Dr. Josef Baum

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Josef Baum is a researcher and lecturer affiliated with the University of Vienna. He specializes in areas relating to Economic Education and Economics, particularly focusing on the challenges posed by climate change and associated climate policy issues across different countries. His work emphasizes a comparative analysis of economic strategies in addressing these pressing global concerns. He has been involved in teaching seminars, including courses on macroeconomics and the implications of climate policies for economic education at the master's level. Baum's research interests include the intersection of environmental economics and policy implementation, educating future leaders on the economic implications of climate actions, and developing frameworks for effective economic education that tackle these contemporary challenges.

Research Interests

Courses

Master's seminar in Economic Education Seminar on Economics

Requirements for University of Vienna

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:87
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Completed Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or equivalent subject At least 150 ECTS from a relevant undergraduate program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency (C1 level for English-taught, B2 for others)
  • Proof of German proficiency (at least C1 level for German-taught programs)
  • Passport or ID card
  • Curriculum Vitae
Specialization Notes

Requirement for German proficiency: Proficiency in German at level C1 is required for most philosophy programs except specifically designated English-language tracks.