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In this career event, we welcome Dr. Soohyung Lee, a member of the Monetary Policy Board of the Bank of Korea and a distinguished applied economist, to discuss how knowledge of labor economics is applied in monetary policy decision-making. Drawing from her expertise, Lee will explain how inflation, wage trends, and asset price inflation are analyzed and factored into central bank policy decisions. She will provide insights into how monetary policy\u2014through interest rates and money supply\u2014affects labor markets, including employment conditions and wage growth.<\/p>\n
Additionally, Lee will share her career journey, detailing her transition from academia to the policy-making arena of a central bank. By bridging theory and practice, she will offer a behind-the-scenes look at how policymakers strive to balance price stability and employment. This seminar will provide career-oriented students with valuable insights into the opportunities available in the field of monetary policy and how they can leverage their economic background in real-world policymaking.<\/p>\n
This event is\u00a0exclusively for students of the University of Tokyo. Don’t miss it!<\/p>\n
Wednesday, April 23rd | 12:15-13:00<\/p>\n
TAISEI Conference Room, 14th floor, International Academic Research Building (MAP<\/a>)<\/p>\n Needed. Please register here<\/a><\/p>\n Dr. Soohyung Lee<\/p>\n Dr. Soohyung Lee is currently serving as a member of the Monetary Policy Board (MPB) at the\u00a0Bank of Korea (BOK). The MPB is responsible for making decisions regarding South Korea\u2019s\u00a0monetary policies and overseeing all BOK operations. It consists of seven members: the Following her doctoral studies, she held faculty positions at Seoul National University; the\u00a0University of Maryland, College Park; and Sogang University. She also served as a research\u00a0fellow at Harvard Business School and a visiting professor at Hitotsubashi University and As an economist, Dr. Lee specializes in data-driven research that examines the determinants of efficiency of individuals and markets. Her field of research lies at the intersection of\u00a0Econometrics; Labor, Public, and Development Economics; and Market Design. \n Additional information is available at www.soohyunglee.com<\/a><\/p>\nResigstration<\/h5>\n
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\n Governor, the Senior Deputy Governor, and five individuals recommended by relevant\u00a0authorities. Dr. Lee was recommended by the Minister of Economy and Finance and appointed\u00a0to the MPB in April 2024, with a four-year tenure. She is the youngest member and the first
\n female academic to serve on the MPB, both currently and historically.\u00a0Prior to her appointment at the BOK, Dr. Lee served as a Deputy Director in Korea\u2019s Ministry of\u00a0Economy and Finance before earning her PhD in economics from Stanford University.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\n Waseda University.<\/p>\n
\n Dr. Lee\u2019s academic work is highly regarded among economists, policymakers, and the media. She has received various awards, including the Korean-American Economic Association\u2019s\u00a0Young Economist Award and the Korean Economic Association\u2019s Award for Applied\u00a0Microeconomists. She has advised international organizations such as the World Bank, Asian Development Bank, and Inter-American Development Bank, as well as various Korean\u00a0government agencies and private companies.
\n Dr. Lee\u2019s research and interviews have beenfeatured in renowned news sources such as The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, CNBC, Slate,\u00a0Nikkei Asia, JoongAng Ilbo, Chosun Ilbo, Dong-A Ilbo, Korean Broadcasting System (KBS), and\u00a0Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation (MBC). Additionally, Dr. Lee authored a widely acclaimedbook providing guidance to South Korean parents on children\u2019s education and career development.<\/p>\n