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Nana Boakye Yiadom Adjunct Instructor Economics

Degrees
EDUCATION
• Ph.D. in Economics (Expected, Dec. 2026)
American University, Washington, D.C.
• M.A. in Economics (Dec. 2020)
University of Colorado Denver (UCD), Denver, CO
• MPhil. in Economics (Jun. 2015)
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Ghana
• B.A. in Economics (Dec. 2012)
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Ghana

Bio
My career has been shaped by a diverse blend of academic roles and research positions at esteemed institutions and organizations worldwide. At American University, I teach foundational courses like "Principles of Microeconomics" and "Social Problems in Historical Context," where I focus on fostering critical thinking and the practical application of economic theories. Additionally, I serve as an Economic Consultant for Development Impact Measurement at the World Bank Group. My experience also includes roles as a Macroeconomic Research Assistant for a consultant at the International Monetary Fund and as a Financial Controller at RH Enterprises LLC, where I developed strong expertise in data analysis, economic research, and financial strategy.
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Teaching

Summer 2024

  • ECON-200 Microeconomics