Atif Ellahie

Atif Ellahie serves as Associate Professor and Director of the Accounting PhD Program within the School of Accounting at the David Eccles School of Business, University of Utah. His research bridges accounting and financial economics with emphasis on risk assessment, financial disclosure practices, and asset valuation methodologies.

Educational qualifications include:

• Doctorate from London Business School
• Master of Accounting and Finance from London School of Economics
• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation

Ellahie's scholarly work examines empirical intersections between accounting standards and market economics, particularly investigating how risk metrics influence disclosure frameworks and valuation models. His industry background includes ten years in investment banking where he advised corporations on capital structuring, merger strategies, and financing solutions, providing practical context for his academic research published in premier journals. Teaching portfolio spans accounting principles, financial analysis, and valuation techniques across undergraduate and graduate programs.

Professional recognition includes:

• Kenneth J. Hanni Teaching Award for instructional excellence