Dr. David Swanson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

David Swanson is an Assistant Professor in the Accounting Information Systems Division at the UBC Sauder School of Business. He holds a BSc in Business Administration and a BSc in Mathematics from Oregon, an MSBA from Rochester, and a PhD from Rochester. His research interests focus on the intersections of economics, regulation, and political economics, with a particular emphasis on SEC securities litigation. David is dedicated to teaching and mentoring students in various aspects of financial accounting.

Research Interests

Economics Regulation Political Economics SEC Securities Litigation

Courses

Introduction to Financial Accounting (Bcom)

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.