Christopher Mingyar

Christopher Mingyar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Business at Mount Aloysius College and serves as Coordinator of Assessment & Accreditation. Previously, he chaired the department and established its Bachelor of Science programs in Accounting and Business Administration, along with the MBA program. He secured accreditation through ACBSP and pioneered the Service Learning program. With prior experience as Director of Business Affairs at the West Virginia University Foundation, he managed endowments, investments, and real estate. Active in community roles, he served on the Blair County United Way Board, church Finance Council, and as Past President of the Altoona Chapter of the Institute of Management Accountants.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Economics
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Both degrees from West Virginia University.

Research & Professional Focus: His work emphasizes higher education administration, financial management in nonprofits, investment strategies, and accreditation processes. He integrates practical experience from corporate and academic roles to inform teaching and institutional development.

Awards & Credentials:

• Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
• CFA Level I

Leadership & Grants: Spearheaded program development at Mount Aloysius and oversaw investment policies at WVU Foundation. His service on multiple committees demonstrates commitment to institutional growth and community impact.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Business Department's accreditation team and maintains ties with ACBSP and local nonprofit organizations.