Hello, I’m Johnson, a finance tutor who helps students build a solid grasp of financial concepts, develop strong analytical skills, and approach difficult coursework with confidence. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Finance from the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s Shidler College of Business in 2006, an MBA from Hawaii Pacific University in 2009, and a Ph.D. in Finance from the University of Hawaii at Manoa in 2013. I also hold the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and Certified Public...
Hello, I’m Johnson, a finance tutor who helps students build a solid grasp of financial concepts, develop strong analytical skills, and approach difficult coursework with confidence. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Finance from the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s Shidler College of Business in 2006, an MBA from Hawaii Pacific University in 2009, and a Ph.D. in Finance from the University of Hawaii at Manoa in 2013. I also hold the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credentials.
For the past 14 years, I have tutored learners between the ages of 15 and 57, from high school students and undergraduates to graduate students and working professionals. I have taught corporate finance, financial and managerial accounting, microeconomics, macroeconomics, investment analysis, portfolio management, and risk management, and I have also coached many students preparing for the CFA and CPA exams. I have offered lessons one-on-one, online, and in groups, and I tailor every session to your goals, schedule, and pace.
My teaching style is built around learning by doing. You begin with a diagnostic that shows where you are strong and where gaps remain. From there, we use real market scenarios, current company data, and Excel-based modeling labs to turn theory into practical skills. Case studies from industries such as biotech, asset management, and real estate make the material relevant. Step-by-step formula walkthroughs and visual summaries make complex topics easier to remember. I use Socratic questioning, guiding you with targeted questions to uncover the reasoning behind every answer, deepening understanding. You will also keep an error log to track recurring mistakes, and we review it regularly. Timed practice sets and weekly progress checkpoints keep you prepared and motivated. My goal is to help you think like a finance professional and become an independent, confident problem solver.
