Alex Fayman

Alex Fayman, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Finance at Metropolitan State University of Denver. He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in Financial Markets and Institutions and Strategic Finance. Dr. Fayman also serves on MSU Denver's Faculty Senate, contributing to institutional governance.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Finance, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale (2006)
• Master's in Finance, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale (2002)
• Bachelor's in Biology, Knox College (1999)

Dr. Fayman's research focuses on financial markets, banking systems, corporate finance strategies, and consumer financial behavior. His work addresses practical and theoretical challenges in these domains, with emphasis on institutional dynamics and economic policy implications.

His publications appear in journals like the Journal of Economic and Social Policy, Journal of Global Business, and Journal of Business Finance and Accounting. Common themes include bank risk analysis, recession forecasting using loan data, and political influences on financial institutions.

Grants & Service:

• Research grants from Illinois State University and University of Central Arkansas
• Multiyear competition grant from Target Corp.
• Former advisor to the African Student Business Council (University of Central Arkansas)
• Former chair of the College of Business Research Committee (University of Central Arkansas)
• Current Faculty Senate member at MSU Denver