Faculty Scholars, teachers, and researchers are exceptional educators that become your direct connection to the latest trends in your degree program, the best practices in your discipline, and the best opportunities for career advancement. Our faculty are also real-world professionals, bringing expertise in the field into the classroom. With a student-faculty ratio of 12 to one, the University of Miami offers classes that are intimate and interactive, and faculty act as mentors and advisors. As active researchers, passionate scholars, and committed teachers, faculty members are role models and guides, setting the standard for excellence.

Windy Dees, PhD Sport Administration

Windy Dees received her doctorate from Texas A&M University and has been a University of Miami faculty member since 2010, where she teaches Principles in Sports Marketing and Sponsorship. Her research has been published in leading sport management and tourism journals. She has been at the University of Miami faculty since 2010.

"The Sport Administration program is a really special program in that, by the end, you don’t just have a great education, but you have a home where you can use the connections you made throughout the continuity of your career."

George Korniotis, PhD Finance

George Korniotis received the most prestigious academic award at the University of Cyprus, earned his doctorate at Yale University, while being mentored by a Nobel Laureate, and served as a financial economist for the Federal Reserve Board in Washington, D.C. He has been part of the University of Miami faculty since 2010 and teaches intermediate Corporate Finance and Investments.

"We are giving students the foundation to pick any career they want in finance. We are exposing them to everything they will encounter in the industry of corporate finance."