Dr. Philippe Van Der Beck

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Philippe van der Beck is an Assistant Professor in the Finance Unit at Harvard Business School. He teaches a Finance course in the MBA required curriculum and conducts research focused on empirical asset pricing, sustainable finance, and structural estimation. His work has examined the influence of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) flows on asset prices, the demand systems associated with asset pricing, and the interactions between retail traders and institutional investors. His research has been highlighted in prominent publications such as the Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg. Before joining HBS, Philippe obtained his Ph.D. in Finance from École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne and the Swiss Finance Institute. He also holds a Master’s degree in Finance from Imperial College Business School and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Ludwig Maximilians University in Germany. In addition to his academic role, Philippe works as an academic consultant at Capital Fund Management in France.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

Harvard Business School • Boston, MA

Teaches a Finance course in the MBA required curriculum.

Awards

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Doctoral Program Thesis Distinction

2023-01-01

Requirements for Harvard Business School

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GMAT
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative and analytical background
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

The PhD in Business Administration is the primary doctoral degree encompassing various areas of study including Business Economics, Accounting, and Strategy.