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Dr. Manoj Kulchania is a Professor of Finance at the Mike Ilitch School of Business, Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan. He has previously held academic positions at Marquette University, University of Pittsburgh, Indiana University, and served as a Visiting Associate Professor at Michigan State University in 2021. He is an active faculty member with extensive contributions to finance research and education.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Business Administration (Finance), University of Pittsburgh, 2010
- M.S. in Computer Science, Indiana University, Bloomington, 2002
- B.S. (Hons), Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, India, 1998
Dr. Kulchania's research focuses on corporate finance, particularly payout policy, share repurchases, cash holdings, and market microstructure. His work explores how firms manage capital structure, respond to supply-chain risks, and interact with market conditions through financial decisions. He has also investigated political corruption's impact on audit fees and the role of productivity in payout decisions.
His recent publications span from 2011 to 2023, appearing in top journals such as the Journal of Financial Economics, The Accounting Review, and Journal of Corporate Finance. The research demonstrates a consistent focus on empirical corporate finance, with increasing attention to institutional, regulatory, and behavioral factors influencing financial decision-making.
Scientific Awards and Recognitions:
- Sue-Garr Innovative Teaching Award, 2021
- Global Learning Faculty Fellow, 2021
- Semi-Finalist and Alternate, US Fulbright Scholar Program, 2021
- Multiple Summer Research Grants from Wayne State and Marquette Universities (2010–2017)
- Mervis Fellowship, University of Pittsburgh (2005–2009)
- Travel Grants and Honors from FMA, AFA, and University of Pittsburgh (2006–2009)
Dr. Kulchania has served on numerous university committees, consulted for the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG), and is an Associate Editor for the European Journal of Finance. He has advised doctoral students and collaborated widely, though formal advisee names are not listed. He teaches corporate finance, investments, and valuation at undergraduate and graduate levels and has presented research across North America, Europe, and Asia.
He has also taught short-term courses in China and India and is actively involved in global academic outreach. His interdisciplinary background in computer science and finance enriches his analytical approach to empirical research.
