Dr. Manho Kang

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Manho Kang is an Assistant Professor at the School of Economics of Georgia Tech. His research focuses on the consequences of trade shocks, trade policy, drivers of innovation, and economic inequality. He has published several academic policy papers on international trade, macroeconomics, and global health governance. Prior to joining Georgia Tech, Dr. Kang earned his Ph.D. from the University of California, Davis, and served as a junior economist at the Bank of Korea from 2013 to 2017. His work investigates the strategic behavior of firms in the context of international trade and innovation, seeking to understand how economic policies affect firm strategies and investments in innovation. Kang teaches courses on principles of macroeconomics and undergraduate research interests, aiming to equip students with a robust understanding of economic principles and research methodologies.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

Georgia Tech • Atlanta, GA

Teaching and conducting research in international trade and economic policy.

Junior Economist

2013-01-01 — 2017-01-01

Bank of Korea • Seoul, South Korea

Conducted economic analyses and research related to trade policy and international economics.

Courses

Principles of Macroeconomics Undergraduate Research Interests

Requirements for Georgia Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science: GRE scores are optional for Fall 2026.