Dr. Charles Bos

Associate Professor

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Biography

Charles Bos is an Associate Professor at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam within the Department of Finance. He completed his PhD at Erasmus University Rotterdam, focusing on Time Varying Parameter Models of Inflation and Exchange Rates, between September 1996 and September 2001. He has held positions as a research officer at Nuffield College and Oxford University, and has been awarded a VENI research grant from the Dutch Science Foundation (NWO) in 2020. His research primarily explores time series modeling, especially involving high-frequency data and stochastic volatility. In addition to his academic responsibilities, Charles is involved as an Academic Advisor for a startup named ETFbook, which focuses on disseminating information regarding ETF trades. He also teaches courses in Econometrics and Quantitative Finance, with his academic activities contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. His extensive research interests include various aspects of time series analysis and financial risk management.

Research Interests

Courses

Econometrics Quantitative Finance

Requirements for Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field 12 ECTS in Research Methods/Statistics 12 ECTS in Clinical Diagnosis/Assessment
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Official Transcripts
  • Motivation Letter
  • Proof of English Proficiency
Specialization Notes

Administered under the Department of Clinical Psychology for Master's in Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology.