Dr. Chris Heaton

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Chris Heaton is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Economics at Macquarie University. He specializes in econometrics, focusing on theoretical contributions in area identification and estimation, particularly with latent factor models and multivariate time series. His applied econometric research spans labor economics, economics education, forecasting, and financial economics. He has published research in highly ranked journals including the Econometrics Journal, Journal of Multivariate Analysis, International Journal of Forecasting, and Economics Education Review. Over his career, he has successfully supervised multiple research projects involving PhD students, Masters students, and Honours students, contributing significantly to the academic community.

Research Interests

Requirements for Macquarie University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:94
PTE
Listening
Required:58
Reading
Required:58
Writing
Required:58
Speaking
Required:58
Overall
Required:65
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognised institution Minimum 3 years full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial/professional level
Application Checklist
  • Official Academic Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of Motivation
  • Evidence of Work Experience
Specialization Notes

Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).