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In addition to the experts listed below, the UFS also boasts a unique research centre: The International Studies Group (ISG), which comprises  a wide network of postgraduate researchers each with their own specialist field.


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Dr Edson Vengesai
Area of expertise: Financial Economics
Faculty/Department: Department of Economics and Finance

Edson Vengesai is a Senior Lecturer in Finance in the Department of Economics and Finance at the University of Free State. He holds a PhD in Finance, a Master of Commerce in Finance, and a Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Finance. In addition to his academic credentials, he is currently pursuing a Chartered Financial Analysis (CFA) programme (Final Level). His research interests are in financial economics: corporate finance, financial markets, portfolio and investment management, risk management, banking, and Fintech. He has published papers in several international finance, banking, and investment journals.

Contact Details:
Telephone: +27 51 401 2623
E-mail: vengesaie@ufs.ac.za




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