Dr. Bryan Routledge

Associate Professor

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Biography

Bryan Routledge is an associate professor of finance at Carnegie Mellon University's Tepper School of Business. He received his Ph.D. in Finance from the University of British Columbia in 1996 and holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Queen's University, awarded in 1987. Bryan's research encompasses a wide array of topics in finance, particularly focusing on the application of quantitative text analysis and natural language processing to address critical economic and financial research questions. His current work includes examining how management discussions convey risk, and the use of social media to track public opinion. Furthermore, his research delves into the quantitative properties of asset prices and their relationship with macroeconomic factors, including understanding risk attitudes and asset pricing dynamics. Bryan has taught a diverse range of courses at the Tepper School, including an introductory finance course for MBA students and Financial Economics for MSCF students, as well as a specialized class on implementing quantitative strategies. He is also actively involved in the school’s Executive Education Programs in finance.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2002-01-01 — Present

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Teaching and researching in finance.

Assistant Professor

1995-01-01 — 2002-01-01

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Engaged in teaching and research in finance.

Research Affiliate

2018-01-01 — Present

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Conducting research in finance-related projects.

Accountant

1987-01-01 — 1990-01-01

Price Waterhouse • Calgary, Canada

Handled accounting functions for clients.

Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Verbal
Required:158
Quantitative
Required:149
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Research experience/publications
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • GRE scores (optional but reported in profile)
  • English Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo)
Specialization Notes

Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.