Dr. Shiu Yik Au

Associate Professor

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Biography

Shiu-Yik Au is an Associate Professor at the Asper School of Business, University of Manitoba. His research primarily focuses on impact intangibles, corporate culture, and the intersection of finance and ethics. Dr. Au holds a PhD in Finance from the Schulich School of Business at York University and has completed an Executive MBA program jointly from Cornell University and Queen’s University. Additionally, he is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA). With over 12 years of experience as a consultant and investment analyst prior to his academic career, Dr. Au has a rich background in financial consulting. He is also active in the local financial community, serving on boards such as the University of Manitoba Pension Plan and the Investment Committee for the Teachers’ Retirement Allowances Fund (TRAF). Dr. Au's research interests include recruiting MSc/PhD candidates, corporate finance, equity, diversity, inclusion, and advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Manitoba

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:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree in nursing or equivalent Professional registration as RN or RPN Research Methods course (min grade C+) Introductory Statistics course (min grade C+)
Application Checklist
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent (500 words)
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Proof of professional registration
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Child Abuse Registry Check
  • Adult Abuse Registry Check
Specialization Notes

Streams include Education, Administration, or Clinical.