Mark Tanner

Mark Tanner is an Associate Lecturer in Finance and Coordinator for the Bachelor of Advanced Finance & Economics Committee at the UQ Business School (University of Queensland). He specializes in financial risk management, investments, and shareholder value creation, with industry recognition for establishing the Bachelor of Advanced Finance & Economics program with Prof. Stephen Gray. His teaching excellence was honored with a UQ Citation for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning.

Education:

• Honours degree in Commerce (University of Queensland)
• degree in Economics (University of Queensland)

Research Interests:

His research focuses on financial literacy, risk aversion, retirement spending patterns, and the application of advanced financial modeling techniques. Notably, he explores how narratives (e.g., pop culture references in the 2017 Fantasy Pitching paper) can enhance understanding of complex financial concepts.

Publications:

Recent work includes analyses of university student financial decision-making (2022) and innovative financial modeling frameworks using unconventional case studies (2017).

Awards:

• UQ Citation for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning

Engagement:

Serves as Alumni Ambassador for the Brisbane Council of UQ's Faculty of Business, Economics and Law. Actively coordinates academic programs and engages in executive education course development.