Dr. Kevin Kaiser

Professor

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Biography

Kevin Kaiser is an Adjunct Full Professor of Finance at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and a Senior Fellow at the Harris Family Alternative Investments Program. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Western Ontario and a PhD in Finance from the Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University. His research focuses on Corporate Finance, Private Equity, and Financial Distress, reflecting a deep engagement with corporate governance and value creation. In addition to his academic work, Kevin has practical experience in Corporate Finance Strategy, having worked with McKinsey & Co. and as a principal at a venture capital-financed marketplace business. Since joining Wharton in 2017, he has been recognized multiple times for his outstanding teaching in executive and MBA courses. His publications include co-authored works such as 'Blue Line Imperative' and many articles in prestigious journals. He teaches various finance courses, including Corporate Restructuring and Distressed Investing, equipping students with essential tools to navigate complex financial scenarios.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Director

2017-01-01 — Present

Harris Family Alternative Investments Program • Philadelphia, PA

Professor of Finance

2017-01-01 — Present

Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania • Philadelphia, PA

Principal

1999-01-01 — 2002-01-01

bfinance.com • USA

Management Consultant

1997-01-01 — 1999-01-01

McKinsey & Company • USA

Awards

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Outstanding Teacher Elective Courses

2004-07-01
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Outstanding Teacher Elective Courses

2005-12-01
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Outstanding Teacher Elective Courses

2006-07-01
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Outstanding Teacher Elective Courses

2007-12-01
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Outstanding Teacher Elective Courses

2008-07-01
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Outstanding Teacher Elective Courses

2009-12-01
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Outstanding Teacher Elective Courses

2007-12-01
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Outstanding Teacher Elective Courses

2011-12-01
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Outstanding Teacher Elective Courses

2012-12-01
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Teaching Excellence Executive Education

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Outstanding Contribution Executive Education

2015-01-01
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Finalist, Business Professor of the Year

2013-01-01

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
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  • Letters of Recommendation (2-3)
  • Resume/CV
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Essays
Specialization Notes

Wharton Doctoral programs cover fields like Finance, Marketing, Management, and Operations, Information and Decisions.