Ed Tiryakian

Ed Tiryakian is a Visiting Associate Professor of Markets and Management at Duke University.12 He has held this position since 2013, having previously served as a Visiting Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology from 2012 to 2013.3

Academic Background

Tiryakian holds an MBA with a focus on Accounting and Finance from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business.2 His teaching career at Duke began in 2011 when he received an appointment as a visiting professor in the Markets and Management Department.7

Professional Experience

Outside of academia, Ed Tiryakian has a diverse professional background:

• He is the chief strategist and managing director of Argentum Group.4
• Tiryakian is known for his expertise in finance and business operations.2

Teaching at Duke

Tiryakian has been teaching at Duke University for 13 years as of 2024 and expresses great enthusiasm for his role.6 He particularly enjoys interacting with the students, whom he describes as "the brightest, most talented and engaging students in the country".6

Areas of Expertise

As a visiting associate professor, Tiryakian's areas of focus include:

• Markets and Management
• Corporate Finance
• Sports Business

He has been noted for his insights into the financial aspects of sports, particularly the NBA's financial future.5

Ed Tiryakian's combination of academic expertise and practical business experience makes him a valuable asset to Duke University's Markets and Management program.