Chuck Brobst

Chuck Brobst is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Finance at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Gies College of Business. He holds positions as an adjunct professor, consultant, and has extensive industry experience in global markets and risk management. His roles include managing directorships at OANDA and leadership roles at major financial institutions like Bank of America and ABN AMRO.

Education:

• MS, Financial Mathematics, The University of Chicago, 1998
• MBA, JL Kellogg Graduate School of Management, Northwestern University, 1995
• BS, Finance, Northern Illinois University, 1991

Research Interests: Focuses on financial modeling using Excel, market risk management for financial institutions, and applications of derivatives in risk mitigation. His expertise spans interest rate risk, equity risk, and credit risk management through advanced quantitative methods.

Advising/Grants: While no specific grants or advisees are listed, his teaching and consulting roles reflect deep engagement with financial education and industry practices. Courses include FIN 418/518 (Financial Modeling) and FIN 432/532 (Market Risk Management).