Xi Yang

Dr. Xi Yang is a Senior Lecturer of Finance at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he has been teaching since 2015. He holds a PhD in Applied Economics and Management from Cornell University, awarded in 2010. Dr. Yang specializes in various finance courses, including Introduction to Finance, Quantitative Finance, and Advanced Corporate Finance, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of financial management and decision-making processes. His courses cover essential topics such as capital structure, mergers and acquisitions, and financial time series analysis, equipping graduate students with the analytical tools necessary for success in the finance industry. Dr. Yang has consistently been recognized for his teaching excellence, earning a place on the List of Teachers Ranked as Excellent at the University of Illinois from 2015 to 2021. Through his dedication to education and research, Dr. Yang contributes significantly to the development of future finance professionals.