Dr. Tom Hagenberg

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Tom Hagenberg is an Assistant Professor in the Accounting Information & Management Department at the Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University. His research focuses on the determinants and economic consequences of disclosures, with particular emphasis on highly regulated industries such as banking and insurance. He holds both a Ph.D. and an MBA from Indiana University. Tom serves as a referee for several academic journals including the Journal of Accounting Economics and Management Science, reflecting his active engagement in the academic community. His teaching involves courses like Financial Accounting, where he educates students on constructing and understanding financial reports, emphasizing the importance of decisions made in the financial reporting process and the evaluation of accounting data. He employs a blended learning format that combines online learning with face-to-face classroom experiences, fostering a collaborative and engaging learning environment.

Research Interests

Courses

Financial Accounting

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.