A distinguished researcher with publications in top-tier finance journals including:
Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis (JFQA)
Journal of Corporate Finance (JCF)
Journal of Banking and Finance (JBF)
经济研究 (Economic Research Journal)
Tech-Savvy Financial Expert
Leading the intersection of finance and technology through:
Pioneering work in AI agents and their applications in finance
Development of Agentic Financial Analysis frameworks
Integration of Generative AI in financial research and education
Educational Innovation
Shaping the future of financial education:
Founded the innovative Financial Analytics program
Achieved 138 student enrollment within the first year
Maintained 100% success rate in graduate employment with return offers
Teaching Philosophy
Dr. Zhang's teaching approach emphasizes the integration of technology in the classroom. He uses tools such as Python programming, Dataiku, and generative AI (e.g., ChatGPT) to enhance the learning experience. His goal is to foster a problem-solving mindset in students, preparing them for successful careers in finance and data analytics.
Courses Developed
Advanced Financial Modeling
Financial Data Analytics I & II
Graduate courses in the Master of Finance program
Achievements
Financial Management Association International 2022 Innovation in Teaching Award, Runner-up
Published multiple peer-reviewed articles in high-quality journals
Developed and launched the Financial Analytics concentration for Finance majors
Contributions
Dr. Zhang has significantly contributed to the development of the Financial Data Analytics concentration and the Master of Finance program at the University of Arkansas. He is also involved in various service activities, including mentoring junior faculty and participating in departmental committees.
Contact Information
For more information or to get in touch with Dr. Zhang, please email xzhang at walton uark