Prof. Yankuo Qiao, The George B. Delaplaine Jr. School of Business, Hood College, United States
Yankuo Qiao is an Assistant Professor of Finance at Hood College’s George B. Delaplaine Jr. School of Business, where he began in August 2022. Prior to this, he held the position of Visiting Assistant Professor of Finance at Oakland University. His academic journey is marked by a strong focus on finance, having completed a Ph.D. in Management from Rutgers Business School, specializing in Finance and Economics. His research interests span corporate finance, governance, behavioral finance, and corporate social responsibility, among others. Dr. Qiao’s work has been presented at numerous prestigious conferences globally, such as the American Finance Association and the Western Economic Association. With a passion for teaching and mentoring, he imparts knowledge across various finance and management disciplines. His academic achievements and contributions continue to shape the next generation of business leaders while advancing research in finance.
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Summary of Suitability for the Research for Best Researcher Award
Dr. Yankuo Qiao is a highly qualified candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. With a Ph.D. in Management from Rutgers Business School, Dr. Qiao has made notable contributions in finance and economics, particularly in corporate finance, governance, and corporate social responsibility. His academic journey is marked by a Dean’s Dissertation Fellowship, which reflects his scholarly excellence.
Education
Yankuo Qiao holds a Ph.D. in Management with a focus on Finance and Economics from Rutgers Business School, completed in May 2021. His dissertation, “Three Essays in Corporate Management and Firm Policy,” reflects his deep expertise in corporate finance, with a committee chaired by renowned professors Ivan Brick, Darius Palia, and others. His academic journey began with a B.Sc. in Economics from the School of Business, Shandong University in May 2014. He later pursued an M.Sc. in Quantitative Finance from Rutgers Business School, graduating in May 2016, further enhancing his skills in financial analysis, corporate governance, and investment strategies. His education, combined with his research, has given him a solid foundation for his teaching and professional career, particularly in areas such as corporate governance, behavioral finance, and international business.
Experience
Dr. Yankuo Qiao is currently serving as an Assistant Professor of Finance at Hood College, where he has been since August 2022. He previously held the role of Visiting Assistant Professor of Finance at Oakland University from August 2021 to July 2022. During his academic tenure, he has taught various finance and business-related courses, including Managerial Finance, Corporate Finance, and International Business, at both undergraduate and graduate levels. His expertise extends beyond teaching, as he is also actively involved in academic research and publishing, with a particular focus on corporate governance, corporate social responsibility, and behavioral finance. His teaching experience spans esteemed institutions like Rutgers Business School, where he served as a primary instructor for advanced finance courses. Dr. Qiao’s experience also includes organizing workshops, contributing to curriculum development, and mentoring students in research methodologies.
Awards and Honors
Throughout his academic career, Dr. Yankuo Qiao has garnered several accolades that reflect his dedication to excellence. Notably, he was awarded the prestigious Dean’s Dissertation Fellowship for Academic Excellence at Rutgers Business School during his Ph.D. studies. His dissertation work, recognized for its insightful contributions to corporate finance and firm policy, earned him further acclaim in his field. Additionally, Dr. Qiao’s research has been featured in top-tier conferences, such as the American Finance Association (AFA) Annual Meeting and the Financial Management Association Annual Meeting. His paper presentations have been well-received at notable venues like the Western Economic Association International, where his innovative research on corporate governance and behavioral finance continues to influence academia. He has also been invited to numerous seminars and conferences worldwide, showcasing his expertise and dedication to advancing financial research.
Research Focus
Dr. Yankuo Qiao’s research primarily revolves around corporate finance, governance, and social responsibility, with a keen interest in understanding how corporate decision-making affects firm performance. He explores the dynamics of corporate governance, particularly in how internal and external mechanisms influence a CEO’s investment cycle and decision-making. His research also delves into behavioral finance, examining the psychological factors that affect financial decisions, and corporate social responsibility, exploring its impact on firm value and sustainability. Additionally, Dr. Qiao applies machine learning techniques to financial analysis, investigating the implications of textual data in finance and accounting. His current projects include studies on hate crimes’ impact on analyst behaviors, CEO career experiences in China, and the nexus of top management teams’ structures with stock liquidity and valuation. His forward-looking research is presented at global conferences, contributing significantly to the fields of finance and governance.
Publuaction Top Notes
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The Application in the Portfolio of China’s A-share Market with Fama-French Five-Factor Model and the Robust Median Covariance Matrix
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Impact of Internal Governance on a CEO’s Investment Cycle
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The impact of external business environment on corporate social responsibility: Theoretical implications and empirical evidence
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CEO turnover, stakeholder management, and dynamics between corporate social responsibility and firm performance
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Attunement theory, CEO’s cyclical influence on corporate social responsibility and firm value