Jeffrey Hopper

Jeffrey Hopper is a faculty member in the Department of Economics and Business at Transylvania University's School of Business. As both an alumnus (B.A. Business Administration, 1994) and educator, he brings unique perspective to business education within a liberal arts context.

His research focuses on:

• Labor economics
• Financial Markets and Risk Assessment

Dr. Hopper's teaching philosophy emphasizes understanding over memorization, helping students connect business concepts rather than treating them as isolated information. He believes Transylvania's liberal arts environment cultivates essential problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills that give business graduates competitive advantages in the workforce.

His notable recognitions include:

• Bingham Start-up Grant Recipient
• Bingham Award for Excellence in Teaching
• Beta Gamma Sigma Academic Honor Society membership

Dr. Hopper teaches diverse business courses including Introduction to Business, Personal Finance, Marketing Research, Consumer Behavior, and specialized finance courses. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics (2008), M.A. in Economics (2005), and M.B.A. (1997), all from Middle Tennessee State University, along with professional memberships in the Southern Economic Association and National Association for Business Economics.