Dr. Kar Yiu Wong

Professor

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Biography

Professor Kar-yiu Wong received his Ph.D. from Columbia University in 1983. He has published numerous papers on international trade and economic growth and has authored a book on the theory of international trade and factor mobility. Professor Wong has also edited a book focusing on the growth of trade. Over the past three to four years, he has organized ten conferences and workshops centered around international trade, economic growth, and issues pertaining to Asia. Notably, he has dealt with critical topics such as the Asian crisis, the World Trade Organization, and trade along with industrial organization in Asia, reflecting a deep engagement with current economic challenges. His work includes the development of a website addressing the ongoing Asian crisis and the impact of the WTO on foreign trade.

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Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
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Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.