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Mark Helmantel is a Part-Time Lecturer at the Faculty of Economics and Business of the University of Groningen (RuG), specializing in Derivative Instruments, Corporate Valuation, and Corporate Governance. He has held this role since 1999, with prior experience as an Assistant Professor (1995–1996, 1999–2006). Additionally, he works as a Senior Manager at PwC Amsterdam since 2007, focusing on financial instrument valuations and derivative structures in their Capital Markets & Accounting Advisory team.
- Education: Master in Business Economics, University of Groningen (1995), cum laude
- Visiting Roles: Stern School of Business (NYU, 1999), Tel-Aviv University (1999)
His research focuses on firm valuation, IPOs, mergers & acquisitions, and corporate governance. Publications include studies on IPO timing, share buybacks, EVA implementation, and hurdle rate calculations. His work has been cited over 123 times in academic and policy contexts.
At RuG, he supervises MSc theses and teaches courses in Corporate Valuation (block 1.2), Derivative Instruments (block 1.2), and Corporate Governance (block 2.1). His dual career combines academic rigor with practical consulting experience at PwC, bridging theoretical finance with industry applications.
Scientific Awards
- cum laude, University of Groningen (1995)
Other Positions
- Senior Manager, Capital Markets & Accounting Advisory, PwC (2007–present)
- Research Consultant, Volte Accountants & Tax Advisors (2004–2005)
- PhD Candidate, University of Groningen (1997–1998)
