Eric Helleiner

Eric Helleiner is a Professor and University Research Chair at the University of Waterloo, renowned for his expertise in international political economy and global financial governance. His influential books include The Status Quo Crisis (2014) and Forgotten Foundations of Bretton Woods (2014), with recent work extending to The Neomercantilists (2021).

Education:

• BA in Economics and Political Science, University of Toronto
• MSc and PhD in International Relations, London School of Economics

Helleiner's research focuses on the historical and political dynamics of global financial systems, territorial currencies, and Canada's exchange rate regime. His work bridges theoretical and empirical analysis in international monetary relations.

Scientific Awards:

• Symons Award for Teaching Excellence (Trent University)
• Marvin Gelber Prize (Canadian Institute for International Affairs)
• 2007 Donner Prize
• 2015 CPSA Prize
• 2016 Francesco Guicciardini Prize
• 2020 IPE Distinguished Scholar Award

He has held teaching positions at the London School of Economics, York University, and Trent University, and was awarded a Trudeau Foundation Fellowship in 2007.