The Brandes Center at the University of California, San Diego’s Rady School of Management is pleased to announce its Call for Academic Papers Contest, offering a substantial $25,000 prize pool. This prestigious contest invites researchers to delve into the principles of value investing, a strategy championed and expertly executed by firms like Brandes Investment Partners. We are seeking original, unpublished research papers that explore various facets of value investing, and we encourage submissions from current graduate and post-graduate students, as well as professors.
This contest provides a unique platform to contribute to the academic discourse on value investing, a discipline that Brandes Investment Partners has long been associated with. To guide your research, we have outlined several suggested topics, all centered on the core theme of value investing:
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Behavioral Biases in Today’s Investment Landscape: What are the most prevalent behavioral biases influencing investment decisions for both individual and institutional investors in the current market? How do these biases present both opportunities and risks specifically for value investors who aim to capitalize on market inefficiencies, a cornerstone of the Brandes Investment Partners philosophy?
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Applying Benjamin Graham’s Principles to Modern Challenges: In what ways can investors effectively apply the time-tested principles of Benjamin Graham, the father of value investing and a guiding influence for Brandes Investment Partners, to navigate and solve contemporary investment issues and market complexities?
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The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Value Investing: How has the emergence and advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) reshaped the landscape of value investing? Furthermore, how might AI continue to influence value creation and assessment methodologies in the investment strategies of firms like Brandes Investment Partners and the broader financial world?
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Macroeconomic Developments and Their Influence on Value Investing: Which macroeconomic developments, such as inflation, socio-political tensions, climate change, and rising debt levels, have exerted the most significant influence on the practice of value investing? What future implications do these trends hold for value-oriented investment approaches, including those utilized by Brandes Investment Partners?
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The Evolution of Value Investing in the Modern Era: How has the discipline of value investing evolved over time, adapting to changing market dynamics and economic conditions? In today’s rapidly changing financial environment, how can investors most effectively apply core value investing principles, as advocated by Brandes Investment Partners, to achieve their investment objectives?
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Corporate Governance Issues and Firm Valuation: What are the most pressing corporate governance issues facing companies today, and how do these issues impact firm valuation? How can value investors effectively respond to and address these governance challenges in their investment analysis and decision-making, aligning with the rigorous research approach of Brandes Investment Partners?
The deadline for paper submissions is March 31, 2025. Each submitted paper must include a comprehensive abstract, summarizing the research issue, methodology, and findings within a 500-word limit. All submissions will undergo a thorough review by members of The Brandes Center. Winning entries will be carefully selected by a judging panel comprising members of The Brandes Center Advisory Board, Executive Committee, and/or Faculty Council.
Compensation for Winning Papers: The Brandes Center is committed to recognizing excellence in value investing research. Two winning papers will be awarded – one from a professor or professors and one from a graduate or post-graduate student. These winning entries will share a total award pool of $25,000. The specific split of the prize money will be determined by the judges, with a minimum prize of $5,000 and a maximum of $20,000 for either winner. This generous prize money is sponsored by Brandes Investment Partners, L.P., underscoring their commitment to fostering research and education in value investing.
Submit your entries to [email protected] and seize this opportunity to contribute to the field of value investing and potentially gain significant recognition for your research, thanks to the support of institutions like the Brandes Center and Brandes Investment Partners.
