Dr. Rachel Ngai

Professor

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Biography

Rachel Ngai is a Professor of Economics at the London School of Economics (LSE). She holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania. Her research focuses on key issues in Economic Growth, Labour Markets, and the Housing Market. Ngai has conducted in-depth studies on wage stagnation and its implications on low-skilled workers within a thriving economy. Her findings highlight the contrasting growth patterns in worker compensation compared to the overall economic performance. With expertise in these areas, she contributes valuable insights to the understanding of labor economics and economic policy. Ngai is also involved in various research projects at LSE and frequently engages with students and the academic community through lectures and research presentations.

Research Interests

Requirements for London School of Economics

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Quantitative
Required:164
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Advanced Calculus Linear Algebra Econometrics and Statistics Intermediate Macroeconomics Intermediate Microeconomics
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Department of Economics