Parker Center for Investment Research
See how we’re preparing students for the future in asset management, including stock pitches, student-managed funds, and case competitions.
Investment Portfolio Case Competition: A challenge beyond portfolio construction
Complex portfolio scenario challenges Cornell students to balance investment strategy, tax considerations, cash flow and estate planning
From networking to knowledge at the MBA Women in Investing Conference
Rebecca Liu MBA ’27 reflects on her experience attending and presenting at the 2025 MBA Women in Investing Conference
How the Undergraduate Women in Investing Conference Makes Investment Research Field Feel Accessible and Collaborative
Sophia Thompson ’28 reflects on her experience at the 2025 Undergraduate Women in Investing Conference hosted by the Parker Center for Investment Research
Behind the curtain: Insights from the 2025 Undergraduate Stock Pitch Challenge
Emma Jonisch ’28 reflects on her experience at the 2025 Undergraduate Stock Pitch Challenge hosted by the Parker Center for Investment Research
From Lab Bench to Wall Street: A PhD Student’s Journey into Equity Research
Michael Ahn PhD ’25 leveraged his molecular biology research skills to land a biotech research job at a top investment firm.
How My Undergraduate Experience in the Cayuga Fund Ignited My Passion for Investment Research
Courtney Huang ’26 shares her experience in the Cayuga Fund, the student-led investment fund.
Navigating Market Uncertainty: Lessons from an MBA Student in the Cayuga Fund
Owais Aslam, MBA ’25 shares his experience in the Cayuga Fund, the student-led investment fund.
Success in Investment Management: Spotlight on Kira Connors ’07, MBA ’12
Kira Connor shares how her Cornell MBA launched her successful career pivot into investment research.
What is ZIG, Zimbabwe’s Gold-Backed Digital Token?
ZIG aims to stabilize the economy but faces challenges related to inflation, adoption, and exchange rate volatility.