Program

Technical program

The theme for the 2009 Conference is New knowledge ... for finance. The conference provides a forum for academics and practitioners to discuss recent events in the finance industry and present new ideas and research outcomes. We have 180 papers in the program.

Technical committee

We are grateful to members of the technical committee for their efforts in reviewing submitted papers.
Click here for technical committee members.

Program highlights

Keynote presentations

• Keynote address by Professor Alexander Ljungqvist, Stern Business School, New York University. Monitoring Managers: Does it Matter?
  Wednesday 1 July 2009
  Sponsored by: School of Finance, College of Business and Economics, ANU
• Keynote address by Professor Hendrik Bessembinder, David Eccles School of Business, University of Utah. Liquidity and Asset Pricing
  Thursday 2 July 2009
  Sponsored by: Financial Integrity Research Network, (FIRN), Sydney

A facilitated Forum Session with industry and academic panel members discussing "Australia as a Financial Centre". Chair: Deborah Ralston, Melbourne Centre for Financial Studies.

Social Program

The social program will provide a chance for delegates to network with peers in a relaxing and enjoyable environment.

Welcome Cocktail Reception

Sponsored by: SIRCA (Securities Industry Research Centre of Asia-Pacific)
Tuesday 30 June 2009 (6.30 to 8.30pm) in the Queens Ballroom, Brisbane Hilton.
This function will give delegates an opportunity to relax with colleagues and meet new friends.
Dress: Evening Informal.

Conference Dinner

Jointly Sponsored by: Queensland University of Technology, Griffith University, University of Southern Queensland and University of Queensland.
Thursday 2 July 2009 (Pre-dinner drinks from 7.00pm)
Vino's Restaurant & Bar Vie, Upper Level, Eagle Street Pier, Brisbane. Vino's is a short walk from the conference venue and has extraordinary views over Brisbane icons, the Brisbane River and the Story Bridge.
Delegates will enjoy an evening of fine dining and the opportunity to sample Australian wines.
Time to celebrate and relax with old and new friends.
Dress: Evening Informal.

Australian Outback Spectacular

Friday 3 July 2009 - Depart Brisbane Hilton at 5.00 pm. Return by 11.00pm.
Discover the Outback Spirit with Australian Outback Spectacular, an evening dinner show, filled with outback music, drama and action! Australian Outback Spectacular enthralls visitors with a unique and exciting evening experience in a performance that goes beyond traditional folk stories delivering a spectacular insight into the present day culture of outback Australia. The evening includes a sumptuous three-course Aussie BBQ dinner and drinks as well as a free Stockman's hat! Return transport from the Brisbane Hilton to the Spectacular is included.
Note: this event is not included in the registration fee, bookings are essential.

Brisbane

Brisbane is a modern dynamic, sophisticated city. Situated in the subtropics it provides the ideal mix for business, conventions and leisure within a safe, friendly, multicultural environment. Clear skies, warm, sunny days and mild nights prevail and the tropical ambience promotes an outdoor lifestyle. The inner city is characterised by parklands, recreation precincts and beaches, cultural and convention centres, museums, art galleries, shopping districts and a host of cosmopolitan restaurants and cafes. It is the nation's most centrally located capital city in relation to the Great Barrier Reef, Cape York, and the Daintree rainforest.