Dr. Ying Gao

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ying Gao is an Assistant Professor at the Vancouver School of Economics, University of British Columbia. She holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Her research primarily focuses on Organizational Economics, emphasizing models of disclosure, signaling, and reputation. She explores applications of game theory to examine questions related to markets and organizations, along with intersections with approaches in computer science. Gao's work contributes to a deeper understanding of economic theory through innovative research methodologies and concepts.

Research Interests

Organizational Economics Economic Theory Models of Disclosure Signaling Reputation Game Theory Markets Organizations

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.