Dr. John Matsusaka

Professor

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Biography

John G. Matsusaka is a professor at the USC Marshall School of Business with expertise in Finance and Business Economics. His research focuses on corporate finance, corporate governance, and the political economy related to direct democracy and fiscal policy. He has published various works analyzing the impacts of citizen-led ballot initiatives and has been involved with the Initiative and Referendum Institute as an executive director. Matsusaka's insights into organizational behavior and internal capital markets have contributed significantly to the field, making him a recognized thought leader. He regularly engages with media and academic publications, providing analysis on pressing economic issues and the role of governance in financial markets.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2001-08-01 — Present

USC Marshall School of Business • Los Angeles, CA

Teaching and conducting research in finance and business economics.

Courses

FBE-402 Government Business Regulation FBE-630 Fundamentals of Corporate Finance

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GMAT
Total Score
Required:714
Overall
Required:714
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Knowledge of Calculus
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Specialization Notes

MS in Finance is a rigorous program at Marshall School of Business.