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Minsu Ko is a Senior Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Finance in the Department of Banking and Finance.

Minsu completed his PhD at the Ohio State University. He also holds a master’s degree in finance and a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Seoul National University in South Korea. His primary research interests lie in corporate finance, corporate payouts, and demographic finance. He has presented his research at major international academic conferences.

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Finance, PhD, Ohio State University

22 Aug 2017 → 7 May 2023

Award Date: 7 May 2023

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Financial management

Unit Code: MBO5004

Duration: 6 weeks

Contact Hours: 20-24 hours of study per week

Credit Points: 6

Description:

A key focus of this unit is to make use of digital platforms and explore new developments in finance, such as employing Fintech, peer-to-peer lending, and making investment decisions under uncertainty. The unit will also provide an introduction to financial statement analysis and core concepts such as discounted cash flow techniques, corporate capital budgeting and valuation and explore issues involved in the firm’s financing.

PhD Scholarship in Marine Conservation Finance

Monash university , australia.

Job No.:  662857

Location: Clayton campus

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: 3-year and 6-month fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: The successful applicant will receive a Research Living Allowance, at current value of $35,013AUD per annum 2024 full-time rate (tax-free stipend), indexed plus allowances as per RTP stipend scholarship conditions at: www.monash.edu/graduate-research/study/scholarships/scholarship-policy-and-procedures . Domestic applicants will be prioritised, however, a tuition fee scholarship and Single Overseas Health Cover (OSHC) will be provided for a successful international awardee.

The Opportunity

This PhD scholarship will align with the Australian Research Council (ARC) funded project, ‘ Sustainable Business Models for Marine Conservation ’, conducted by Dr Benjamin Thompson .

Marine conservation remains severely underfunded despite the pressing need to safeguard ocean resources, ecosystems, and coastal communities effectively and equitably. Alongside philanthropic donations and grants, innovative financing models for marine conservation are now emerging through private sector actors such as corporations, entrepreneurs, and investors. Dr Thompson’s project will investigate under which circumstances sustainable business models can be developed to generate profit alongside positive marine conservation outcomes. The successful applicant will develop a relatable but distinct project; for example, examining relationships between the institutional, financial, and/or business aspects of marine conservation, and optionally, linking to broader developments around the blue economy.

Undertaking this PhD as part of a larger project has several advantages. First, the successful candidate will be integrated into an already successful research agenda that has been funded by the ARC, and will have access to funding to support for fieldwork travel and conference attendance. Second, the candidate will benefit from expert supervision from research leaders in environmental social science. Finally, the candidate will benefit from being part of outcomes from the research, which may include co-authored publications, funded symposia, school-engagement exercises, and future grant applications.

Monash University is ranked 42nd in the world in the 2024 QS World University Rankings. It is also ranked 21st in the world for performance against the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the 2023 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings. Monash is the largest university in Australia and the applicant will be based at the Clayton campus in Melbourne – regularly ranked among the most livable cities in the world. The School of Social Science sits within the Faculty of Arts, and collaborates extensively with the Faculty of Science, Faculty of Business and Economics, and the Monash Sustainable Development Institute (MSDI), among others.

Candidate Requirements

The successful applicant will have at least one degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., geography, environmental science, business, economics, finance). Specific experience across conservation science, environmental finance, corporate sustainability and/or human geography would be advantageous. They will also have experience conducting social science research methods, whilst experience with other research methods such as geospatial analysis, ecological census techniques, and/or economic and financial analysis would be advantageous. Dr Thompson’s project will afford the successful applicant optional opportunities for fieldwork in Fiji and/or the Philippines, but applicants are welcome to propose fieldwork in countries where they have pre-existing existing connections, including Australia.

The successful applicant will have an excellent academic track record. In its assessment, the selection committee will prioritise applicants who hold an Australian (or equivalent international) Honours or Master’s degree (both in a relevant field), with a significant research component and with first-class honours/H1 awarded. Candidates are advised to discuss their experience with prior research projects (e.g., Masters thesis) including the methods used, in their application.

Details of eligibility requirements, including English-language proficiency skills, to undertake a PhD in the Faculty of Arts are available at www.monash.edu/arts/graduate_research/how-to-apply . Applicants should ensure they familiarise themselves with these requirements before deciding whether they should apply.

Scholarship holders must be enrolled full-time and on campus in Melbourne. Please note: applicants who already hold a PhD will not be considered.

The successful applicant will be expected to enrol by September 2024. However, there may be some flexibility as to the date of commencement.

Submit an Expression of Interest

EOIs shall comprise:

• A cover letter that includes a brief statement of the applicant’s suitability and desire to undertake a PhD in this area
• A brief research proposal not exceeding 750 words in length (excluding references) that fits within the project scope, demonstrates some understanding of the research area, and suggests a few potential research questions of interest
• A curriculum vitae, including a list of any published works, conference presentations, and relevant work experience. Degree grades / WAMs and thesis grades should be clearly stated
• A full statement of academic record and official grading system (if available), supported by scanned copies of relevant certified documentation
• English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
• Contact details of 2 academic referees
• Copy of your current passport (if available)

Once you have discussed your EOI with Dr Benjamin Thompson, please submit your Expression of Interest Form and indicate that you are applying for a “Special Scholarship Scheme – PhD Scholarship in Marine Conservation Finance”.

Dr Benjamin S. Thompson, School of Social Sciences,  [email protected]

Closing Date

Wednesday 27 March 2024, 11:55pm AEDT

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This program provides doctoral (PhD) students with the opportunity to develop expertise in their chosen discipline through the completion of a supervised research project.

Each student is also supported through a development program aimed at building the knowledge, skills and abilities that will help them to become more effective researchers, and develop general professional skills of value to prospective employers in academia, industry, government and the broader community.

This program is offered by the Arts Research Graduate School, and is also applicable to students studying externally.

Program requirements

All PhD students will be required to undertake compulsory training in the following areas:

• Monash Graduate Research Induction (online)
• Research Integrity (online)
• faculty induction, including occupational health and safety (where required)
• professional development as part of the Monash Doctoral Program.

Professional development component

Students must, in consultation with their supervisor(s), satisfactorily complete a minimum of 120 hours of graduate research professional development activities offered or recognised by the University:

• 60 hours (minimum) of professional development activities offered or recognised from the 'Excellence in research and teaching' category
• 60 hours (minimum) of professional development activities offered or recognised from the 'Professionalism, innovation and career' category.

Students will discuss with their supervisors which optional activities best suit their interests and area of study and complete any mandated activities. Students are required to update their supervisors on their progress toward achieving the required hours of professional development activities.

Students may also be directed or encouraged to attend and make presentations at various forums throughout their enrolment.

For detailed information about the options available in this PhD program, visit the Monash Doctoral Program Monash Doctoral Program ( http://www.monash.edu/graduate-research/future-students/phd ) webpage.

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This fall, Vanderbilt Peabody College of education and human development seeks to strengthen and advance its global reach. The Peabody Research Office will expand its mission and strategy to include Peabody Global Initiatives. Peabody Global Initiatives will support faculty to pursue international research and disseminate knowledge as well as develop impactful partnerships and networks through a culturally and contextually responsive, collaborative, and data-driven approach.

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