Alan Thompson

Alan Thompson is a Lecturer at Dundee Business School, Abertay University. With a career spanning 14 years in the financial sector, he has held senior roles at Bank of England (2001-2006), Scottish Widows Investment Partnership (2006-2013), and Virgin Money (2014-2015). His academic qualifications include an MA in Financial Economics (University of Dundee, 2001), MSc in Economics (University College London, 2004), and a CFA charter (2012).

• MA (First Class) in Financial Economics, University of Dundee (2001)
• MSc Economics, University College London (2004)
• Investment Property Forum Diploma, Wolfson College, Cambridge (2007)
• CFA charter holder (2012)

His research focuses on the intersection of economics and finance, particularly Real Estate Economics. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Real Estate Investment Trusts while maintaining an active research agenda in financial markets and investment strategies.

Research output trends show expertise in value investing, political economy impacts on financial markets, and international bonds. His 2016 article on politically charged environments in professional investor contexts demonstrates practical applications of economic theory to market analysis.

Scientific awards include:

• Alfred Marshall Prize for Applied Economics (2001)