Thao Hoang

Thao Hoang is a Lecturer in the Department of Accounting and Finance at the UWA Business School, University of Western Australia. Her expertise spans corporate finance, governance structures, and managerial compensation design. She holds a PhD in Finance from the Australian National University (2017-2023) and prior degrees from the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (BA 2006-2010; Master 2011-2014).

Her research focuses on firm-level governance mechanisms, merger dynamics, and financial crisis impacts in emerging economies. Notable topics include board polarization effects, lender-director relationships, and managerial cash management under uncertainty. Her work integrates political economy factors with corporate finance theories, particularly in Southeast Asian contexts.

Recent publications examine ESG performance measurement post-election cycles and post-merger investment strategies. While no specific awards are listed, her work has garnered significant academic engagement (e.g., 107 Mendeley readers for her 2018 study).

Thao’s research employs mixed-methods approaches including Bayesian techniques and fixed-effects modeling. She has collaborated with institutions across Asia and Australia, focusing on emerging market financial systems.