Dr. Jonathan Aronson

Professor

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Biography

Professor Jonathan Aronson specializes in international political economy with a particular focus on digital policy and regulation, trade negotiations, trade in services, and international strategic alliances. His recent work includes the co-authored book 'Digital DNA: Disruption Challenges Global Governance,' published by Oxford University Press. Throughout his career, he has held significant academic positions, including Associate Professor at the Annenberg School for Communication and at the School of International Relations at the University of Southern California. Prior to that, he served as an International Economist at the Office of the United States Trade Representatives, contributing to U.S. trade policy development. His research interests intersect both policy and practical applications in the field of international relations, making him a prominent figure in understanding the complexities of global governance in the digital age.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

1987-01-01 — Present

Annenberg School for Communication, University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Visiting Associate Professor

1986-01-01 — 1987-01-01

Department of Political Science, University of California, San Diego • San Diego, CA

Associate Professor

1982-01-01 — 1988-01-01

School of International Relations, University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

International Economist

1982-01-01 — 1983-01-01

Office of the United States Trade Representatives • Washington, D.C.

Assistant Professor

1976-01-01 — 1982-01-01

School of International Relations, University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Research Fellow

1975-01-01 — 1976-01-01

Center for International Affairs, Harvard University • Cambridge, MA

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.