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Charlotte Finance Society
Charlotte Finance Society (CFS) is a student-run organization at UNC Charlotte that aims to educate and prepare students for careers across the finance industry while facilitating strong internship and career placement outcomes. CFS bridges academic learning with practical training by hosting corporate events, professional workshops, and technical training sessions.
The Society provides opportunities for students to build skills in areas such as valuation, markets, M&A, and quantitative analysis while connecting with industry professionals through speaker series and networking sessions. CFS also organizes case study competitions, career panels, and collaborative projects designed to mirror real-world finance workflows and develop the next generation of leaders in the field.
Why Join Us?
Education
CFS delivers structured technical and professional training each semester, ranging from introductions to finance fundamentals to advanced sessions on valuation, M&A, and LBO modeling. Members gain the skills necessary to perform at the level expected in competitive recruiting.
Corporate Exposure
CFS hosts career-focused events with firms and professionals across investment banking, private equity, asset management, and consulting. These include info sessions, speaker panels, and networking opportunities designed to connect students directly with industry practitioners.
Professional Development
Beyond technical skills, CFS offers workshops on recruiting strategy, interview preparation, and career pathways. Members benefit from case study competitions, resume and LinkedIn review sessions, and exposure to real-world finance workflows.
Community Network
CFS provides access to a growing network of UNC Charlotte students committed to careers in high finance. This community offers collaboration, shared recruiting insights, and mentorship opportunities, ensuring that members stay informed and supported throughout the recruiting process.
Faculty Advisor
Dr. Yufeng Han
M.S. in Math Finance Program Director and Professor
Dr. Yufeng Han joined the Belk College faculty as an associate professor of finance in 2016. Prior to joining UNC Charlotte, he served as a faculty member at the University of Colorado Denver and Tulane University. Dr. Han’s primary research interests are empirical asset pricing, investment, mutual funds, and econometrics. He has published in Review of Financial Studies, Journal of Financial Economics, Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis, Journal of Banking and Finance, Real Estate Economics and many other finance and economics journals.
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