Dr. Robert Barro

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Biography

Robert J. Barro is the Paul M. Warburg Professor of Economics at Harvard University and a faculty associate at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs. His academic work primarily focuses on the relationship between religion and political economy, as well as the effects of rare disasters on asset markets and macroeconomic activity. Barro's extensive research has positioned him as a leading scholar in the fields of economics and public policy. His insights into the dynamics of economic growth, business cycles, and the valuation of long-term risks have contributed significantly to the understanding of modern economic challenges.

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Requirements for Harvard University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a technical or quantitative field
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Specialization Notes

Administered by the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS).