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Wharton Undergrad, CFA, 16 Years of Finance and Accounting Experience
Mike C.

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I'm Mike! I graduated from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in 2012, majoring in finance and accounting. I spent about eight years in traditional finance working as investment analysts at hedge funds and then pivoted to corporate finance roles at tech startups. I'm also a CFA charterholder, having passed CFA exam level 1, 2, and 3, all at the first attempt. I have about 7+ years of experience teaching corporate finance, accounting, and CFA exam prep. I have taught to high...

I'm Mike! I graduated from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in 2012, majoring in finance and accounting. I spent about eight years in traditional finance working as investment analysts at hedge funds and then pivoted to corporate finance roles at tech startups. I'm also a CFA charterholder, having passed CFA exam level 1, 2, and 3, all at the first attempt. I have about 7+ years of experience teaching corporate finance, accounting, and CFA exam prep. I have taught to high school students, college students, and young adults (mid to late 20s) in a small classroom setting (4-5 people), 1-on-1s, and also as part of volunteering programs.

My teaching methods are simple. I always believe that for whatever domain expertise you build throughout your school days and career, your learning curve accelerates only if you gain solid understanding of foundational concepts in that subject matter. I spend a lot of time making sure students understand the fundamental pillars of a topic, in terms of what things are, how they work, why they matter, as well as when/where they are applied. I like to use simple visuals and real-life case studies to enhance understanding - getting bogged down into details with pages of text just doesn't work. And this is where I believe a teacher's creativity comes in - distilling complex information down to easy-to-understand building blocks for students to internalize their learning, without omitting key nuances. I also believe that a critical mind is important in any learning environment. I practice interactive teaching, and encourage students to be critical of long held beliefs, ask questions, and engage in debates. That's also how students better internalize and apply knowledge.

I want to maximize the benefit my students receive from my teaching, and therefore welcome any resources or suggestions from students or parents. I'm easy to reach via email, text, or a phone call. Feel free to contact me with any additional questions or to schedule a lesson.

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Education

BSc, University of Pennsylvania, The Wharton School
Finance

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I graduated from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor's degree, majoring in Finance & Accounting, and minoring in statistics. I have 7 years of experience teaching corporate finance, accounting, financial markets, investing, and economics to students of ages between 16 and 30, in both small classroom settings and 1-on-1s. I have 8 years of investment analysis and 12 years of financial analysis experience. Instead of simply throwing pages of text and practice questions at my students, I'm able to draw on my decade-long practical experience to apply key financial concepts to real-life events and case studies, allowing students to more effectively internalize knowledge.
CFA

CFA

I graduated from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor's degree, majoring in Finance & Accounting, and minoring in statistics. I passed CFA exam levels 1, 2, and 3 all at first attempts and taught all three levels to 8 adult students over a 3-year span. All of my students passed the three exams, with 6 out of 8 passing them at first attempts. I have 8 years of investment analysis and 12 years of financial analysis experience. Instead of simply throwing pages of text and practice questions at my students, I'm able to draw on my decade-long practical experience to apply key financial concepts to real-life events and case studies, allowing students to more effectively internalize their learning.
Finance

Finance

Graduated from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in 2012, majoring in Finance and Accounting. Have 7 years of teaching experience in Corporate Finance and Investing to students of age 16-30, in both small classroom settings and 1-on-1s. Gained 12 years of practical experience working as an investment analyst at hedge funds and as a Director of Finance at IT startups.
Financial Accounting

Financial Accounting

Graduated from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in 2012, majoring in Finance and Accounting. Have 7 years of teaching experience in Financial and Managerial Accounting to students of age 16-30, in both small classroom settings and 1-on-1s. Gained 12 years of practical Accounting experience working as an investment analyst at hedge funds and as a Director of Finance at IT startups.
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Knowledgeable and Patient Tutor

Mike C. is knowledgable and very good at explaining. He is patient and helped me understand concepts in one hour that I couldn’t figure out in several weeks. I will be working with him more this semester.

Hollie, 2 lessons with Mike

Best Accounting and Finance Tutor

Mike is a clear and super knowledgeable tutor. He tutored me for Accounting 101, and I got an A+, and he is now tutoring me for Finance. Both courses at an Ivy League school. I highly recommend. You can't go wrong with Mike.

Mona, 10 lessons with Mike

Knowledgeable and Patient Tutor

He went over net present value, cash flows and the time value of money. He is helping me with my grad level corporate finance course and figuring out how to calculate and manage problems by breaking down the problem and solving them.

Kristen, 11 lessons with Mike

Patient and Thorough Tutor

Mike C. helped me understand complex finance topics by breaking them down in a way that was easy to follow. He was always patient and made sure I felt confident before moving forward. His explanations were clear, and he never made me feel rushed or overwhelmed. With his help, I improved my understanding and performance in finance. I definitely recommend him to anyone needing extra support in the subject.

Deanna , 10 lessons with Mike

Great Tutor

So far, I’ve really enjoyed working with Mike. He explains complex topics clearly and keeps the sessions focused and efficient. I would recommend him to others.

Sebastian, 2 lessons with Mike

Insightful & Inspiring

I had the pleasure of working with an Mike for a few sessions and he truly made a difference in my study journey. Not only was he personable and friendly, but he also excelled at teaching the "why" behind complex topics, which made understanding the material so much easier. His deep understanding and knowledge of how the CFA system works were evident in every session. What truly set him apart was his dedication to helping me succeed. He went above and beyond by aiding me in curating a personalized schedule that balanced my study commitments with my work responsibilities. This tailored approach was invaluable and helped me stay on track without feeling overwhelmed. Overall, I couldn't have asked for a better tutor. His expertise, combined with his supportive and approachable nature, made my CFA preparation a positive and productive experience. I would recommend him to anyone looking for guidance in their CFA journey!

Jacob, 2 lessons with Mike

Helpful and Passionate Tutor

Mike taught me about how to calculate present value of future cash flows, dividends, and rate of returns. I liked how willing and open he was to help me understand every topic by providing easy - to - comprehend real world scenarios. He helped me finish an entire chapter within the hour!

Vrishti, 5 lessons with Mike

Caring and knowledgeable tutor

Mike helped me to understand the basics of financial statements. I appreciate that he takes the time to answer my questions and ensure I understand the material well. He is patient and checks in on my learning needs, which is helpful since I have a specific area I need to focus on.

Mina, 3 lessons with Mike

Very knowledgeable and accommodating tutor.

Mike helped me on an investment case that involved performing several analyses about a company, its performance, and valuations. He helped guide me to the most relevant information for my assigned and explained its relevance thoroughly, I would definitely recommend Mike to anyone who needs help either in a finance related course or assignment. He has a very impressive work experience and education background that makes him very knowledgeable in this area. Thank you Mike!

Kate, 1 lesson with Mike

Helpful and Passionate Tutor

Mike taught me about how to calculate present value of future cash flows, dividends, and rate of returns. I liked how willing and open he was to help me understand every topic by providing easy - to - comprehend real world scenarios. He helped me finish an entire chapter within the hour!

Vrishti, 5 lessons with Mike
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