Advancing quantitative finance through research
Collaborating with LSE, Wharton, INSEAD, and leading universities to push the boundaries of credit risk modeling, actuarial science, and financial engineering.
Leading university partnerships
Collaborative research with top-tier institutions advancing quantitative finance globally.
London School of Economics (LSE)
Joint research on credit risk modeling, macroeconomic scenario analysis, and IFRS 9 implementation challenges in emerging markets.
Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
Collaborative research on illiquid asset valuation, private equity risk modeling, and ESG integration in financial analysis.
INSEAD
Research on Shariah-compliant risk models, Islamic banking capital adequacy, and governance frameworks for Islamic financial institutions.
American University of Beirut (AUB)
MENA-focused research on banking sector resilience, sovereign risk transmission, and regulatory capital optimization.
Research focus areas
Four core research domains driving innovation in financial risk and compliance.
Credit Risk Modeling
Actuarial Science
Capital Markets
Illiquid Valuations
Featured publications
Peer-reviewed research advancing IFRS, Basel, and quantitative finance methodologies.
Macroeconomic Scenario Design for IFRS 9 Expected Credit Loss: Evidence from MENA Markets
Novel approach to incorporating regional macroeconomic indicators into PD/LGD models for emerging market portfolios.
Shariah-Compliant Stress Testing: Frameworks and Methodologies for Islamic Banks
First comprehensive framework for stress testing Islamic financial institutions under AAOIFI and IFSB standards.
Illiquidity Premiums in Private Equity: A Quantitative Approach to NAV Adjustments
Empirical study of illiquidity discount estimation using transaction data from 500+ PE funds globally.
IFRS 17 Implementation Challenges: Actuarial Perspectives from Insurance Markets
Survey of 200+ insurance CFOs on CSM calculation, risk adjustment, and transition challenges.
Student engagement programs
Supporting the next generation of quantitative finance professionals.
PhD Research Grants
Annual grants for doctoral research in quantitative finance, risk modeling, and actuarial science.
MBA Case Studies
Real-world case studies on FineIT client implementations for MBA strategy and finance courses.
Internship Program
Summer internships for masters students in quant finance, data science, and software engineering.
Guest Lectures
FineIT executives and quants teaching IFRS, Basel, and risk modeling at partner universities.
Research impact
Translating academic research into practical financial engineering solutions.
Collaborate with our research team
Interested in joint research, student programs, or academic partnerships? Get in touch.