Dr. Iain Osgood

Associate Professor

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Biography

Iain Osgood is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Michigan. His research focuses on international political economy and international relations, specifically examining the interaction between firms and politics in the context of trade, foreign investment, and climate change. He teaches a variety of courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, including International Economic Relations, Game Theory, Formal Models, and International Political Economy. Osgood obtained his PhD in Government from Harvard University and his Bachelor’s degree in Government from Cornell University. His academic work contributes to the understanding of the dynamics of global economic governance and the role of political actors in shaping international trade and investment outcomes.

Research Interests

Courses

International Economic Relations Game Theory Formal Models International Political Economy Mathematics Political Science

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science