Debra Touhey

Dr. Debra Touhey is an instructor at Texas A&M International University (TAMIU), specializing in teaching MBA programs in International Banking and Finance. She holds a Doctorate in Finance from Northcentral University (2015). With extensive career highlights including roles as CFO, VP, CEO, bank president, IRS expert witness, and fraud investigation consultant, she brings practical industry experience to her teaching. She teaches courses in Finance Management, Forensics, and Managerial Accounting.

Her educational background includes a focus on applying real-world financial theories to classroom settings. She emphasizes learning outcomes such as capital budgeting, international finance principles, and forensic accounting techniques. Dr. Touhey’s teaching philosophy centers on demystifying complex financial concepts through accessible methods, including video lectures, forums, and practical Excel-based exercises. She maintains an active online presence via her YouTube channel (Teaching With 2E) and a dedicated website offering resources like calculator tutorials and financial statement analysis tools.

Research interests revolve around bridging educational theory and financial practice, with a focus on managerial accounting, fraud detection mechanisms, and international banking frameworks. She actively engages students through forums and encourages collaborative learning through her platform ‘Students Helping Students.’