Jackson Lai is a Graduate Coach with InGenius Prep with a highly analytical background in Economics and Finance. He holds a PhD from University College London, specializing in financial modeling, quantitative analysis, and data visualization. With expertise in Excel, SQL, Python, and advanced statistical methods, Jackson brings a unique combination of academic rigor and practical business application to complex financial challenges. His doctoral research focused on the economic mechanisms of the UK housing market, with particular emphasis on housing economics and urban economics, completing over three years of intensive quantitative analysis using multiple programming languages and statistical software.
Throughout his career, Jackson has demonstrated exceptional ability to bridge the gap between complex financial concepts and practical business solutions. As a Business Analytics Advisor at University College London, he led high-profile financial analysis projects with industry partners including J.P. Morgan, Burberry, and Lloyds Bank, analyzing large datasets to identify business opportunities and optimize operational expenditures. His role as Guest Lecturer at the London School of Economics further showcased his talent for developing innovative quantitative analysis frameworks and mentoring the next generation of analysts. Jackson has presented his research and findings at over 12 international conferences across Europe, Asia, and North America, consistently demonstrating his ability to communicate sophisticated financial data to diverse audiences.
As a Graduate Coach, Jackson’s multilingual capabilities (English, Mandarin, and Cantonese) and international experience make him uniquely positioned to work with students on the global stage. He brings his proven track record includes creating financial forecasting models, conducting variance analysis, developing interactive data visualizations, and providing strategic recommendations based on data-driven insights to his students.
