Dr. Bashar Almansour , Muscat University , Oman
Dr. Bashar Yaser Mansour Almansour is a highly accomplished academic and researcher in the field of finance, with a focus on Financial Technology (Fintech), Financial Economics, Investment, Portfolio Management, and Corporate Finance. He holds a PhD in Finance from the University Utara Malaysia, where he conducted groundbreaking research on the relationship between market sentiment index and stock returns in Malaysia. His expertise also extends to statistical analysis using tools such as SPSS and E-views.
Throughout his career, Dr. Almansour has held various academic positions, including Assistant Professor roles at prestigious institutions such as The World Islamic Science and Education University, Skyline University College, and Taibah University. He has demonstrated a strong commitment to teaching excellence, with a diverse range of courses taught at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including Financial Reporting, Investment Management, Corporate Finance, and Research Methods in Business.
In addition to his teaching responsibilities, Dr. Almansour is an active researcher, publishing his findings in reputable journals and conferences. He has also served as a reviewer for esteemed academic journals such as Finance Research Letters and Corporate Governance and Organizational Behavior Review.
Dr. Almansour is deeply engaged in professional development activities, continuously seeking innovative methodologies to enhance the quality of instruction and academic programs
Professional Profiles:
📚 Education:
- PhD. Degree in Finance, University Utara Malaysia, Malaysia (AACSB Accredited), 2009-2013
Dissertation: Market Sentiment Index and Stock Returns in Malaysia
- MSc. Degree in Finance, University Utara Malaysia, Malaysia (AACSB Accredited), 2008-2009
Dissertation: Predicting Financial Failure: An Empirical Investigation on Jordanian Industrial and Service Companies
- B.A Degree in Finance and Banking, Applied Science University, Amman, Jordan, 2003-2007
Dissertation: A Comparison between Manual and Electronic Trading in the Amman Stock Exchange
📊 Research Interests:
- Financial Economics
- Investment and Portfolio Management
- Corporate Finance
- Asset Pricing
- Behavioral Finance
- International Finance
💼 Work Experience:
- Researcher, The Libyan International Medical University, March 2023 – August 2023
- Assistant Professor, The World Islamic Science and Education University, February 2021 – September 2022
- Assistant Professor, Skyline University College, January 2019 – July 2020
- Assistant Professor, Taibah University, October 2014 – September 2017
- Assistant Professor, Arab Community College, September 2013 – March 2014
- Lecturer, University Utara Malaysia, 2011-2013
🔍 Main Activities & Responsibilities:
- Delivering courses in specified disciplines
- Conducting high-quality research
- Establishing and maintaining effective work relationships
- Participating in professional development activities
- Maintaining academic standards
- Providing academic advising
- Participating in program development
🔬 Membership & Certificates:
- American Canadian Board for Professional Training
- CFA Member 2018/2019
- Honorary certificates from Applied Science University, Jordan
- Honorary Doctorate of Finance and Banking from Toronto University, Canada
💻 Technical Skills:
- Microsoft Office
- Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS)
- E-views
📚 Courses Given:
- Financial Reporting and Statement Analysis
- Investment and Portfolio Management
- Corporate Finance
- International Finance
- Financial Analysis using Excel
- Accounting
- Money and Banking
- Islamic Insurance
- Research Method in Business
- Elementary Statistic
- Marketing
🌍 Languages:
- Arabic: Native
- English: Excellent
- Bahasa Melayu: Very Good
🌟 Personal Skills:
- Effective communication
- Academic advising
- Independent research
- Teamwork
- Academic program planning
🎓 Reviews & Certificates:
- Recognized for Teaching Excellence
- Participation in Various Workshops and Conferences
- Honorary Certificates for Paper Reviews
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