Advancing asset management education, practice, and research

In 1998, with support from Cornell alumnus Jeffrey P. Parker ’65, MEng ’66, MBA ’70, Johnson leadership and faculty established the Parker Center for Investment Research to provide a world-class education in security analysis and asset management to future generations of business leaders.

Through the Parker Center, students receive instruction and training in the latest analytical tools used by Wall Street professionals in preparation for careers in the investment research and asset management industry. The $1 million Cayuga Fund allows students to manage real money as part of a formal class in investments. Exposure to the latest thought leadership in equity valuation and capital markets gives students a unique educational experience in asset management. Flagship MBA and undergraduate events, involving participation from top peer schools and corporate sponsors, including the MBA and Undergraduate Stock Pitch Challenges and the pioneering Women in Investing (WIN) conferences provide valuable networking and recruiting opportunities to students. Time and again, students point to the Parker Center’s performance learning curriculum and signature events as critical to securing internships and landing coveted jobs at top investment firms.


Parker Center for Investing Research – Overview

Through the Parker Center, students receive instruction and training in the latest analytical tools used by Wall Street professionals in preparation for careers in the investment research and asset management industry.


Student Experiences in Johnson's Investment Program

Description: Johnson MBA students describe the experiences and opportunities that have benefitted their academic journeys and career pursuits in investment research and asset management.


Premier Events

November 2-3, 2023   

MBA Stock Pitch Challenge

November 16-17, 2023

Women in Investing Conference

September 14-15, 2023

Undergraduate Stock Pitch Challenge


Parker Center for Investment Research BusinessFeed

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August 7, 2023

Adaptation and Transparency Lead Discussions at ESG Investing Research Conference

Scholars and investors shared their perspectives on ESG finance at the second Environmental, Social, and Governance Investing Conference.

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October 26, 2022

Women Gain Investing Knowledge and Insights at the Undergraduate WIN Conference

Joanne Hu ’24 (CALS) shares her experience of the 7th Undergraduate Women in Investing Conference, held at the Westin New York at Times Square.

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August 4, 2022

Climate finance takes center stage at ESG Investing Research Conference

Researchers and practitioners examined efforts to fund the abatement of biodiversity loss at the Cornell ESG Investing Research Conference.


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Alumnus Spotlight: Fahim Razzaque, MBA ’08

As a father of eight-year old twins, Fahim Razzaque, MBA ’08, fully understands the importance of a job that is not only stimulating but affords possibilities for a good work-life balance…

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Alumnus Spotlight: Sarah Nicholson '19

The path to one’s dream career often consists of unexpected twists and catalysts. For Sarah Nicholson ‘19, who currently works for The Walt Disney Company in its Direct-to-Consumer strategic finance team as a senior financial analyst, the first inkling for her career path took shape during her undergraduate studies at Cornell University…

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Letter from the Executive Director Lakshmi Bhojraj

The Parker Center for Investment Research at Johnson is dedicated to providing a world-class education to students interested in careers in investment research and portfolio management. The Center is the hub of investment..

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