Khattar Torbey
About Khattar Torbey
Khattar Torbey is a Lecturer in Finance at George Washington University, specializing in advanced financial programming techniques and risk assessment methods. He has a diverse background in law and finance, with previous teaching roles and experience in journalism and consulting.
Current Position at The George Washington University
Khattar Torbey has been serving as a Lecturer in Finance at The George Washington University since 2019. In this role, he teaches advanced financial programming techniques, focusing on practical applications such as option valuation and portfolio optimization. His expertise in finance is complemented by his extensive academic background and professional experience.
Previous Academic Roles
Prior to his current position, Khattar Torbey worked as a Faculty Instructor at The George Washington University from 2001 to 2003. He also held a position as a Faculty Instructor at Notre Dame University - Louaize for one year in 2004 to 2005. His teaching experience spans various finance-related subjects, incorporating advanced methodologies.
Educational Background
Khattar Torbey has a comprehensive educational background in law and finance. He obtained a Bachelor of Law from Saint Joseph University of Beirut from 1994 to 1998. He then pursued further studies at The George Washington University, earning a Master of Laws from 1999 to 2000, followed by a Master’s in Finance from 2001 to 2003. He later completed a Doctor of Philosophy in Law at The University of Kansas from 2011 to 2020.
Professional Experience in Finance and Media
Khattar Torbey has diverse professional experience in finance and media. He worked as a Credit Officer at Credit Libanais for one month in 2004 and served as a Consultant at The World Bank for one month in 2002. Additionally, he worked at Radio Sawa as a Journalist from 2002 to 2003 and as a Quality Control Editor from 2007 to 2011, gaining valuable insights into media and communication.
Teaching Methodologies and Techniques
In his teaching, Khattar Torbey utilizes advanced methodologies such as Monte Carlo simulations for risk assessment methods, including value at risk and expected shortfall. He incorporates econometric techniques like multivariate regression and time series analysis into his finance courses, enhancing the learning experience for his students.