Dr. Bashar Al Mansour | Financial Markets | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor of Finance at Muscat university, Oman

Dr. Bashar Yaser Mansour Almansour is an accomplished Associate Professor of Finance with extensive academic and professional experience across the Middle East and Asia. He has contributed significantly to the fields of behavioral finance, financial technology, investment analysis, and emerging market dynamics. With a robust publication record in reputable international journals and conferences, Dr. Almansour is actively engaged in interdisciplinary research involving machine learning, cryptocurrencies, digital innovation, and policy-driven financial reforms. His teaching portfolio spans undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and he plays a pivotal role in curriculum development, student mentorship, and academic administration.

Publication Profile 

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Educational Background 🎓

• Ph.D. in Finance
  University Utara Malaysia, Kedah, Malaysia (2009–2013)
  Dissertation: “Market Sentiment Index and Stock Returns in Malaysia”

• MSc. in Finance
  University Utara Malaysia, Kedah, Malaysia (2008–2009)
  Dissertation: “Predicting Financial Failure: An Empirical Investigation on Jordanian Industrial and Service Companies”

• B.A. in Finance and Banking
  Applied Science University, Amman, Jordan (2003–2007)

Professional Experience 💼

• Lecturer in Finance
  Muscat University, Oman (2024–Present)

• Associate Professor (Part-Time Researcher)
  Balagrae University of Modern Sciences (2023–2024)

• Assistant Professor
  The World Islamic Science and Education University, Jordan (2021–2022)

• Assistant Professor
  Skyline University College, UAE (2019–2020)

• Assistant Professor
  Taibah University, Saudi Arabia (2014–2017)

Research Interests 🔬

• Behavioral Finance

• Machine Learning in Finance

• Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets

• Financial Literacy and Risk Perception

• Economic Innovation and Entrepreneurship

• International Finance and Portfolio Management

• E-Government and Financial Governance Systems

• Decision Sciences and Quantitative Methods

Awards and Honors🏆✨

• CFA Institute Curriculum Alignment (Taught CFA-aligned courses)

• Member of AACSB-accredited institutions

• External Ph.D. Viva Examiner at EGADE Business School, Tecnológico de Monterrey

• Supervised over 15 Master’s theses

Conclusion🌟

Dr. Bashar Almansour is a dynamic academic and finance professional with a proven track record in research, teaching, and academic leadership. His interdisciplinary focus on modern financial systems, including digital innovations and behavioral dynamics, makes him a valuable contributor to the global finance and education sectors. His broad expertise and engagement with international institutions demonstrate a commitment to academic excellence and impactful scholarship.

Publications 📚

1. 🧠 Spillover Dynamics of Digital Assets During Economic and Political Crises
   Alnafisah, H., Almansour, B. Y., Elabed, W., & Jeribi, A.
   🔗 Research in International Business and Finance, 75, 102770 (2025)
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   💡 The Investment Puzzle: Behavioral Finance, Risk Perception, and Financial Literacy
   Almansour, B. Y., Almansour, A. Y., Elkrghli, S., & Shojaei, S. A.
   🔗 Economics-Innovative and Economics Research Journal, 13(1) (2025)
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   🕶️ Virtual Reality in Skill Training
   Abdullah, M., Almansour, A. Y., Shawal, N., Hussain, M. Z., Almansour, B. Y., & Hasan, M. Z.
   🏛️ 2024 International Conference on Decision Aid Sciences and Applications (DASA)
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   🤖 Machine Learning and Rule Induction in Various Sectors
   Almansour, B. Y., Almansour, A. Y., Janjua, J. I., Zahid, M., & Abbas, T.
   🏛️ 2024 DASA Conference
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   🚀 Innovation in the Space Sector and Entrepreneurship in Oman
   Alsaadi, A., & Almansour, B. Y.
   🏛️ 2024 DASA Conference
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   🏛️ E-Government and Governance in Pakistan
   Alyas, T., Almansour, B. Y., Tabassum, N., Almansour, A. Y., & Azhar, A.
   🏛️ 2024 DASA Conference
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   🌍 Factors Influencing FDI in Oman
   Massan, T. Al, & Almansour, B. Y.
   🏛️ 2024 DASA Conference
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   📈 Technological Diversification in Iran’s Insurance Industry
   Shojaei, S. & Almansour, B. Y.
   🔗 Asia-Pacific Journal of Risk and Insurance
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   💹 Revisiting the Dynamics of Major Cryptocurrencies
   Gulseven, O., Almansour, B. Y., & Gaytan, J. C. T.
   🔗 Business, Management and Economics Engineering, 22(2), 357–381 (2024)
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    🌊 Wavelet and Quantile Regression in Crypto Interactions
    Almansour, B. Y., Gulseven, O., Tellez Gaytan, J. C.
    🔗 Industrial Engineering and Management Systems, 23(3), 383–398 (2024)
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