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Prof. H. Kent Baker | Business Studies | Best Researcher Award

University Professor of Finance at American University, Washington, DC, United States

H. Kent Baker is a distinguished academic in the field of finance, currently serving as a University Professor of Finance at American University’s Kogod School of Business. His extensive academic background includes multiple Ph.D.s and advanced degrees in finance and related disciplines. Baker’s research spans several areas of finance, including corporate finance, behavioral finance, and financial management. His contributions to the field are well-documented through numerous publications, influential books, and significant roles on editorial boards and professional associations.

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Education 🎓

H. Kent Baker has an extensive and distinguished educational background that underpins his prominent career in finance. He holds a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) degree in Finance from the University of Maryland, completed between 1969 and 1972. Additionally, Baker earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from the University of Maryland, where he studied from 1967 to 1969. His academic journey includes a Master of Education (MEd) in Educational Administration from the University of Maryland (1972-1974) and a Master of Science (M.S.) in Quantitative Methods from American University, where he was enrolled from 1976 to 1979. Complementing his finance expertise, Baker also achieved the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation from The CFA Institute between 1974 and 1978. His commitment to lifelong learning is further demonstrated by his additional qualifications, including a Certificate in Management Accounting (CMA) from the Institute of Management Accountants and various other advanced degrees. Baker’s rigorous academic foundation has been instrumental in his successful career as a University Professor of Finance and a leading scholar in the field.

work Experience💼

H. Kent Baker is a highly esteemed University Professor of Finance at American University’s Kogod School of Business, a position he has held since 1993. During his tenure at American University, Baker has been a prominent figure in the Kogod School of Business, serving as the Kogod Research Professor from 2009 to 2012 and holding the roles of Professor of Finance since 1980 and Associate Professor of Finance from 1975 to 1976. His contributions to the department are notable for his extensive teaching and administrative roles, including chairing the Department of Finance and Real Estate multiple times and directing the Finance Center of Excellence.

Research Focus🔎

H. Kent Baker’s research focus is primarily centered on the field of finance, with particular attention to corporate finance, behavioral finance, and financial management. His work explores various dimensions of financial decision-making, investment strategies, and corporate governance. Baker has made significant contributions to understanding the complexities of board diversity and its impact on corporate policies, such as dividend decisions and financial performance. His research delves into behavioral finance, examining how psychological factors and investor sentiment influence financial markets and investment behaviors. Baker’s extensive research also addresses practical aspects of financial management, including working capital management and the financing preferences of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). His scholarly output includes influential journal articles and books that provide comprehensive analyses of these topics, offering valuable insights for both academics and practitioners in the finance sector. By bridging theoretical research with practical applications, Baker’s work has helped advance the understanding of financial dynamics and inform strategic decision-making in various financial contexts.

Awards and honors🏆

H. Kent Baker has received numerous awards and honors throughout his distinguished career in finance, reflecting his significant contributions to the field. His achievements include serving as the Chair of the Best Paper in Corporate Finance Award Committee for both the Southern Finance Association in 2015 and the Financial Management Association in 2014. Baker’s leadership extended to serving on the Board of Directors of the Southern Finance Association from 2010 to 2013, where he was also President from 2010 to 2011. His role as Vice President – Program and Chair of the Nominations Committee further underscores his influential presence in the field. Additionally, Baker has been recognized for his contributions to financial management and education through his involvement with the Washington Area Finance Association and the Eastern Finance Association, where he served on the Board of Directors. His dedication to the finance community is also evident in his past roles with the International Montessori Accreditation Council and various financial and educational organizations. Baker’s extensive service, combined with his influential research, highlights his esteemed reputation and enduring impact in the field of finance.

Conclusion✅

H. Kent Baker’s extensive research output, leadership roles, and significant impact on the field of finance make him a highly suitable candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His work has not only advanced academic knowledge but has also influenced industry practices and policies. While there are opportunities for further growth, particularly in interdisciplinary research and engaging with emerging topics, Baker’s career to date exemplifies excellence in research and scholarship. His contributions have been pivotal in shaping contemporary finance, making him a deserving recipient of this prestigious award.

📚Publications to Noted

A bibliometric mapping of the structure of STEM education using co‐word analysis

Authors: SG Assefa, A Rorissa

Citations: 160

Year: 2013

Faculty members’ perceptions towards institutional repository at a medium-sized university: Application of a binary logistic regression model

Authors: F Oguz, S Assefa

Citations: 44

Year: 2014

Information seeking behavior of the poor: the study of parents’ school choice decisions

Authors: S G. Assefa, M Stansbury

Citations: 14

Year: 2018

Open access in the age of a pandemic

Authors: DG Alemneh, S Hawamdeh, HC Chang, A Rorissa, S Assefa, K Helge

Citations: 12

Year: 2020

Diffusion of scientific knowledge in agriculture: The case for Africa

Authors: S Assefa, DG Alemneh, A Rorissa

Citations: 12

Year: 2014

21st century skills and science education in K-12 environment

Authors: S Assefa, L Gershman

Citations: 12

Year: 2013

Towards a comprehensive model to predict perceived performance impact of wireless/mobile computing in a mandatory environment

Authors: S Assefa, V Prybutok

Citations: 9

Year: 2006

Digital readiness assessment of countries in Africa: A case study research

Authors: S Assefa, A Rorissa, D Alemneh

Citations: 8

Year: 2021

Harnessing social media for promoting tourism in Africa: an exploratory analysis of tweets

Authors: DG Alemneh, A Rorissa, S Assefa

Citations: 7

Year: 2016

Human concept cognition and semantic relations in the unified medical language system: A coherence analysis

Author: SG Assefa

Citations: 5

Year: 2007

 

H. Kent Baker | Business Studies | Best Researcher Award

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