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Professor Dr. Thomas Maillart

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Thomas Maillart investigates, models, and enhances human collective intelligence, focusing on understanding the incentives, structures, and dynamics of social interactions in the online and physical world. He holds a Master's degree from the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) obtained in 2005 and a PhD from ETH Zurich, completed in 2011. He was awarded the Zurich Dissertation Prize in 2012 for his pioneering work on cyber risks. In 2016, he joined the University of Geneva as a post-doctoral researcher after spending time at UC Berkeley. Alongside his academic pursuits, Thomas co-founded a cybersecurity startup in 2005 and has consulted for both governmental and private organizations on cybersecurity issues.

Research Interests

Collective Intelligence Cybersecurity Social Dynamics Human Dynamics

Requirements for University of Geneva

Master Program

Requirements

IELTS
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Total
Required:92

Prerequisites

Bachelor degree from a recognized university Minimum 60 ECTS in management or related field for direct admission

Application Checklist

  • Cover letter
  • CV
  • Diplomas
  • Transcripts
  • Proof of English proficiency

Specialization Notes

Includes Department of Management, Finance, Economics, and Statistics programs. GMAT is strongly encouraged but not mandatory for most GSEM masters.