Dr. Michael Skully

Professor

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Biography

Michael Skully is a Professor at Monash University, focusing on financial institutions and policies in the Asia Pacific region. His research interests encompass development finance, microfinance, regulatory policies, and corporate governance, as well as Islamic finance. He has led multiple projects, including those investigating the implications of syndicated lending and the ethical dimensions of finance across traditional and Islamic perspectives. Over his career, he has contributed significantly to the research landscape, publishing numerous outputs and collaborating on important projects related to financial regulation and systemic stability. Skully is committed to teaching and has a particular interest in Australian capital markets. His work aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing the role of financial practices in promoting global economic stability and prosperity. He has served as a chief investigator on various research projects, collaborating with leading scholars across institutions to advance understanding in his field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2007-01-01 — Present

Monash University • Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Professor in finance with extensive research and teaching experience.

Requirements for Monash University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Information Technology for most Master's programs including Computer Science and Data Science.