George Vachadze

George Vachadze is a Professor of Economics at the College of Staten Island (CSI), part of the City University of New York (CUNY) system. Prior to joining CSI, he completed post-doctoral studies at the Bielefeld Graduate School of Economics and Management (BiGSEM) in Germany. His expertise spans international economics, finance, sustainable development, and economic growth.

Education:

• Post-Doctoral Studies in International Economic Theory, BiGSEM, University of Bielefeld, Germany (2009)
• Ph.D. in Mathematics/Statistics, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, USA (2003)
• Ph.D. in Economics, CERGE, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic (1999)
• M.Sc. in Mathematics, Tbilisi State University, Georgia (1993)

Research Interests:

Professor Vachadze's research focuses on the intersection of international economics, finance, and sustainable development. He investigates how financial development influences income distribution, the role of resource misallocation in productivity dynamics, and the impact of capital flows on economic stability. His work often employs rigorous mathematical and econometric methods to explore complex economic phenomena.

His recent publications delve into transitional dynamics of saving rates, financial market imperfections, and endogenous inequality, contributing to debates on policy design and economic reform.

Teaching:

At CSI, Professor Vachadze teaches courses such as Managerial Statistics (ECO 230/MGT 230), reflecting his commitment to integrating quantitative methods into business and economic education.

Contact & Office Hours:

• Office: Building 3N, Room 101
• Phone: 718.982.3404
• Office Hours: Tuesdays 5:30–6:30 PM, Fridays 11:15 AM–12:15 PM, or by appointment