economics from University of Oxford (1996-1998)
• BA in Economics from University of Exeter (1993-1996)
• Visiting student at European University Institute, Florence (1999)

Professor Massmann's research focuses on advanced econometric methods for time series analysis and statistical modeling. His work particularly addresses challenges in nonstationary processes, adaptive learning models, and structural breaks in economic data. He has made significant contributions to estimation theory, especially regarding fractionally integrated models and vector proportion analysis.

His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on developing robust estimation techniques for complex economic models, with increasing emphasis on high-dimensional data and jointly increasing population-sample frameworks. This methodological work supports more accurate economic forecasting and policy analysis.

Professor Massmann actively contributes to the academic community as Chair of Rhineland Chapter at German Data Science Society and Editor-in-Chief of SpringerBriefs in Applied Statistics and Econometrics. He organizes the Rhenish Multivariate Time Series Econometrics Workshop and WHU Colloquium in Econometrics & Statistics, and coordinates WHU Faculty Research Seminars.