Dr. Jiaping Qiu

Professor

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Biography

Professor Jiaping Qiu is an Adjunct Professor in the Finance & Business Economics area at McMaster University, where he holds the CIBC Chair in Financial Markets. His research interests encompass corporate finance, capital markets, and household portfolio choices. His current projects include the analysis of liquidity in the Credit Default Swap (CDS) market, competition within the mutual fund industry, and the human capital loss associated with corporate bankruptcy. With a robust academic background, Professor Qiu has been involved in various scholarly works and teaching activities, contributing significantly to the field of finance through his research and mentorship.

Research Interests

Requirements for McMaster University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:92
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or a related area
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Options include Thesis, Project, or Financial Mathematics (M-Phimac).