Professor Dr. Markus Baldauf

Associate Professor

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Biography

Markus Baldauf is an Associate Professor at the UBC Sauder School of Business, with a focus on Finance. He holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science from the London School of Economics and a PhD from Stanford University. His research centers on the economics of financial markets, delving into topics such as information economics, industrial organization, regulatory frameworks, and market microstructure. Baldauf's work has appeared in top-tier journals, including the Journal of Financial Economics and the Review of Financial Studies, where he has explored critical issues like market performance and the implications of climate change on real estate valuations. Throughout his academic career, he has collaborated with various scholars on diverse projects, contributing significantly to the understanding of financial dynamics.

Research Interests

Financial Markets Information Economics Industrial Organization Regulation Market Microstructure

Courses

Fintech

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science

Application Checklist

  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency

Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.