Dr. Robert Dekle

Professor

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Biography

Professor Robert Dekle specializes in international finance, open-economy development, and macroeconomics, particularly focusing on the economies of Japan and East Asia. He has an extensive academic and professional background, including numerous visiting scholar positions at prestigious institutions such as the Federal Reserve Board and the International Monetary Fund. His research interests include the dynamics of exchange rates, productivity, and the impact of demographic changes on economic performance. Dekle has authored several influential books and journal articles that explore these themes, contributing significantly to the field of economics through both theoretical and empirical analysis.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2004-04-01 — Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Teaching and research in economics with a focus on international finance and open-economy development.

Associate Professor

2000-07-01 — 2004-03-01

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Conducted research and taught undergraduate and graduate level economics courses.

Assistant Professor

1998-09-01 — 2000-06-01

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Engaged in research and teaching in economics.

Awards

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Haynes Foundation Faculty Fellowship

2000-03-01
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Fulbright Award

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
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GPA Requirement
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TOEFL
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Reading
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Writing
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Speaking
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IELTS
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Reading
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Writing
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Speaking
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Overall
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GRE General
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Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
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