As leaders in the classroom as well as in management research, Lubar College of Business faculty combine applied research and theory with corporate experience and insight.
The end results? Knowledge that develops Lubar students into solid business professionals and managers. Classrooms that inspire and challenge. And new streams of thought that enhance research and practice.
Featured Research
Why Reviews, Ratings and Timing Matter More Than You Think
When you buy something online, you are rarely the first person to do so. Reviews, ratings and social media posts from earlier buyers all shape how confident you feel about clicking “add to cart.” That chain reaction is the focus of research by Dawei Jian, an assistant professor of supply chain, operations management and business statistics at the Lubar College of Business. “Early customers matter a lot,” Jian said. “Their experiences don’t just reflect demand. …
Student Research: How Corporate Messages Influence Trust in Uncertain Times
Doctoral student Pouneh “Penny” Sadeghi studies a question that affects more people than they might realize. When companies speak to the public during moments of uncertainty, how do investors, customers, and communities respond? Penny is a graduate assistant and instructor at the Lubar College whose research examines how corporate messages influence investor reactions and firm value. She looks at real-world events, including trade wars and company announcements about adopting generative artificial intelligence. Using market data, …
How Labor Laws Abroad Shape U.S. Business Strategies
In today’s global economy, it’s common for U.S. companies to run factories, partner with suppliers or hire employees overseas. But what happens when labor laws in those countries change? New research co-authored by Giorgo Sertsios, Sheldon B. Lubar Associate Professor of Finance, explores that question and reveals how international labor policies shape U.S. firms’ business decisions. Published in the Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis, the study examines how U.S. multinational firms adjust their operating …
How Do Auditors React to Being Inspected?
Auditors are used to examining financial statements, but what happens when the auditors themselves are audited? That’s the focus of research by Dr. Amy Tegeler, assistant professor of accounting at the Lubar College of Business, along with her co-authors Dr. Veena Brown, associate professor at UWM, and Dr. Denise Downey. Their work, recently published in The Accounting Review, sheds light on how auditors perceive, react, and respond to regulatory inspections. The Watchdogs of AuditingFollowing the …
Research Seminar Series
The Lubar College of Business Research Seminar Series is a lively forum for discussion of scholarly topics by faculty and doctoral students. Lubar faculty, PhD candidates, and invited guests present their current research for feedback and engaging dialogue. Members of the campus community and other interested visitors are welcome to attend.
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