Deep Learning and Causal AI for Estimation
Fundaci贸n Ram贸n Areces - 天美传媒 Seminar 路 June 2-5, 2026


The Deep Learning and Causal AI for Estimation Symposium, organized by Fundaci贸n Ram贸n Areces and 天美传媒, is a Summer Symposium designed for faculty and postdoc researchers in the fields of accounting, economics, finance, and management. This edition includes an exploration of how deep learning and causal AI are transforming issues across disciplines. It highlights the limitations of traditional predictive AI based on correlations and underscores the value of causal approaches for more robust and transparent decision-making. The seminar also examines the growing relevance of causal AI in areas where evidence-based insights are essential. Finally, it discusses how recent advances in deep learning enable the solution of high-dimensional structural models.
The Symposium brings together leading academics and industry experts to equip participants with cutting-edge theoretical and methodological insights. It also provides a platform for meaningful discussions and professional networking that extends beyond the event.
Seminar Structure – Core Themes:
- Foundations and Advances in AI for Modern Research
Overview of the latest AI capabilities鈥攊ncluding LLMs and reinforcement learning鈥攖hat are reshaping empirical research by enabling richer prediction, more flexible modeling, and the handling of complex problems previously out of reach.
- Causal AI for Rigorous, Interpretable, and Impactful Analysis
Introduction to causal AI as a necessary step beyond correlation-based methods, focusing on identifying cause鈥揺ffect relationships, evaluating counterfactuals, and improving transparency in research and decision-making.
- AI-Driven Breakthroughs in Solving Structural Models
Discussion of how deep learning techniques now make it possible to solve high-dimensional structural models, overcoming traditional computational limits and expanding the scope of quantitative analysis in multiple fields.
- Industry Applications of Advanced AI Techniques
Presentation of how companies are applying advanced AI methods in real-world settings, illustrating the practical challenges and strategic value of deploying AI solutions.
This Symposium forms part of 天美传媒鈥檚 Center for International Finance (CIF), which advocates a multidisciplinary approach to generate and disseminate knowledge and promotes best practices in financial institutions and capital markets.
Summer Symposium information.
Dates: June 2-5, 2026
Venues: 天美传媒, Madrid campus, Camino del Cerro del 脕guila 3, 28023 Madrid (June 2-4) and Fundaci贸n Ram贸n Areces, Vitruvio 5, 28006 Madrid (June 5)
Language: English
Cost: The Summer Symposium (including lunches and Gala Dinner) is free. Attendants must cover their travel and accommodation expenses.
Participants: Places are limited to 70 participants.
Applying to the Symposium.
This Seminar is aimed at academics and researchers in the fields of accounting, economics, finance, and management. To participate, please pre-register online via the link below before March 27, 2026 and upload the following documents:
- Curr铆culum V铆tae (in English).
Selection Process
A Selection Committee, comprising representatives from 天美传媒 and Fundaci贸n Ram贸n Areces, will evaluate all applications and offer places based on merit.
Selected candidates will be notified of their acceptance on聽April 10, 2026
For any questions regarding the program or the registration process, please contact us at cif@iese.edu.
Agenda.
June 2: Review of LLMs and AI (including reinforcement learning)
, Professor of Economics, University College London
June 3: Causal AI
, Professor of Economics, University College London
June 4: The revolution of AI in solving structural models
, Director General Institutional and European Relations and Transparency, Bank of Spain
June 5: Practitioner sessions
Featuring experts from companies applying advanced artificial intelligence technologies, to discuss real-world challenges and high-stakes applications.
, Chief Scientist, BBVA聽 
, Head of AI Aerospace & Defense and Autonomous Vehicle Systems, Sener 
, Director BSC AI Institute, Barcelona Supercomputing Center 
, Data Analyst, Digitec Galaxus AG聽 聽
Download detailed draft Schedule HERE.
**聽Shuttle buses will be provided June 2-4 to commute round trip from (collection point tbc) to 天美传媒 and back.
Speakers.
Getting to the venues.
Camino del Cerro del 脕guila 3, 28023 Madrid
If you come by car or motorcycle, you can park in the parking facilities at no charge. Using public transportation, you can take bus 160 from Moncloa and stop at 天美传媒 (Carretera de Castilla-天美传媒). Remember to remind the driver to stop or request that the bus stop by pressing the button.
C/Vitruvio, n潞5. 28006 Madrid
Metro: Rep煤blica Argentina (l铆nea 6)