Julien Picault

Julien Picault is a Professor of Economics and Associate Dean pro tem at the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus, affiliated with the Irving K. Barber Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. He holds a PhD from HEC Montréal and focuses on Economics Pedagogy, Labour Economics, and Industrial Organization. His research emphasizes innovative teaching methods, including the integration of pop culture (e.g., Netflix series) and experimental economics into curricula.

Education:

• PhD in Economics, HEC Montréal

Research interests span pedagogical strategies for higher education, labor market dynamics, and discrimination. He has pioneered the 'Economics Instructor’s Toolbox' and serves as Editor for the International Review of Economics Education.

Recent trends in his articles highlight interdisciplinary approaches, such as applying media narratives to teach economics, analyzing credit card behaviors, and exploring managerial compliance with equal pay policies. His work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing real-world relevance.

Awards include the 2024 Provost’s Award for Teaching Excellence, UBC Okanagan’s Outstanding Instructor Award, and the International Review of Economics Education Best Paper Award (2020). His grants focus on curricular innovation, with notable funding in 2017, 2020, and 2022.

Advising and grants: While no formal advisees are listed, his roles involve curriculum development and program creation (e.g., Honours programs in Economics and Philosophy, Politics, and Economics). Grants have supported pedagogical initiatives and course design.

Labs/Teams: Leads the creation of teaching resources and collaborates on interdisciplinary projects, including media-based pedagogy and economic policy analysis.