Teaching

Since joining Fairfield University in Fall 2017, I have taught Introduction to Finance and Principles of Investment at the undergraduate level, Research Methods in Finance at the master's level, and Quantitative Research Methods II at the Executive DBA level. Brief course descriptions are provided below.

Quantitative Research Methods II (BUSN 7550)

This second-year Executive DBA course in quantitative research methods introduces modern econometric tools and techniques for the purpose of evaluating hypotheses, interpreting results, and drawing statistical inferences. Topics covered include multiple linear regression, fixed effects models, limited dependent variable models, instrumental variables, difference-in-differences, and an introduction to time series analysis. Students read both classic and cutting-edge journal articles, and discussion of the articles is used to emphasize model development and application. 

Research Methods in Finance (FNCE 6595)

This master's-level course covers common econometric techniques used in finance research. Students are asked to develop original research questions, outline hypotheses, collect and clean data, perform empirical tests, and draw appropriate inferences. The principle topics covered include ordinary least squares (OLS) regression, panel data, limited dependent variable models, fixed effects, endogeneity, instrumental variables regression, and time series models.  

Principles of Investment (FNCE 3210)

This undergraduate course offers a general view of the operation of security markets and the factors that influence security prices. Core topics include measures of risk and return, portfolio optimization, asset pricing models, equity valuation (DCF models), bond valuation, and bond portfolio management.

Introduction to Finance (FNCE 2101)

This undergraduate course introduces students to the basic financial concepts, techniques, and analyses involving financial markets, investments, and financial management. The primary topics covered include an overview of financial markets, time value of money, interest rate determinants, stock valuation, bond valuation, efficient diversification, capital budgeting techniques (e.g. NPV), and financial statement analysis.