Dr. David Newton

Associate Professor

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Biography

David Newton completed his PhD in Finance at the University of British Columbia in 2010 and received his MSc and BComm from Concordia University. His research interests include asset pricing, investments, and financial economics. In 2012, he was honored with the Dean's Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching. Newton has contributed to various scholarly articles, including a notable piece on corporate officer compensation and wage inequality published in Management Science. His teaching experience encompasses multiple finance courses, including Financial Economics, Finance Theory, and Introduction to Finance, indicating his deep engagement in both academic and practical aspects of finance.

Research Interests

Asset Pricing Investments Financial Economics

Experience

Associate Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

Concordia University • Montreal, QC

Teaching and conducting research in the field of Finance.

Courses

Financial Economics Finance Theory Introduction to Finance

Requirements for Concordia University

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:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in cinematic arts or equivalent proficiency
Application Checklist
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  • Three letters of reference
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  • Research-Creation Thesis Proposal
Specialization Notes

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