Senior Analyst
Michael Francis is a Senior Analyst in the Advanced Economies Division of the International Department. His primary interests lie within the field of international macroeconomics. Michael’s other research interests include resource economics and international trade. Before joining the Bank of Canada, Michael lectured in economics at the University of Canberra, Australian National University and Carleton University. He has also had temporary appointments at the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific as well as at the Canadian Department of Finance. Michael holds an undergraduate degree from Flinders University of South Australia as well as an M.A. and Ph.D. in Economics from Carleton University in Ottawa.