Dr. John Ries

Professor

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Biography

John Ries is the HSBC Professor of Asian Business and a Professor in the Strategy and Business Economics Division at the UBC Sauder School of Business. He holds a BA from the University of California, Berkeley, and both an MA and PhD from the University of Michigan. His research interests primarily focus on international trade, trade policy, and the Japanese economy. He has made significant contributions to the field through various publications, including works on information financing for innovation and the effects of gender on project assessment in market simulation contexts. Ries's academic work often blends empirical analysis with theoretical insights, providing a deeper understanding of how business strategies impact economic behavior. His courses for the 2025-2026 academic year will continue to address key issues in international business and industrial organization.

Research Interests

Courses

Courses Taught 2025-2026

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.