The graduate program in Finance is designed to broaden the student’s understanding of the issues that are inherent in the finance decision-making process—focusing on the impact of such decisions for both the public and private sectors of the economy. The Department of Finance is dedicated to offering a conceptually grounded, quality education for a diverse community of learners. Central to this mission is providing a foundation for lifelong learning, as well as enhanced professional and intellectual growth, for our community of students, faculty, business and alumni. DR WILLIAM M. SCHOLL CHAIR IN FINANCE Through the generosity of the Scholl Foundation, this endowed chair was established in support of nationally recognized scholars in the field of financial management. Professor Keith Howe, Ph.D., has been holder of the Scholl Chair since 1986. DRIEHAUS CHAIR AND CENTER IN BEHAVIORAL FINANCE Through the generosity of Richard H. Driehaus and Driehaus Lead Trust, an endowed chair and a center for behavioral finance have been established in the support of an innovative, interdisciplinary field that examines the psychology of investing and financial markets. Professor Werner F. M. DeBondt has been named Chair and Director of the center as of Fall 2002. THE REAL ESTATE CENTER AT DEPAUL Uniquely situated in history, geography, architecture and business tradition at the heart of North America, Chicago is home to major real estate institutions, organizations, developers and investors. Some of the nation’s largest REITs and institutional investment managers are headquartered here, as are real estate professional associations. The Real Estate Center at DePaul provides a continuum of educational and career enrichment opportunities. The Center is supported by annual corporate, institutional and individual memberships. Dr. Susanne Cannon is the Center Director.
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