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Benjamin Dow serves as a Professor in the Department of Accounting, Economics, & Finance at the College of Business, Southeast Missouri State University, where he has taught since 2004. His instructional focus spans Corporate Finance, Investments, and International Finance courses within the business school curriculum.
His academic credentials include a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Bucknell University, an MBA from the University of Arkansas, Little Rock, and a PhD in Finance from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. Prior industry experience encompasses mechanical engineering at Colt Industries (1993-1994) and consulting at Energy Management Services (1994-1999).
Dr. Dow's research centers on Corporate Finance, International Finance, and Risk Management, with particular emphasis on foreign currency risk mitigation strategies. His teaching philosophy prioritizes blending theoretical frameworks with practical applications while integrating technological innovations to prepare students for corporate finance careers. He emphasizes real-world skill development through experiential learning approaches.
His publication record demonstrates consistent focus on international financial instruments, particularly currency risk hedging mechanisms using derivatives. The 2017 work on FX swaps exemplifies his applied research in transactional risk management within global markets.
He has earned the prestigious Copper Dome Outstanding Teaching Award during academic years 2015-2016 and 2018-2019, recognizing exceptional pedagogical impact and student engagement in finance education.
Dr. Dow actively mentors students as Faculty Advisor for the Finance and Economics Club while maintaining BLD Consulting. His professional journey includes assistant professorship at Hardin Simmons University (2000-2004) before joining Southeast Missouri State University's full-time faculty.
He advocates for global perspectives in education, advising students to "Learn something from everyone you meet and travel abroad," reflecting his commitment to cross-cultural learning experiences in financial education.
