Dr. Michael Holder

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Michael Holder is a lawyer and management consultant with a focus on financial services firms. He works with North Star Legal and North Star Consultants, and throughout his career, he has helped firms navigate the complex and evolving regulatory landscape in Canada, particularly within the FinTech sector. He has played a vital role in creating innovative investment products and services, as well as managing compliance programs and risks. In addition to his consulting work, Michael is actively involved in teaching, providing insights into Fintech Disruption in Banking at Ivey Business School. He also teaches Securities Law at Windsor Law School, sharing his extensive knowledge and expertise in financial regulations and investment strategies with students.

Research Interests

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Two academic references
  • Sample of written work (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of academic intent
  • Transcripts
  • CV (optional)
Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.