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Personal Statement
My interest in finance and economics has been shaped by a lifetime of exposure to
various aspects of the industry – from my family’s small business to my internship in the
finance and investment sector. Growing up in a family of entrepreneurs, I developed a
passion for understanding how businesses work and how to make them succeed. This passion
has extended to my academic studies, which have focused on economics and finance. My
interest in exploring the nuances of the financial industry has been further nurtured through
my internship at CityBank N.A. in Shanghai.
During my internship, I had the opportunity to analyse the risks and returns of clients’
investments, develop investment portfolios, and research the market position of potential
clients. These experiences provided me with an invaluable understanding of the financial
markets and the importance of managing risk. My broad exposure to the field has led me to
focus my research interests on corporate finance, specifically on managing risk.
My research focus is on developing and implementing strategies for mitigating risk in
corporate finance. I am interested in understanding how firms can optimize their capital
structure to reduce their cost of capital and increase their value. Additionally, I plan to
research the impact of macroeconomic and geopolitical factors on corporate risk
management. Studying the effects of these factors on firms’ risk management will enable me
to develop strategies that can be adapted to changing market conditions.
Risk management is an important component of corporate finance and can have a
significant impact on the value of a firm. Risk management involves the identification,
assessment, and management of risk factors in order to minimize the potential losses that can
occur from external and internal sources. By understanding and managing risk, firms can
optimize their capital structure, reduce their cost of capital, and increase their value.
When it comes to corporate risk management, macroeconomic and geopolitical
factors play a major role. These factors can have a major impact on the risk profile of a firm,
as well as the financial decisions they make. For example, changes in interest rates, exchange
rates, and other macroeconomic factors can affect the cost of capital for a firm, and
geopolitical factors can create financial and operational risks for firms with international
operations. By understanding the effects of these factors, firms can develop strategies to
reduce their risk and increase their value.
One such strategy is diversification. By diversifying investments across different asset
classes, firms can reduce the risk of losses from highly correlated assets. Additionally, firms
can use financial instruments such as derivatives and hedging instruments to reduce their
exposure to certain risks. Furthermore, firms can use capital structure optimization techniques
to reduce their cost of capital and increase their value.
Finally, scenario analysis and stress testing enable businesses to identify and plan for
potential risks. Businesses can identify threats and devise countermeasures by analysing what
could go wrong. As a result, businesses may be better able to weather storms and avoid major
losses. Risk management, an important aspect of corporate finance, can have a significant
impact on a company's value. Businesses will be better equipped to develop risk-reduction
and value-added strategies if they understand the role that macroeconomic and geopolitical
factors play in influencing corporate risk management.
My long-term goal is to become a leading expert in the field of corporate finance and
risk management. I am passionate about exploring the latest theories, models, and research
related to this topic and leveraging my expertise to develop innovative strategies to
effectively mitigate risk. With a Doctorate in Corporate Finance and Risk Management, I am
confident that I will have the necessary qualifications to become a leader in this field.
To achieve this goal, I plan to dedicate myself to the study of corporate finance and
risk management. I will draw on my experience in the academic and professional realms to
inform my research, while also incorporating theoretical models and research from leading
scholars and practitioners. My research will focus on both domestic and international
markets, and I plan to incorporate a cross-cultural perspective in order to develop a deeper
understanding of the global financial environment.
In addition to academic research, I am committed to engaging in professional
discourse to further my knowledge and contribute to the advancement of the field. I intend to
attend professional conferences and workshops, and to publish articles in leading journals.
I believe that the next generation of corporate finance and risk management
professionals can benefit greatly from my years of experience and extensive knowledge, so I
plan to share it with them through teaching and mentoring. I hope to advance the field by
developing new methods as a result of my education and experience. One of my post-Ph.D.
goals is to apply my knowledge to help advance the field as a whole.

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Personal Statement

My interest in finance and economics has been shaped by a lifetime of exposure to

finance and investment sector. Growing up in a family of entrepreneurs, I developed a

my internship at CityBank N.A. in Shanghai.

clients. These experiences provided me with an invaluable understanding of the financial

focus my research interests on corporate finance, specifically on managing risk.

My research focus is on developing and implementing strategies for mitigating risk in

research the impact of macroeconomic and geopolitical factors on corporate risk

to develop strategies that can be adapted to changing market conditions.

Risk management is an important component of corporate finance and can have a

reduce their risk and increase their value.

One such strategy is diversification. By diversifying investments across different asset

to reduce their cost of capital and increase their value.

impact on a company's value. Businesses will be better equipped to develop risk-reduction

factors play in influencing corporate risk management.

related to this topic and leveraging my expertise to develop innovative strategies to

markets, and I plan to incorporate a cross-cultural perspective in order to develop a deeper

understanding of the global financial environment.

In addition to academic research, I am committed to engaging in professional

developing new methods as a result of my education and experience. One of my post-Ph.D.

goals is to apply my knowledge to help advance the field as a whole.

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