Academic Courses & Education
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Featured Courses
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Precious Metals Options
This course will explore the evolving role of precious metals, banks, and the real economy. From the 19th century to the early 20th century, the U.S. dollar was linked to gold, with the value of the dollar underpinned by government-held gold reserves.
Corporate and Industry Restructuring
This course addresses issues in corporate finance and governance. Topics include mergers and acquisitions, demergers, leveraged transactions, takeover defenses, financial distress, executive compensation, and shareholder activism.
Teaching Philosophy
How Professor Vanderbilt approaches academic instruction
Professor Vanderbilt believes in fostering critical thinking and real-world application in his teaching. His approach combines theoretical knowledge with practical case studies to prepare students for the complexities of modern finance and corporate governance.
"My goal is not just to transmit information, but to cultivate judgment, analytical thinking, and ethical decision-making. Students should leave my courses not just knowing more, but thinking differently."
Academic Background
Educational qualifications and academic positions
Educational Qualifications
- DoctorateHarvard University1994
- MBA (Business Economics)Harvard University1993
- JDHarvard Law School1991
- MBAHarvard Business School1991
- Bachelor's in EconomicsHarvard University1985