Rethinking Financial Education Through Applied Research
We've spent the last eight years developing teaching methods that bridge the gap between academic theory and real business challenges. Our approach combines behavioral finance insights with practical application, creating learning experiences that actually prepare people for market realities.
Three Core Methodologies
Our teaching framework draws from cognitive science research and fifteen years of field testing with business professionals across different market conditions.
Scenario-Based Learning Architecture
We construct learning environments using historical market data and real business case studies. Students work through actual scenarios that happened during the 2008 crisis, Brexit uncertainty, and pandemic disruptions.
- Multi-variable decision trees based on real events
- Stress-testing financial models under different conditions
- Analysis of behavioral patterns during market volatility
Collaborative Research Integration
Our curriculum integrates ongoing research from behavioral economics, risk management, and market psychology. Students participate in studies that contribute to academic understanding while developing practical skills.
- Partnership with Glasgow University economics department
- Quarterly research projects with industry partners
- Publication opportunities in financial education journals
Evidence-Based Curriculum Development
Since 2017, we've tracked learning outcomes across 1,200 students using cognitive assessment tools and long-term career progression data. This research shapes how we structure course content and delivery methods.
Dr. Helena Kowalski leads our research initiatives, bringing expertise from her previous work at the Bank of England and her current position at Strathclyde Business School. Her team publishes findings quarterly in peer-reviewed journals.
Behavioral Finance Applications