Siaw-Peng Wan

Siaw-Peng Wan is a Professor of Finance and Co-Dean at Elmhurst University's School of Business, serving as Associate Director of the MBA program. With 25+ years of teaching experience, he specializes in finance, quantitative methods, and Excel-based decision tools. He holds a Ph.D., M.S., and B.A. in Economics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) since 2007.

His teaching philosophy emphasizes understanding over memorization, using hands-on examples in courses like Corporate Finance, Investment Theory, and Excel workshops. He has conducted numerous Excel training sessions for students, staff, local businesses, and communities, earning acclaim for his accessible approach. Wan's expertise spans finance, quantitative analysis, and leveraging Excel for business decision-making.

Wan’s research interests focus on practical applications of Excel in finance and business analytics. While no specific articles are listed, his contributions are evident through his pedagogical innovations and outreach efforts. He advocates for students to embrace challenges in a supportive academic environment, encouraging lifelong learning beyond technical skills.