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Thomas Cha is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Leonard N. Stern School of Business, New York University, where he has been teaching since 2015. He specializes in financial analysis, valuation, and strategy within the telecom, media, and technology (TMT) sectors. His academic role is complemented by his professional position as an Investment Analyst at T. Rowe Price, a global asset manager overseeing over $1.6 trillion in assets.
His research interests include:
- Corporate Valuation
- Capital Markets & Corporate Finance
- Corporate Strategy
- Digital Media & Technology
- Platform Economics
- Innovation
Professor Cha's expertise bridges academia and industry, with a focus on translating complex financial and strategic data into actionable insights. His teaching emphasizes real-world corporate scenarios in the TMT space, covering financial modeling, investment decisions, and disruptive industry trends. He has conducted extensive research on digital media evolution, 5G, digital infrastructure, semiconductor supply chains, and the rise of e-sports.
His professional background includes over 21 years at Schroders, where he covered TMT sectors, followed by his current role at T. Rowe Price. He frequently engages with C-suite executives and delivers strategic insights to internal and external clients.
Academic Background:
- Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Boston University
- CFA Charterholder, CFA Institute
- General Management Program, Harvard Business School
He teaches the following courses at NYU Stern:
- Financial Analysis in Telecom, Media and Technology (FINC GB 3126.10)
- Financial Analysis in Telecom, Media and Technology (FINC UB 68)
Professor Cha brings deep industry experience into the classroom, offering students a practical, research-driven perspective on finance and strategy in rapidly evolving technology-driven markets.
