Dr. Emrul Hasan

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Biography

Emrul Hasan is a Lecturer at the Vancouver School of Economics, University of British Columbia. His academic focus includes Financial Economics with teaching spans macroeconomics, applied econometrics, international trade, and international finance. He actively designs and delivers interdisciplinary courses alongside the Master of Food and Resource Economics program and the Master of Public Policy and Global Affairs. Hasan is committed to experiential learning, ensuring that his courses are career-relevant and align with the Chartered Financial Analyst curriculum. He previously held teaching positions at Simon Fraser University, BCIT, and Douglas College and has worked in private equity valuation, mergers and acquisitions, and macroeconomic consulting. His research interests include asset pricing, capital gains taxes, and behavioral finance economics. Originally from Bangladesh, he moved to Canada in 2008. Emrul is also a community leader and founding director of the Canadian Foundation for Inclusive Health, Sport, Education, and Culture, overseeing a large amateur global cricket league. He actively mentors students at the Vancouver School of Economics Undergraduate Society and participates in public dialogue related to economics pedagogy and financial policies.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

2010-01-01 — Present

Vancouver School of Economics, University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC

Teaches courses in macroeconomics, applied econometrics, international trade, and international finance.

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.