Emeritus Prof David J. Bradfield
Professor
Department of Statistical Sciences
University of Cape Town
South Africa
Biography
Research Philosophy Emphasis on building a body of knowledge from the base upwards, in contrast to conducting esoteric-type of research. Practical relevance of research projects undertaken is important in the field of Finance. Exploration, discovery and innovation is a core theme running through my research, in contrast to a hypothesis (test) driven research framework where alternatives to the null hypothesis leave little scope for unexpected discovery.
Research Interest
Research Interests: General Financial Modelling Portfolio construction Asset Allocation Benchmarking and Indexation Risk Management Multi Manager Research Performance Measurement Capital market theory in thinly traded markets Investment strategy Factor portfolios and models The African fledgling markets
