Zhuoming Peng, PhD

Dr. Zhuoming Peng is a Professor of Finance at Pacific University, Oregon, where he has been a dedicated member of the faculty since 2018. With over 15 years of experience in teaching finance, Dr. Peng is known for continuously enhancing his pedagogical approaches and embracing innovative teaching methods. His commitment to education extends beyond the classroom, where he has played a pivotal role in advancing the curriculum and engaging students in hands-on learning experiences.

Dr. Peng's research primarily focuses on the "Scholarship of Teaching and Learning," emphasizing pedagogical innovation in finance education. He has authored 12 peer-reviewed journal publications, contributing significantly to the academic community. His research has been published in notable journals such as the Business Education Innovation Journal and the Journal of Educators Online. His work explores various aspects of finance education, including the application of online technologies, global awareness, and financial risk tolerance among students.

Dr. Peng has made substantial contributions to the university through his service. He was instrumental in establishing Pacific University's first-ever student-managed investment fund, The Boxer Opportunity Fund, where he continues to serve as the faculty mentor. This initiative has provided students with invaluable real-world experience in investment management, bridging the gap between theory and practice.

Dr. Peng's dedication to his field is further reflected in his active participation in professional organizations, including the American Finance Association, Financial Education Association, Financial Management Association, and Southwestern Finance Association. His involvement in these organizations keeps him at the forefront of developments in finance education, allowing him to bring the latest insights into his teaching and research.

Education

• Ph.D. in Business Administration, Major: Finance, Texas Tech University, 2002
• Master of Business Administration, Major: Finance (Graduated with High Honors), Oklahoma City University, 1994
• Bachelor of Science, Major: Electronics Engineering, South China University of Technology, 1988

Research Interests

• Pedagogical innovation in finance education
• Financial risk tolerance and its influencing factors
• Application of online technologies in finance education
• Global awareness and its assessment in finance courses

Selected Publications

• Peng, Z. (2020). Germane Factors of the Financial Risk-Tolerance of Undergraduate Business Students, Business Education Innovation Journal, 12(1), 114-122.
• Peng, Z. (2016). Assessing Global Awareness in Undergraduate Introductory Business Finance Course with a Reading Assignment of Wall Street Journal Articles, Business Education Innovation Journal, 8(1), 80-86.
• Peng, Z. (2015). The Applications of Online Technologies and Excel Spreadsheets in Teaching Undergraduate Introductory Business Finance Course, Business Education Innovation Journal, 7(1), 22-32.

Grants and Awards

• Story-Dondero Research Award, Pacific University Oregon, 2019
• Certificate of Completion for the Blended and Online Faculty Learning Community, Pacific University Oregon, 2020

Professional Memberships

• American Finance Association
• Financial Education Association
• Financial Management Association
• Southwestern Finance Association

Dr. Peng's unwavering commitment to teaching, research, and service has had a profound impact on the College of Business at Pacific University, where he continues to inspire and mentor the next generation of finance professionals.