About
Kris Jacobs is a Professor and Interim Department Chair in the Department of Finance at the C. T. Bauer College of Business, University of Houston. He holds the distinguished title of C.T. Bauer Professor of Finance, reflecting significant recognition in his academic field.
His research interests lie primarily in finance, with focus areas including investment management, financial economics, corporate finance, and asset pricing. These interests align closely with the research and educational mission of the finance department and its affiliated centers such as the AIM Center for Investment Management (ACIM).
Kris Jacobs has been recognized through the endowed C.T. Bauer Professorship, a prestigious appointment indicating scholarly excellence and contribution to the field of finance.
He advises graduate and undergraduate students in finance and may be involved in doctoral supervision, though specific advisees are not listed. There is no public information on external grants or funded research projects. Kris Jacobs is likely involved in departmental leadership and academic initiatives given his role as Interim Department Chair.
He is affiliated with the Finance department’s research and teaching activities within the Bauer College ecosystem, which includes strong research centers such as GEMI, ACIM, and the Institute for Regional Forecasting. While no personal website or publication list is currently available, his position and title indicate an established academic presence.
