Dr. Vince Cable

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Vince Cable is a Visiting Professor at the London School of Economics, contributing to a range of the School's activities by drawing on his extensive experience in international economic relations and developing markets. He served as the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills from 2010 to 2015 and was a Liberal Democrat Member of Parliament for the Twickenham constituency. Cable entered the House of Commons in 1997 after studying at the University of Cambridge and obtaining a PhD from the University of Glasgow. With a career that spans both government and the private sector, he worked as Shell's Chief Economist before entering politics in 1995. He has authored significant publications including 'After the Storm: The World Economy and Britain's Economic Future' and 'Money and Power', among others, examining historical political figures and their influence on economic policy. He is currently focusing on economic history, particularly regarding disasters caused by war, civil conflict, pandemics, and financial collapses.

Research Interests

Requirements for London School of Economics

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Quantitative
Required:164
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Advanced Calculus Linear Algebra Econometrics and Statistics Intermediate Macroeconomics Intermediate Microeconomics
Application Checklist
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  • Statement of Academic Purpose
  • Two academic references
  • CV
  • GRE scores (if non-UK degree)
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics