Dr. Jonas Pontusson

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Biography

Jonas Pontusson is a Professor of Political Science and International Relations at the University of Geneva, where he has been a faculty member since 2010. He holds a PhD from the University of California at Berkeley, obtained in 1986. Before joining UNIGE, he served as a full professor at Cornell University and Princeton University. His research primarily focuses on comparative political economy, exploring themes such as varieties of capitalism, growth models, labor markets, and economic and social policies. He is particularly interested in how inequalities and redistribution shape public policy. Throughout his career, he has been involved in significant research projects, including an ERC Advanced Grant on 'Unequal Democracies' and several SNSF grants addressing topics related to budget cycles and the political representation of various societal interests. His work has also engaged with the dynamics of immigration and its implications for political representation in different contexts.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Geneva

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Total
Required:92
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognized university Minimum 60 ECTS in management or related field for direct admission
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Specialization Notes

Includes Department of Management, Finance, Economics, and Statistics programs. GMAT is strongly encouraged but not mandatory for most GSEM masters.