Dr. Imtiaz Sifat

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Imtiaz Sifat is an Assistant Professor of International Economics at Radboud University. His academic background includes training in finance and financial economics, and he holds an MBA. His research interests intersect key themes in technology and economic coordination, specifically focusing on areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, decentralized firm structures, and cryptocurrencies. He analyzes the impacts of these technologies on market linkages, particularly in commodities and energy markets. Additionally, his work touches on monetary policy and its relationship with these technological themes. Currently, he is authoring a book that explores the influence of AI on the retail investment landscape. Dr. Sifat has contributed to various publications and has received multiple research grants and awards, including the Pacific-Basin Finance Journal Paper Award in 2020. He actively engages in teaching and has specified relevant ancillary activities.

Research Interests

International Economics Financial Economics Artificial Intelligence Blockchain Cryptocurrencies Decentralized Firm Structures Monetary Policy

Experience

Assistant Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

Radboud University • Nijmegen

Teaching and conducting research in International Economics.

Awards

#2020

Pacific-Basin Finance Journal Paper Award

2020-01-01

Requirements for Radboud University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:5
Reading
Required:4.5
Writing
Required:4.5
Speaking
Required:4.5
Total
Required:100
PTE
Listening
Required:61
Reading
Required:61
Writing
Required:61
Speaking
Required:61
Overall
Required:67
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Linguistics, Communication, or related) Bachelor's thesis grade of at least 8.0/10 (US 3.5+ equivalent)
Application Checklist
  • Passport or ID
  • Official Bachelor's degree certificate (or proof of graduation)
  • Academic transcript of records
  • Description of grading scale
  • Personal statement/Motivation letter
  • CV/Resume
  • Course list/Course descriptions
  • Research proposal or Bachelor thesis
Specialization Notes

Applies to Research Master's in Linguistics and Communication Sciences (Centre for Language Studies/Department of Language and Communication).