Assistant Professor at Air University Islamabad, Pakistanš
Hina Najam is an Assistant Professor at the School of Management, Air University, Islamabad, Pakistan. With a keen interest in finance, sustainability, and green technologies, she has authored several impactful publications in top-tier academic journals. Her work addresses the role of green finance, renewable energy, and environmental sustainability in driving economic and societal transformation. Hina holds a Ph.D. in Finance from Iqra University, Islamabad, and has contributed significantly to the academic community through her teaching and research.
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Education Backgroundš
Hina Najam has a distinguished educational background in finance, management, and education. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Finance at Iqra University, Islamabad, Pakistan, with a focus on advanced financial management and qualitative research methods. She earned an MBA (1.5 years) from Ghazi University, Dera Ghazi Khan, where she achieved an outstanding CGPA of 3.97/4.00. Prior to her MBA, she completed her BBA (HONS) from Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, with a CGPA of 3.77/4.00. Additionally, Hina holds a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) from Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad, further enhancing her expertise in educational methodologies and teaching. Her academic journey is underpinned by a strong foundation in management, finance, and education, enabling her to contribute to various teaching and research initiatives.
Professional Experienceš±
Hina Najam has a rich professional experience as an educator and researcher, with roles spanning across various prestigious institutions. She currently serves as an Assistant Professor (IPFP Fellow) at the School of Management, Air University, Islamabad, where she teaches courses in financial accounting and business finance. Prior to this, she was a Visiting Faculty Member (VFM) at Bahria Business School, Bahria University, Islamabad, and at the Faculty of Management Sciences, Air University. Hina has also taught at Riphah International University, Islamabad, and PMAS, Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, where she delivered courses in business mathematics, financial accounting, and performance management. In her early career, she was a visiting faculty member at Ghazi University, Dera Ghazi Khan, specializing in corporate governance and corporate finance. Her extensive teaching experience reflects her versatility and dedication to fostering financial literacy and management skills among students.
Hina Najam’s research interests lie at the intersection of finance, sustainability, and environmental management. She is particularly focused on the role of green finance in supporting renewable energy investment and green technological innovation. Her work examines how environmental decentralization, green human capital, and digital finance contribute to sustainable societal development. Hina’s research also explores the relationship between environmental regulations, financial development, and green total factor productivity, particularly in emerging economies. Her work in green finance aims to provide empirical insights and policy recommendations for achieving carbon neutrality and economic sustainability, with a strong emphasis on the role of green finance in the MENA region and Asian economies.
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Publications Top Notes š
1. “Green technological innovation, green finance, and financial development and their role in green total factor productivity: Empirical insights from China”
- Authors: C Jiakui, J Abbas, H Najam, J Liu, J Abbas
- Journal: Journal of Cleaner Production
- Volume: 382
- Article: 135131
- Year: 2023
- Citations: 440
- DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2023.135131
2. “Investment in renewable energy and electricity output: Role of green finance, environmental tax, and geopolitical risk: Empirical evidence from China”
- Authors: J Abbas, L Wang, SB Belgacem, PS Pawar, H Najam, J Abbas
- Journal: Energy
- Volume: 269
- Article: 126683
- Year: 2023
- Citations: 242
- DOI: 10.1016/j.energy.2023.126683
3. “Role of environmental regulations, green finance, and investment in green technologies in green total factor productivity: Empirical evidence from Asian region”
- Authors: L Tong, CJC Jabbour, H Najam, J Abbas
- Journal: Journal of Cleaner Production
- Volume: 380
- Article: 134930
- Year: 2022
- Citations: 104
- DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2022.134930
4. “Achieving financial sustainability through revenue diversification: A green pathway for financial institutions in Asia”
- Authors: Z Xie, X Liu, H Najam, Q Fu, J Abbas, U Comite, LM Cismas, A Miculescu
- Journal: Sustainability
- Volume: 14(6)
- Article: 3512
- Year: 2022
- Citations: 76
- DOI: 10.3390/su14063512
5. “Towards green recovery: Can banks achieve financial sustainability through income diversification in ASEAN countries?”
- Authors: H Najam, J Abbas, S Ćlvarez-Otero, E Dogan, MS Sial
- Journal: Economic Analysis and Policy
- Volume: 76
- Pages: 522-533
- Year: 2022
- Citations: 70
- DOI: 10.1016/j.eap.2022.01.002
Conclusion
Dr. Hina Najamās work epitomizes excellence in the realm of sustainable finance and environmental management. Her pioneering contributions to green finance, renewable energy investment, and sustainable economic development are invaluable, particularly in the context of emerging economies. Her research is characterized by a strong empirical foundation, real-world relevance, and interdisciplinary integration. With continued focus on expanding global collaborations and increasing the practical application of her findings, Dr. Najam has the potential to further enhance the global dialogue on sustainable finance and green technologies.
For these reasons, Dr. Hina Najam is an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award, demonstrating the ability to merge academic excellence with policy-relevant research that can drive societal and economic transformations toward sustainability.