Bashar Al Mansour | Financial Markets | Best Researcher Award

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.

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Educational Background ๐ŸŽ“

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

  • MSc. in Finance
    University Utara Malaysia, Kedah, Malaysia (2008โ€“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 (2003โ€“2007)

Professional Experience ๐Ÿ’ผ

  • Lecturer in Finance
    Muscat University, Oman (2024โ€“Present)

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

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

  • Assistant Professor
    Skyline University College, UAE (2019โ€“2020)

  • Assistant Professor
    Taibah University, Saudi Arabia (2014โ€“2017)

Research Interests ๐Ÿ”ฌ

  • 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 Honors๐Ÿ†โœจ

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

  • Member of AACSB-accredited institutions

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

  • Supervised over 15 Masterโ€™s theses

Conclusion๐ŸŒŸ

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 ๐Ÿ“š

  1. ๐Ÿง  Spillover Dynamics of Digital Assets During Economic and Political Crises
    Alnafisah, H., Almansour, B. Y., Elabed, W., & Jeribi, A.
    ๐Ÿ”— Research in International Business and Finance, 75, 102770 (2025)
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  2. ๐Ÿ’ก The Investment Puzzle: Behavioral Finance, Risk Perception, and Financial Literacy
    Almansour, B. Y., Almansour, A. Y., Elkrghli, S., & Shojaei, S. A.
    ๐Ÿ”— Economics-Innovative and Economics Research Journal, 13(1) (2025)
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  3. ๐Ÿ•ถ๏ธ Virtual Reality in Skill Training
    Abdullah, M., Almansour, A. Y., Shawal, N., Hussain, M. Z., Almansour, B. Y., & Hasan, M. Z.
    ๐Ÿ›๏ธ 2024 International Conference on Decision Aid Sciences and Applications (DASA)
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  4. ๐Ÿค– Machine Learning and Rule Induction in Various Sectors
    Almansour, B. Y., Almansour, A. Y., Janjua, J. I., Zahid, M., & Abbas, T.
    ๐Ÿ›๏ธ 2024 DASA Conference
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  5. ๐Ÿš€ Innovation in the Space Sector and Entrepreneurship in Oman
    Alsaadi, A., & Almansour, B. Y.
    ๐Ÿ›๏ธ 2024 DASA Conference
    ๐Ÿ‘‰ DOI Link


  6. ๐Ÿ›๏ธ E-Government and Governance in Pakistan
    Alyas, T., Almansour, B. Y., Tabassum, N., Almansour, A. Y., & Azhar, A.
    ๐Ÿ›๏ธ 2024 DASA Conference
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  7. ๐ŸŒ Factors Influencing FDI in Oman
    Massan, T. Al, & Almansour, B. Y.
    ๐Ÿ›๏ธ 2024 DASA Conference
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  8. ๐Ÿ“ˆ Technological Diversification in Iranโ€™s Insurance Industry
    Shojaei, S. & Almansour, B. Y.
    ๐Ÿ”— Asia-Pacific Journal of Risk and Insurance
    ๐Ÿ‘‰ DOI Link


  9. ๐Ÿ’น Revisiting the Dynamics of Major Cryptocurrencies
    Gulseven, O., Almansour, B. Y., & Gaytan, J. C. T.
    ๐Ÿ”— Business, Management and Economics Engineering, 22(2), 357โ€“381 (2024)
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  10. ๐ŸŒŠ Wavelet and Quantile Regression in Crypto Interactions
    Almansour, B. Y., Gulseven, O., Tellez Gaytan, J. C.
    ๐Ÿ”— Industrial Engineering and Management Systems, 23(3), 383โ€“398 (2024)
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Emily Maria K Jose | Accounting | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Emily Maria K Jose | Accounting | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship, India

A dedicated research scholar and aspiring academic, Emily Maria K. Jose is passionate about the fields of Human Resource Management and Organizational Behaviour. With a rich academic background and a diverse professional experience, she is committed to using her knowledge and skills to contribute to the advancement of education and research. Emily aims to inspire students and researchers through her innovative teaching methods and insightful academic pursuits.

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Educational Background ๐ŸŽ“

  • Ph.D. in Management (Pursuing, 2020โ€“2023), Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore
  • MBA in Leadership & Management (2018โ€“2020), Christ Deemed to be University, Bengaluru
  • Bachelor of Business Administration (Finance) (2015โ€“2018), Don Bosco Arts & Science College, Kannur

Professional Experience ๐Ÿ’ผ

Emily is an Assistant Professor with expertise in Human Resource Management (HRM) and Organizational Behaviour (OB). She has taught postgraduate students at XIME, Bengaluru (Janโ€“Jul 2024), where she designed course materials, delivered lectures, and mentored students on academic and career development. She also guided research projects and internships.

Her professional journey also includes experience as a Finance Intern at Reliance E-Commerce (Jul 2019โ€“Feb 2020), where she worked with SAP Finance and auditing reports. Additionally, Emily has worked as a Marketing Executive at Aedi Tech, a Quality Intern at Narayana Hrudayalaya, and a Data Management Intern at Violet Health India. These roles have honed her skills in data analysis, quality assurance, social media marketing, and business operations.

Research Interests ๐Ÿ”ฌ

Emilyโ€™s research focuses on the intersection of organizational behavior, emotional intelligence, and workplace dynamics, with particular attention to toxic leadership, organizational politics, and work-life balance. She has published multiple research papers in Scopus-indexed journals, such as the International Journal of Process Management and Benchmarking and the International Journal of Work Innovation. Notable studies include the impact of perceived organizational politics on emotional intelligence and employee engagement, as well as a bibliometric analysis on toxic leadership and its effects on employee behavior. She is also exploring the integration of personal and machine intelligence in enhancing service performance within the service industry.

Publications ๐Ÿ“š

  1. Jose, E. M. K., Prasanna, A., Kushwaha, B. P., & Das, M. (2024). Can generative AI motivate management students? The role of perceived value and information literacy. International Journal of Management Education, 22(3), 101082.

  2. Jose, E. M. K., & Kushwaha, B. P. (2024). Technopreneurship in startups and understanding their entrepreneurial mindset: An empirical evidence. International Journal of Management and Enterprise Development, 23(4), 335โ€“354.

  3. Jose, E. M. K., & Kushwaha, B. P. (2024). Does perceived organisational politics affect emotional intelligence and employee engagement? An empirical study. International Journal of Work Innovation, 5(4), 311โ€“332.

  4. Jose, E. M. K., & Kushwaha, B. P. (2024). The dark side of organisational identification: Systematic literature review and bibliometric analysis on toxic leadership on employeeโ€™s behaviour. International Journal of Process Management and Benchmarking, 18(2), 240โ€“265.

  5. Jose, E. M. K., & Kushwaha, B. P. (2024). Twenty years of emotional intelligence in academia: A methodological review. International Journal of Learning and Change, 16(4), 385โ€“419.