Stuart Henderson

Dr Stuart Henderson is a Senior Lecturer in Financial Services at Ulster University Business School, based in the Department of Accounting, Finance & Economics. He holds offices at both the Belfast and Jordanstown campuses of Ulster University and serves as Chair of the Irish Accounting & Finance Association.

• Ulster University Business School
• Department of Accounting, Finance & Economics
• Belfast and Jordanstown campuses

Dr Henderson's research focuses on economic and financial history, rural development, banking, and regional economic policy. His work bridges historical analysis with contemporary economic challenges, particularly in the Irish context. He has developed expertise in examining how historical religious demographics influence economic development and how modern communities navigate economic insecurity and agricultural policy challenges.

His recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory from historical economic analysis toward contemporary policy-relevant research, with increasing focus on Northern Ireland's economic challenges, agricultural sustainability, and the impact of multiple insecurities on communities. This evolution shows his commitment to applying historical insights to current economic policy questions.

• Economic History Society Carnevali Grant (2021)
• British Accounting and Finance Association Research Bursary (2020)
• Early Career Distinguished Researcher Award, Ulster University (2021)
• Multiple ESRC and British Academy funded projects (2022-2025)

Dr Henderson supervises 4 PhD students and numerous MSc dissertations, with research interests aligning closely with his own expertise in economic history and regional development. His current projects include 'Illuminating the multi-dimensional drivers of place-based economic inactivity' (ESRC funded) and 'Land-use futures in farming communities in the UK and Ireland' (British Academy funded). He leads several collaborative research initiatives with institutions including LSE, Leeds University, and Irish research organizations.