Dr. Rasmus Fatum

Professor

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Biography

Rasmus Fatum is a Francis Winspear Professor at the University of Alberta, specializing in international economics and international finance. He has held various academic roles including Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor at the Alberta School of Business. His research includes significant contributions to understanding the dynamics of international money and finance, particularly in the context of risk, monetary policy, and financial markets. He has published extensively in leading journals, focusing on topics such as the influence of negative interest rates on macroeconomic indicators and the behavior of foreign exchange markets during crises. In addition to his academic endeavors, Rasmus has also served as an advisor to the Bank for International Settlements and has held visiting scholar positions with notable institutions including the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis and Bank of Japan. He actively participates in editorial boards and research affiliations, contributing to the broader economic discourse.

Research Interests

Experience

Advisor

2016-01-01 — 2018-01-01

Bank for International Settlements • International

Provided expert consultation on international financial matters.

Department Chair

2013-01-01 — 2018-01-01

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Led the Alberta School of Business, overseeing curriculum and faculty.

Professor

2012-01-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Teaching and conducting research in international economics and finance.

Courses

International Business (BUEC542) Global Business Environment (BUEC646) International Business (BUEC342)

Requirements for University of Alberta

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:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management