Mo Fallah

Mo Fallah serves as an Assistant Professor of Finance in the Department of Finance and Business Law at California State University, Fresno's Craig School of Business. He holds a Ph.D. in Finance from the University of Texas at San Antonio and an M.S. in Finance from the Illinois Institute of Technology, with prior industry experience as an investment analyst. A CFA charterholder, he actively contributes to the San Francisco CFA Society.

His educational credentials include:

• Ph.D. in Finance, University of Texas at San Antonio
• M.S. in Finance, Illinois Institute of Technology

Dr. Fallah's research centers on empirical corporate finance, specializing in mergers and acquisitions, investments, private equity, and behavioral finance. His work examines policy-market interactions, particularly tax regulations' impact on asset pricing in emerging economies. He regularly presents findings at premier conferences including the Financial Management Association and Southern Finance Association meetings.

His publication record demonstrates focused investigation into fiscal policy effects on investment behavior, with international scope evidenced by India-market analysis. This research bridges theoretical finance and practical market dynamics, offering insights for policymakers and corporate strategists.

Teaching excellence defines his academic profile:

• Outstanding Graduate Teaching Award, UTSA Alvarez College of Business (2022)
• Craig School of Business Excellence in Teaching Award (2025)

Dr. Fallah co-advises Fresno State's $8.6 million Student-Managed Investment Fund, providing real-world portfolio experience. He co-organizes the FREBL Research Seminar Series with Dr. Le Zhao, fostering cross-institutional academic collaboration. His service extends to the San Francisco CFA Society's University Relations Council for 2025/2026.

Through the FREBL Virtual Research Seminar Series, he cultivates global scholarly exchange in finance, economics, business, and law, establishing a dynamic platform for emerging research dissemination and academic networking.