Dr. Paul Gerrans

Professor

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Biography

Paul Gerrans is a Professor in Finance at the University of Western Australia. His research focuses on consumer financial decision making, particularly in the context of retirement savings and the role of financial literacy in decisions. Paul teaches courses on personal finance and financial planning, and conducts research related to financial literacy and financial advice seeking. His current research interests include the acquisition of financial literacy among young adults and the interaction of financial literacy with cognitive decline in older adults. He has held positions on various advisory bodies, including the federal government’s retirement savings advisory group and committees for financial literacy. Paul has also contributed significantly to research funding, securing numerous grants aimed at improving financial literacy and education interventions. His work has practical implications, particularly in enhancing retirement planning and addressing financial anxiety. Paul has supervised several PhD candidates and continues to explore projects that focus on financial education strategies and consumer behavior in retirement contexts.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Teaching and research in finance, focusing on consumer financial decisions and financial literacy.

Lecturer

1990-01-01 — 2010-01-01

Edith Cowan University •

Engaged in teaching and research in finance, contributing to various community and industry projects.

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
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