Dr. Eric Stephens

Associate Professor

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Biography

Eric Stephens is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics at Carleton University. He holds a B.A. from Lakehead University and both an M.A. and Ph.D. from Queen’s University. His research primarily focuses on financial economics and public economics, with a particular expertise in contract theory, insurance, regulation, and optimal taxation. Over the past six years, he has contributed significantly to the field of economics, evidenced by his refereed publications including 'Securitization Aggregate Investment Efficiency' published in the Journal of Financial Intermediation. Additionally, his work titled 'Teach Man Fish? Education vs. Optimal Taxation' appeared in the Canadian Journal of Economics, highlighting critical insights into the dynamics between education and taxation efficiency. He actively engages with a broad spectrum of economic theories and practices, continually contributing to the discourse in his areas of specialization.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Carleton University • Ottawa, ON

Teaching and conducting research in financial and public economics.

Requirements for Carleton University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
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Specialization Notes

Includes MEng and MASc options.