Dr. Cristina Scherrer

Associate Professor

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Biography

Cristina Scherrer is an Associate Professor in the Finance department at the London School of Economics (LSE). With a focus on Market Microstructure, Financial Econometrics, and Empirical Finance, she has made significant contributions to the understanding of market behaviors and the application of econometric methods to financial data. Her research often involves analyzing trading mechanisms and price formation processes in financial markets. Scherrer has published numerous articles in top-tier finance journals and has presented her work at various academic conferences, reflecting her engagement with the broader academic community. Additionally, she integrates her research findings into her teaching, helping to bridge the gap between theory and practice in finance education. Scherrer also maintains an active online presence through her personal website, where she shares insights into her research and teaching activities.

Research Interests

Requirements for London School of Economics

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Quantitative
Required:164
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Advanced Calculus Linear Algebra Econometrics and Statistics Intermediate Macroeconomics Intermediate Microeconomics
Application Checklist
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  • Statement of Academic Purpose
  • Two academic references
  • CV
  • GRE scores (if non-UK degree)
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics