Dr. Yutong Wang

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Yutong Wang is a PhD candidate at the London School of Economics and Political Science, focusing on Time Series Statistical Learning. Under the supervision of Professors Qiwei Yao and Xinghao Qiao, Yutong's research delves into dynamic network statistical modeling, including estimation inference problems and community detection. Additionally, she is involved in high-dimensional statistics and statistical learning theory. Her academic journey includes a master's degree in economic research from Darwin College, University of Cambridge. Previously, Yutong has engaged in macroeconomics with a strong emphasis on dynamic stochastic general equilibrium models and agent-based modeling, operational research through dynamic systems and heuristic optimization algorithms, and financial economics focusing on ESG metrics, stock return forecasting, and market microstructure. Yutong is interested in the applications of statistical theory across various research fields, particularly within economics and social sciences, and is open to collaboration with both academic and industry partners.

Research Interests

Requirements for London School of Economics and Political Science

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent in a relevant social science discipline
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Standard English requirement applies to most programs in Geography, Anthropology, Sociology, and Media.