Rafael A. Tenorio

Rafael A. Tenorio is Professor of Economics and Program Director of Business Strategy and Decision Making at DePaul University's Driehaus College of Business, where he has served since 1999.

His educational background includes:

• PhD in Economics, Johns Hopkins University (1990)
• MA in Economics, Johns Hopkins University (1986)
• BA in Economics, University of Lima (1982)

Tenorio's research centers on applied game theory, microeconomics, and strategic decision-making, with publications in top-tier journals including Management Science, Journal of International Economics, and Economic Journal. His work bridges theoretical economics with practical business strategy applications.

He has served as referee for The National Science Foundation, Canada Social Science Research Council, and journals like American Economic Review and Management Science. Tenorio secured curriculum development grants from Procter & Gamble and Lilly Endowment, plus research funding from DePaul University and University of Notre Dame.

Administratively, he chaired the College Research Committee (2000-2005), served on promotion/tenure and MBA curriculum committees, and organized the Economics Department Research Seminar Series since 1999.