Dr. Ser Huang Poon

Professor

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Biography

Ser-Huang Poon graduated from the National University of Singapore with a degree in Accountancy, and obtained a Master's degree in Accounting Finance and a PhD in Finance from Lancaster University. He is currently a Professor of Finance at the Manchester Business School. Poon has significantly contributed to doctoral training in the UK and Europe over an extended period. In 2002, he established the ESRC funded UK-wide Advanced Doctoral Training Programme in Finance, focusing on MSc in Quantitative Finance and Financial Engineering in collaboration with the School of Mathematics. He has managed European doctoral training programs and has been involved in several successful research training bids, including a €3.7 million euro initiative on Risk Management and Risk Reporting. His research primarily centers on volatility, credit risk, liquidity, and the quantitative aspects of risk management, with numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals. He has been recognized with various awards for his work, including several accolades related to his research contributions in finance and management.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor of Finance

— Present

Manchester Business School • Manchester

Holds a professorship focusing on various aspects of finance including risk management and investment.

Awards

#2005

Financial Analysts Journal Graham Dodd Scroll Award Excellence

#1983

Top student award

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Alliance Manchester Business School Post Graduate Taught Academic Year Nominee

Requirements for University of Manchester

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science subject Strong background in mathematics and physics
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency certificate
Specialization Notes

Includes MSc in Advanced Electrical Power Systems and MSc in Communications and Signal Processing.