Dr. Romain Wacziarg

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Biography

Romain Wacziarg is a professor of economics at UCLA Anderson School of Management, where he holds the Hans Hufschmid Chair in Management. Since joining the faculty in 2008, Wacziarg has significantly expanded the international research focus in the area of Global Economics Management. His work seeks to understand and explain economic performance across various levels, addressing key questions about what makes individuals, organizations, and countries successful. His research emphasizes the role of globalization in reducing barriers to the flow of goods, people, and capital, particularly technology. Wacziarg's studies highlight how nations like India and China have benefited from joining the global economy, advocating that the exchange of ideas and cultures can yield substantial gains in prosperity. He investigates the societal features that influence economic performance, examining factors like historical legacies, geography, and ethnic divisions. Additionally, Wacziarg is passionate about teaching; he regularly instructs Managerial Economics and other electives at the MBA level, emphasizing the importance of management in overall business performance.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of California Los Angeles

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:160
Analytical Writing
Required:5
Overall
Required:5
TOEFL
Total
Required:87
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Strong background in Economics and Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • GRE General Test scores
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.