Dr. Jason Childs

Professor

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Biography

Jason Childs is a professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Regina. His academic journey includes a PhD and a Master’s degree from McMaster University, along with a Bachelor of Arts with Honors from Mount Allison University. His early research focused on exploring issues in international finance using experimental methods. Recently, his work delves into the complexities surrounding alcohol demand, optimal pricing strategies for legalized cannabis, and economic policy, aiming to inform better governance and market regulation. His published studies address themes of fairness in public service provision and the impact of deception in economic transactions. Among his significant publications are 'Implications of marijuana purchase task based demand functions optimal legal pricing cannabis', 'A cannabis pricing mistake California Canada: government can't tax cannabis optimally', and 'The state compete: Optimal pricing legal cannabis'.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Regina

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.67
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:80
PTE
Listening
Required:59
Reading
Required:59
Writing
Required:59
Speaking
Required:59
Overall
Required:59
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
Four-year baccalaureate degree
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume or CV
  • Letter of Intent
  • WES ICAP evaluation (for international credentials in specific programs)
Specialization Notes

Standard graduate requirements applicable to most departments including Science, Engineering, and Arts.