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Doctor of Philosophy in Financial Economics
PURPOSE
The Ph.D. program in Financial Economics is designed to develop scholars and researchers capable of advancing knowledge in the field of financial economics. The program aims to equip students with a deep understanding of financial theories, empirical methods, and advanced analytical tools, all within the financial framework. Graduates will be prepared for careers in academia, research institutions, and high-level policy-making positions, where they can apply their expertise to influence financial practices in ways that reflect integrity, stewardship, and ethical responsibility as taught in the Biblical principles.
OBJECTIVES
Upon completing this degree, students will be able to:
- Develop advanced knowledge and understanding of the core principles and advanced concepts in financial economics, including financial theory, investment analysis, international finance, and financial markets.
- Foster a global perspective on financial economics, recognizing the interconnectedness of global financial markets and the importance of international financial policies and practices.
- Specialized Expertise: Offer specialized training in various emphasis areas such as financial economics, investment and financial management, corporate finance and investment, and finance and accounting. Students are encouraged to tailor their studies to their research interests and career goals, while also considering how their work can serve broader societal needs in line with biblical teachings on service and stewardship.
- Have a strong sense of ethical responsibility and professional standards and apply biblical principles such as honesty, fairness, and respect for others in their professional conduct.
Core Courses
16 Credit Hours(Select 4 courses)
FE 800 Financial Theory and Corporate Policy |
4 |
FE 801 Advanced Investment Analysis |
4 |
FE 802 International Finance |
4 |
FE 803 Financial Markets and Institutions |
4 |
FE 804 Empirical Methods in Finance |
4 |
FE 805 Advanced Econometrics |
4 |
FE 806 Biblical Principles of Finance and Economics |
4 |
FE 807 Ethical Leadership in Finance and Economics |
4 |
Emphases Courses
16 Credit Hours(Select 4 courses)
Financial Economics |
|
FE 810 Advanced Financial Economics |
4 |
FE 811 Financial Econometrics |
4 |
FE 812 Behavioral Finance |
4 |
FE 813 Empirical Asset Pricing |
4 |
FE 814 International Financial Markets |
4 |
FE 815 Corporate Finance Theory |
4 |
ESG Finance |
|
ES 812 Principles of Sustainable Finance |
4 |
ES 813 ESG Reporting and Disclosure |
4 |
ES 814 Corporate Social Responsibility |
4 |
ES 815 Environmental Economics and Policy |
4 |
Elective Courses
8 Credit Hours
FE 816 FinTech and Innovation |
4 |
FE 817 Real Estate Finance |
4 |
FE 818 Financial Econometrics |
4 |
FE 819 Venture Capital and Private Equity |
4 |
Research Method
8 Credit Hours
RS 861 Research Design |
2 |
RS 862 Quantitative Research Methods |
3 |
RS 863 Qualitative Research Methods |
3 |
Dissertation
9 Credit Hours
Capstone Course
3 Credit Hours
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