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Biography

Dr. Burson joined the faculty at �۶�app in 2021. Before Cedarville, he spent the 15 years in the United States Air Force, serving in intercontinental ballistic missiles operations, space operations, test and evaluation, and research and training.

His research interests include behavioral finance, investments, real estate, and technical analysis. He teaches a broad range of finance and financial planning courses, emphasizing the practical application of financial theory and biblical principles of stewardship.

Education and Credentials

• Ph.D. in Business (Finance), Auburn University
• Master's in Military Operational Art & Science, Air University
• M.B.A. in International Business, Touro University International
• B.A. in Computer Information Systems, �۶�app

Scholarly Works

• “Bullish at the Bottom: A Statistical Analysis of the Bullish Percent Index.” Jonathan Burson, (2024). Journal of Technical Analysis 74, 7-30, https://cmtassociation.org/journal_ta/issue-74-fall-2024/.
• “Sustainable Company Resilience: Alpha and Beta in Up and Down Markets.” Jonathan Burson, Casey Banta-Ryan, and Steve Swidler, (2022). The Journal of Impact and ESG Investing 3:2, 94-107. https://doi.org/10.3905/jesg.2022.1.055.
• “Institutional Ownership of Dual-Class Companies.” Jonathan Burson and Marlin Jensen, (2021). Journal of Financial Economic Policy 13:2, 206–222. https://doi.org/10.1108/JFEP-04-2020-0061

Expert Topics

Dr. Burson specializes in technical analysis. He has successfully completed all three examination levels of the Chartered Market Technician (CMT) program.

Interests

Dr. Burson enjoys spending time with his wife and their 14 children, mentoring and discipling the next generation of believers, and helping individuals and families develop biblical approaches to financial stewardship. He has served as a Financial Peace University coordinator for many years. When he’s not teaching finance, he can often be found teaching another one of his children how to drive.

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As a Cedarville alumnus, it’s a privilege to return to my roots and serve alongside colleagues who love Jesus Christ and are committed to advancing His kingdom. I especially value the opportunity to invest in students' lives, helping prepare and disciple the next generation of Christian business leaders.