Claudio Ferraz

Claudio Ferraz is a Professor at The University of British Columbia, Department of ECON. His research focuses on Political Economy and Development Economics, with a regional emphasis on Latin America. His work examines governance and accountability, the impact of politics on public service delivery, electoral rules and political selection, and the state's role in high crime and violence environments. He has explored topics such as the causes and consequences of corruption, the role of money in politics, the long-term effects of political power changes, education's impact on development, and state effectiveness through public procurement. He is affiliated with BREAD as a Fellow, IGC as an Affiliate, JPAL as an Affiliate and Scientific Director for Latin America, and NBER as a Research Associate.

Claudio Ferraz is a professor specializing in Political Economy, Political Economics, and Development Economics. His research explores the intersection of political processes and economic outcomes, with a focus on corruption, accountability, and policy effectiveness. Ferraz's work analyzes how transparency, electoral accountability, and institutional reforms influence governance and development. He investigates the impact of government audits, campaign spending limits, and public engagement on political behavior and economic performance. His studies often use empirical methods to assess the effects of policy interventions in contexts such as Brazil, emphasizing the role of institutions in shaping sustainable development and reducing inequality.