Josh Herian
Areas of Expertise
- Accounting
- Data Analytics
- Economics
- Finance
- Risk Management
Bio
Josh Herian graduated Cum Laude from the University of Nebraska at Kearney after participating in the UNK Honors Program all four years. Herian spent six years as a guest lecturer at UNK’s College of Business and Technology where he delivered lectures on financial operations, risk management, and applied economics. He also was responsible for developing and presenting real-world case studies to enhance classroom engagement.
Herian is a veteran professional with over 20 years of experience in the banking industry. He has served as a financial analyst and teller supervisor as well as branch manager. In addition, he has held the role of controls and governance officer. Most recently, Herian worked as a senior operations analyst and operations specialist. In addition to his work in the banking industry, Josh Herian has used his teaching skills in his position of corporate trainer and program developer, a role he has perfected over the past decade.
Education
B.S., Finance and Economics, University of Nebraska at Kearney
How would you describe your teaching style?
My goal is to connect theory to real-world application. I want to help students understand that economics is a framework for understanding human behavior, decision making, and virtually all systems in society. I strive to engage students with interactive teaching and practical examples. My focus with all of my classes will be to help students learn how to think critically and solve problems. I also hope to foster a culture of mentorship where students feel encouraged to share ideas and ask questions.
What do students need to know to be successful in your classroom?
I would say the key word is connection. I want students to engage with the material and their classmates. When students are engaged, they learn more, have more success, and enjoy the class more. Connecting with their teachers and classmates helps them learn how to build relationships, and that skill is vital for success in the classroom as well as in the professional world.
