Fernando Mendoza Lopez

Professor Mendoza Lopez recently received his JD and PhD from Vanderbilt Law School, and previously served as Director of Economic Studies in the Mexican federal government. Professor Mendoza Lopez’s research interests include the intersection of public policy and government contracting, with a focus on investigating how procurement processes can be leveraged to achieve broader societal objectives. Prior to entering graduate school, Professor Mendoza Lopez served as Director of Economic Studies in the Mexican federal government, where he oversaw procurement strategies for a range of public goods and services. His experience includes developing policies to enhance competition, promote small businesses, and incorporate environmental considerations into purchasing decisions.

Professor Mendoza Lopez holds a BA and MA in Economics, from the Tecnologico de Monterrey, and the University of Texas at Austin, respectively. In 2024, he earned his JD from Vanderbilt Law School and his PhD in Law and Economics from Vanderbilt University. Additionally, he holds a Masters in International Trade and Finance from Yonsei University’s Graduate School of International Studies in South Korea.

• BA, Tecnologico de Monterrey
• MA, University of Texas at Austin
• MA, Yonsei University's Graduate School of International Studies in South Korea
• JD, Vanderbilt Law School
• PhD, Vanderbilt University

• Contracts LAW 601

Public Policy, Contracts, Government Contracting