PhD in Finance
The PhD concentration in finance emphasizes theoretical economics and provides a rigorous, analytically-grounded education. The Finance Department has a long and prominent intellectual history. Ideas that we now take as commonplace, such as moral hazard problems caused by deposit insurance and the Hansen-Jagannathan bounds in asset-pricing, have their origin at the Carlson School.
About the Program
Faculty members are also dedicated to producing top-flight scholars by offering both doctoral courses that focus on cutting edge research as well as collaborative research opportunities. Students who have strong interests and abilities in quantitative methods, mathematics, and economics will find this program both challenging and stimulating.
Finance Seminars & Conferences
Learn more about the events and conferences presented by the Carlson School of Management's Finance Department.
Alumni Perspectives
Xuelin Li
"As a PhD student, the Carlson School of Management has given me everything I could ask for and more. The exceptional faculty support and collegial environment were crucial in guiding me from an undergraduate student to a focused researcher. The faculty's diverse expertise and openness to novel topics allowed me to explore various areas of finance research. The program's strong connections with leading companies provided valuable market insights, bridging the gap between theory and practice. From thought-provoking seminars to relaxing road trips and winter adventures, I will always be grateful for the opportunities and memories offered by Carlson."
Assistant Professor of Business, Finance Division
Columbia Business School
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