Dr. Gary Gereffi

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Biography

Gary Gereffi is an Emeritus Professor of Sociology at Duke University and the Director of the Global Value Chains Center. With over a dozen published books and numerous articles, his research covers globalization, industrial upgrading, and social-economic development. He is one of the originators of the global value chains framework, which analyzes how goods and services are produced and distributed globally. His recent works include the co-edited volume 'Handbook of Global Value Chains' and several journal articles discussing the dynamics of multinational enterprises in turbulent international business environments. Gereffi has been recognized for his contributions to understanding how industrial policies have shifted amidst global disruptions, and he continues to influence the field through his research and mentorship.

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Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)