Daniel Brou

Daniel Brou is an Associate Professor and Acting Chair of the Department of Management and Organizational Studies at the University of Western Ontario, cross-appointed to the Department of Economics. He holds a PhD in Economics from Columbia University (2008) and has held academic roles since 2005, including Lecturer and Assistant Professor positions. His research focuses on Economic and Political Integration, Political Economy, and Financial Markets, with notable work on corporate governance, subsidy agreements, and growth dynamics.

Education:

• PhD in Economics, Columbia University (2008)
• MPhil in Economics, Columbia University (2002)
• MA in Economics, University of Toronto (1999)
• BA (Honours Economics), University of Western Ontario (1998)

Research Interests: His work bridges economic theory with policy, emphasizing institutional frameworks, trade agreements, and the interplay between political and economic systems. Recent publications address polycrisis contexts in multinational enterprises and wealth inequality linked to corporate governance.

Awards:

• CMA Teaching Award in Finance (2013)
• Wueller Award for Teaching Excellence (2003)
• Fellowships: Dancap Private Equity, Columbia Teaching, Columbia President’s Scholar

Service: He serves as Undergraduate Curriculum Chair, University Senate member, and has led numerous departmental committees. His teaching includes courses on corporate finance, microeconomics, and political economy at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

Advising & Grants: Supervised undergraduate research projects and participated in PhD examination committees. Secured grants such as the Dancap Faculty Travel Grant ($2,948.97) and Social Science Start-up Research Grant ($6,000).