Sector:
Research
(Honors Thesis, Independent Research Studies, University Scholars Program and Graduate School)
The research sector provides collaborative guidance and mentoring to undergraduate students working on their Honors Thesis, Independent Research Studies, University Scholars Program (USP), and helps students explore opportunities in pursuing a Ph.D. in Finance or other Business-related areas. The research sector provides additional technical training (e.g., programming, regression analysis, and econometrics) and research funding opportunities, including funding support for research projects and conferences. This sector also engages current Ph.D. students and program directors at Warrington for mentoring.
Leadership
Student Leaders
Faculty Advisors
Expectations
Weekly Activities Covering:
- Advanced quantitative methods – math, statistics, and econometrics training
- Programming and coding skills to analyze (big) data and carry out Machine Learning tools (e.g., Python, R, and statistical programs training)
- Research Assistant experience
- Monthly Finance Ph.D. Reading Group
- Networking night
- Exploring Ph.D. programs
Research Opportunities, Conferences & Alumni Engagement:
- Paul Cutler Research Scholarship (Email Andy Naranjo)
- Florida Undergraduate Research Conference (FURC)
- IAES Annual Best Undergraduate Paper Award
- FMA | Atlanta | October 2022
- AFA | New Orleans | January 2023
FPD Sectors
Questions?
Dr. Max Dolinsky
Clinical Assistant Professor & Director of Undergraduate Finance Major Professional Development
Email Max | 352.256.2047