“We Are GSM” Series Video Featuring Professor Prasad Naik
An internationally recognized marketing expert, Professor Naik gives a primer on the impact on sales and competitors’ sales based on allocation and attribution strategies. And shares about his love of cooking and paragliding off cliffs in the Bay Area! Watch the video.
Poets&Quants Thought Leadership Video Series: Professor Robert Marquez on Banking and Finance
In this wide-ranging interview with Poets&Quants Founder John A. Byrne, Professor Marquez opens up about his academic life, his research on the behavior of financial institutions and teaching about banking and corporate finance.
"We Are GSM" - Meet Professor Don Palmer
Professor Donald Palmer studies why otherwise law-abiding, ethical and socially responsible people participate in wrongful courses of behavior. His conclusions are based on an understanding of basic psychological, social psychological and sociological processes that shape human behavior. Watch the video.
Decoding Illicit Networks: Fintech Apps are New Frontier for Illegal Drug Trafficking
Drug dealers go digital, deeply embedded in Venmo
Assistant Professor Pantelis Loupos blogs about his research using sophisticated machine learning to uncover how illegal drug dealers have co-opted Venmo—and the need for more regulatory measures and innovations in crime prevention.
Talking Tableau: Former Vice President Jock Mackinlay on Data Visualization
Powerful visuals unlock collaborative potential
MSBA Lecturer Mak Ahmad hosted Tableau's Former Vice President Dr. Jock Mackinlay who shared his insights on data visualization, collaboration and passion.
Meet Michael Ueltzen: From Big 4 CPA to Expert Witness
How earning a CPA and developing communication skills may lead to forensic accounting
MPAc student Kyle Anderson asks Lecturer Michael Ueltzen about the intriguing field of forensic accounting, the skills needed, and professional development for aspiring forensic accountants.
Navigating the Sticky Terrain of Creative Shifts
The challenges of market repositioning for authors, artists and career switchers
In a world that seeks innovation and celebrates reinvention, our research findings invite us to reflect on the perceptual biases that may hold these endeavors back, says Professor Greta Hsu.
"We Are GSM" - Meet Professor Ayako Yasuda
Professor of Finance Ayako Yasuda shares about her pioneering research on the private equity industry and the responsible investment movement—as well as her love of food and cooking! Watch the video.
From Authors to Career Switchers: Professor Greta Hsu on Market Category Constraints
Poets&Quants: UC Davis Thought Leadership Video Series
In the latest UC Davis Thought Leadership Series, John Byrne interviews Professor Greta Hsu, whose pioneering research on “categorical stickiness” explains how moviemakers, tobacco companies and book authors position themselves in the market.
Assistant Professor Xinlei Li Brings Data Analytics Expertise to MPAc
Q&A with newest faculty member
Introducing Xinlei Li, an expert in ESG finance practices and data analytics, who is dedicated to educating aspiring accountants for the ever-changing, technology-driven landscape of the future.
From Apple to Academia: Professor Andrew Hargadon on Innovation
Poets&Quants: UC Davis Thought Leadership Video Series
Catch the first in our series of UC Davis Thought Leadership spotlights with Poets&Quants. Professor Andrew Hargadon is at the forefront of teaching, research and practice in cross-disciplinary entrepreneurship.
Machine Learning Algos vs. Wall Street Stock Analysts
Our research on forecasting and overreacting predictions breaks new ground
Are robots better stock analysts than humans? Assistant Professor Keer Yang explains his latest research that shows the use of machine learning methods offers certain advantages, but it doesn't strictly outperform human analysts.
Brewing a More Sustainable and Nutritious Future
Upcycling spent beer grains can pack foods and beverages with sustainable nutrition
Are beer grains the next big breakthrough to battle global malnutrition? GSM Senior Scholar Harold Schmitz's latest groundbreaking food research shows that upcycled brewers’ spent grain is rich in protein and fiber and more sustainable than other plant-based ingredients.
Introducing Ayung Tseng: Enriching UC Davis with a Passion for Research
Bringing her expertise and vision to MPAc
Meet Assistant Professor Ayung Tseng, who shares about her academic journey, insights into accounting's future and advice for students and aspiring accountants.
"We Are GSM" - Meet Professor Gina Dokko
Professor Gina Dokko, a leading expert in organizational behavior, specializes in job mobility, with a particular focus on boomerang workers and the advantages of rehiring former employees. Watch the video.
"We Are GSM" - Meet Distinguished Professor Paul Griffin
Distinguished Professor Paul Griffin is a leading international expert on accounting, financial information, and now focuses his research on climate change risks for companies and their emissions disclosures to inform better investors. Watch the video.
Ascending to the Top Rung of Finance
Three female CFOs say the timing has never been better for young women to become tomorrow’s finance chiefs
Lecturer Suzy Taherian has achieved success in a notably male-dominated field as a finance chief for technology startups, currently serving as a CFO for the fifth time.
Russian Oligarch Roman Abramovich Invested In Startups That Received U.S. Government Contracts
Professor Ayako Yasuda: start-ups may struggle to trace financial sources.
It’s not unusual for startups to be in the dark about where the money they’re raising is coming from, especially in funding rounds where VC firms and funds may pool resources from a number of investors, said Professor Ayako Yasuda.
How To Handle The Overly Competitive Friend In Your Life Because, TBH, It Can Be Exhausting
Is competition always bad? It depends on what's driving it, and competition exists on a spectrum. "People who are high in trait competitiveness will tend to perceive a non-competitive situation as being competitive, " said Professor Stephen Garcia.
Indiana Jones 5 Gets Slammed in Reviews - But New Study Suggests Poor Scores Can Lead to Box Office Success
Assistant Professor Pantelis Loupos and MSBA students analyze pre-release reviews
"We wanted to see if we could predict a movie's success based on these reviews. As it turned out, the so-called harbingers of failure did exist," Loupos told the Daily Mail.