Dr. Xin Zheng

Associate Professor

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Biography

Xin Zheng is an Associate Professor at the UBC Sauder School of Business, specializing in Accounting Information Systems. He holds a BSc in Business Administration and a BSc in Mathematical Science from Ohio State University, an MPS from Cornell University, and a PhD from Emory University. His research focuses on regulation, particularly related to the SEC enforcement and climate finance, as well as fundamental analysis and auditing. Zheng has delivered notable contributions to the field of accounting through various publications, including works on audit quality and regulatory transparency. He has received recognition for his scholarly output, including the 2021 AAA Competitive Manuscript Award. Zheng is committed to exploring critical issues within the realms of business ethics and financial market behavior, leveraging his robust academic background and extensive experience in the field.

Research Interests

Regulation Regulatory Oversight SEC Enforcement Climate Finance ESG Fundamental Analysis Auditing

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.