Herron named Best Teacher by the graduate Class of 2026
Students say the finance professor packaged complex topics in ways that made them easier to digest.
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2026 Best & Brightest Business Major: Aurrel Bhatia
Poets&QuantsBhatia will be joining Morgan Stanley as an investment banker after graduation.
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Can Wall Street rebound after the Iran War?
Northeastern Global NewsRecent market fluctuations beg questions about whether the market is entering another cycle of volatility driven by geopolitical shocks.
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Turning athletic discipline into financial expertise
“What I've learned is that pursuing my master's degree and competing as a D1 track and field athlete have made me more organized, resilient, and intentional. Doing one or the other wouldn't challenge me in the same way. Balancing both forces me to level up.” – Ryan Slaney, MS in Finance'26
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Industrial banks outperform traditional lenders, new Utah research shows
Utah TechBuzz NewsNew research from the University of Utah Fintech Center shows industrial banks outperform traditional banks in safety, returns, and lending to underserved markets, challenging calls for expanded FDIC regulation.
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How a blockchain simulation is revolutionizing Fintech education
In an award-winning class, Alper Koparan lets students explore the high-stakes world of blockchain, opening doors to future careers.
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How the 360 Huntington Fund and graduate co-op fueled my passion for quantitative finance
“What truly set D'Amore-McKim apart for me was experiential learning, particularly through the 360 Huntington Fund and the graduate co-op. Getting experience in a real Mutual fund and gaining professional work experience sounded amazing, and once I discovered these, I knew this was the perfect program for me.” – Sumit Sharma, MS in Quantitative Finance'24
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Learning business without borders: Graduate students gain global insights over spring break
Students traveled to Iceland, Denmark, London, and Silicon Valley, engaging with industry leaders in finance, sustainability, and global business.
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Igniting an entrepreneur's passion for AI
“Through the AI Strategic Hub Research Practicum, I work closely with business professors on practice-focused research projects using data analytics and machine learning. I'm working on an expert bot project with four integrated AI bots, and we're currently developing features like a collaborative discussion panel.” – Atharva Rotkar, MS in Business Analytics'24
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Shaping an aspiring art gallery owner's career through analytics
“The impactful work I'm doing with Hatua Network is the first experience connecting me to the American corporate world. It has provided me with a significant professional boost and motivation, enhancing my skills and confidence.” – Rashmi Pahari, MS in Business Analytics'24
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A mission to advance women in finance
Since its founding in 2020, the Women in Finance Trek has connected female finance concentrators with alumni while immersing them in the financial services world of New York City.
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Northeastern finance student brings stock market simulations to other aspiring bankers
NGNAfter finding her career path, Alexa LaRue offers fellow students experiential learning in sales and trading, and potentially be recruited by banks.