Dr. Yakov Amihud

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Biography

Yakov Amihud is the Ira Rennert Professor of Entrepreneurial Finance at the NYU Stern School of Business. He is recognized for his significant contributions to the field of finance, particularly in understanding market liquidity and its impact on asset pricing. Amihud's research often explores the implications of liquidity on asset pricing efficiencies and the behavior of various financial instruments. His work has been widely published in leading finance journals and has had substantial influence on both academic research and practical applications in finance. Through his teaching and research, he aims to provide insights that help explain the dynamics of capital markets and the importance of liquidity in investment strategies.

Research Interests

Requirements for New York University Stern School of Business

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
Verbal
Required:130
Quantitative
Required:130
Analytical Writing
Required:0
Overall
Required:0
GMAT
Total Score
Required:200
Verbal
Required:6
Quantitative
Required:6
Writing
Required:0
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:0
Speaking
Required:0
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:0
Speaking
Required:0
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Calculus Matrix/Linear Algebra Microeconomics Macroeconomics Probability and Statistics
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Resume or CV
  • Unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended
  • 2 Letters of Recommendation
  • Application Fee ($100)
  • GMAT or GRE score report
  • TOEFL or IELTS score report (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

PhD programs are offered in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Information Systems, Management & Organizations, Marketing, Operations Management, and Statistics. Some input department names map to these core research areas.