Dr. Theo Kocken

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Biography

Theo Kocken is a financial risk management professional with a specialization in pension fund risk management, pension system design, complexity economics, and behavioral finance. He has contributed to writing columns and producing documentaries that explore various aspects of finance, including notable works such as 'Boom Bust Boom' (2015) and '100 Year Life' (2022). Kocken's expertise also aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on how financial systems can contribute positively to global challenges. Apart from teaching, he engages in media contributions to highlight contemporary issues surrounding pensions and the financial landscape.

Research Interests

Financial Risk Management Pension Fund Risk Management Pension System Design Complexity Economics Behavioral Finance

Experience

Commissaris

2022-01-01 — Present

ILX Management BV • Amsterdam

Involved in strategic oversight and advisory.

Courses

Credit Complexity Systemic Risk

Requirements for Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field 12 ECTS in Research Methods/Statistics 12 ECTS in Clinical Diagnosis/Assessment
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Official Transcripts
  • Motivation Letter
  • Proof of English Proficiency
Specialization Notes

Administered under the Department of Clinical Psychology for Master's in Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology.