Dr. Zahra El Shlmani

PhD Accounting | Academic & Financial Practices Specialist
Gelugor, MY.

About

Highly accomplished PhD in Accounting with extensive expertise in financial analysis, auditing, and corporate governance, backed by robust academic research and practical application. Recognized for significant contributions to advancing accounting practices and education through diverse academic and professional leadership roles. Proven ability to conduct empirical research, publish in top-tier journals, and mentor future professionals in accounting and finance.

Work

GAFRM Publishing, USA
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Editorial Board Member

USA, N/A, US

Summary

Served as an Editorial Board Member for a leading international journal, contributing to the advancement of accounting, finance, and risk management research.

Highlights

Provided expert guidance on journal content and strategic direction, ensuring high academic standards and intellectual rigor.

Reviewed and curated submissions, enhancing the quality and relevance of published research in accounting and financial risk management.

Science Publishing Group, USA
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Reviewer, International Journal of Business and Economic Research

USA, N/A, US

Summary

Contributed as a peer reviewer for an international journal, upholding rigorous academic standards in business and economic research.

Highlights

Evaluated numerous research papers for methodological soundness, theoretical contribution, and practical implications, ensuring publication quality.

Provided constructive, detailed feedback to authors, significantly enhancing the clarity, accuracy, and impact of submitted manuscripts.

Faculty of Business and Economics at the University of Turbat (UoT), Pakistan
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Reviewer, Journal of Business Studies and Economics Research (JBSER)

Turbat, Balochistan, Pakistan

Summary

Currently serving as a peer reviewer for JBSER, contributing to scholarly discourse in business and economics.

Highlights

Assessed academic submissions for originality, rigor, and relevance, supporting the journal's mission to disseminate high-quality research.

Applied advanced analytical skills to critique research methodologies and findings, ensuring robust scholarly contributions in the field.

Kablan Office for Accounting and Auditing Services
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Auditor

N/A, N/A, Libya

Summary

Conducted comprehensive audits for a private accounting firm, ensuring compliance and financial accuracy for diverse clients.

Highlights

Performed detailed financial statement audits, identifying discrepancies and ensuring adherence to national and international accounting standards.

Provided expert analysis of financial records, contributing to enhanced transparency and effective risk mitigation strategies for clients.

Collaborated with clients to implement best practices in financial reporting and internal controls, improving operational efficiency and compliance.

Libyan Academy for Postgraduate Studies, Benghazi Branch
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Lecturer

Benghazi, N/A, Libya

Summary

Educated and mentored postgraduate students in MBA and Engineering Management departments for over a decade.

Highlights

Taught advanced accounting and finance courses to MBA and Engineering Management students, fostering critical analytical and quantitative skills.

Developed and delivered engaging curriculum, integrating contemporary accounting theories with practical applications and case studies.

Mentored numerous students on research projects and academic development, significantly contributing to their professional growth and successful thesis completions.

Higher Centre of Administrative and Financial Sciences (HCAFS)
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Lecturer & Head of Training & Internal Resources Accounts Office

N/A, N/A, Libya

Summary

Led academic instruction and administrative functions within the Accounting Department, fostering student success and operational efficiency.

Highlights

Served as Head of Training & Internal Resources Accounts Office for 4 years (2000-2004), optimizing resource allocation and streamlining financial processes.

Supervised numerous graduation projects for HCAFS students (2005-2007), guiding research and ensuring successful academic outcomes.

Provided instruction as a Teaching Assistant in the Accounting Department (2005-2007), enhancing student understanding of complex financial concepts.

Contributed to curriculum development and academic program enhancement, aligning educational offerings with industry best practices and emerging trends.

Benghazi University
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Master Thesis Reviewer

Benghazi, N/A, Libya

Summary

Provided expert academic review for Master's theses in scoring, ensuring methodological rigor and scholarly contribution.

Highlights

Evaluated multiple Master's theses, ensuring academic rigor, methodological soundness, and original contribution to the field of scoring.

Offered critical feedback and recommendations, significantly improving the quality of postgraduate research and student outcomes.

National Level Accounting Qualification Board
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Exam Preparation Committee Member

N/A, N/A, Libya

Summary

Contributed to the development of national-level accounting qualification exams, ensuring industry relevance and academic standards.

Highlights

Collaborated with a national committee to design and validate accounting qualification exams, impacting future professionals across the country.

Ensured exam content accurately aligned with current accounting principles, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements.

The Higher Institute of Comprehensive Management
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Conference Preparative Committee Member

N/A, N/A, Libya

Summary

Played a key role in organizing the inaugural conference on Maintenance, Training, and Management.

Highlights

Coordinated logistics, content, and speaker arrangements as a member of the Preparative Committee for a major academic conference.

Facilitated the successful execution of the 1st Conference, enhancing professional discourse and knowledge sharing among participants.

Volunteer

General Syndicate of Accountants and Auditors in Libya
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Member

N/A, N/A, Libya

Summary

Active member of Libya's professional body for accountants and auditors, contributing to industry standards and ethical practices.

Highlights

Engage with professional peers to discuss and promote best practices in accounting and auditing within Libya.

Contribute to the syndicate's initiatives aimed at enhancing professional development and regulatory compliance.

Education

Universiti Sains Malaysia
Pinang, Pinang, Malaysia

Ph.D. (Research)

Accounting

Libyan Academy for Postgraduate Studies
N/A, N/A, Libya

M.Sc. (Research)

Accounting

Grade: 1st Honors Country-level | AGPA 3.82/4.00

Awards

IISPPR Data Analyst Scholarship Program

Awarded By

IISPPR, India

Recipient of a scholarship for advanced training in data analysis.

IISPPR Qualitative Research Scholarship Program

Awarded By

IISPPR, India

Recipient of a scholarship for specialized training in qualitative research methodologies.

Libyan Academy Partial Scholarship

Awarded By

Libyan Academy

Awarded a partial scholarship for Ph.D. studies in Accounting, Tripoli.

1st Honors Country-level Graduate

Awarded By

Libyan Academy for Postgraduate Studies

Awarded for achieving the highest academic distinction (AGPA 3.82/4.00) at the country level during M.Sc. studies.

HCAFS Partial Scholarship

Awarded By

Libyan Academy for Postgraduate Studies, Benghazi

Awarded a partial scholarship for M.Sc. studies in Accounting.

HCAFS Full Scholarship

Awarded By

National Institute of Administration, Benghazi

Awarded a full scholarship for B.Sc. studies in Accounting.

Publications

Financial Inclusion as a Strategy for Income Inequality Reduction and Economic Growth: PLS-SEM Analysis from Cross-Country Evidence.

Published by

Investment Management and Financial Innovations

Summary

Published in a WOS-Q3 & IF: 0.817, Scopus-Q2 journal.

COVID-19 Pandemic and Linkage Between Stock Markets in Middle Eastern Countries.

Published by

Journal of Chinese Economic and Foreign Trade Studies

Summary

Published in a WOS-Q2 & IF: 1.8, Scopus-Q2 journal.

A Systematic Literature Review of Budget Participation: Foundations, Trends, and Ways Forward.

Published by

International Review of Public Administration

Summary

Published in a WOS-Q3 & IF: 2.3, Scopus-Q2 journal.

The Impact of Management Accounting on ESG Strategies: The Moderation Role of Corporate Ownership.

Published by

Business Strategy and Development Journal Q1

Summary

Paper submitted for publication.

How Ownership Types Shape ESG Performance and Drive Sustainable Finance: The Role of Corporate Governance (A Book Chapter)

Published by

Nova Publishers

Summary

Book chapter submitted for publication.

Revolutionizing Sustainability Disclosure: Integrating Green Building Ratings with Environmental Pillar of ESG Indices: A Comparative Analysis

Summary

Research paper in progress.

The Characteristics of Sanctioned US Firms: A Quasi-Experimental Study

Summary

Research paper in progress.

Corporate Moral Hazard and ESG Performance: Unveiling the Influence of Gross Enforcement Actions and Ownership Dynamics in US Multinational Corporations.

Published by

Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management

Summary

Published in a WOS-Q1 & IF: 11.3, Scopus-Q1 journal.

Meta-Analysis of OLS, MLE, and ML/DL in Sustainability Quantitative Research: Usage Intensity, Predictive Power and Weaknesses

Summary

Research paper in progress.

Languages

Arabic
English
Bahasa Melayu

Certificates

4-day hands-on webinar on 'Structural Equation Modelling Using SmartPLS'

Issued By

Numerical Analytics Instruments Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi

2-day workshop on Panel Data Analysis

Issued By

SOM, USM, Expert Trainer Professor Dr. Eng Yoke Kee

Presenter, 2nd International Joint-Postgraduate Colloquium for Multidisciplinary Research (IJPCMR 2023)

Issued By

USM

Qualitative Research using Interviews

Issued By

UCP Business School, University of Central Punjab, Lahore

Presenter, International Postgraduate Research Symposium 2022 (INPOS 2022)

Issued By

SOM, USM

Blockchain: Transforming the Accountancy Profession Forum

Issued By

Dewan Persidangan Universiti, USM

Intensive English Program Level IV (Grade A)

Issued By

School of Languages, Literacies and Translation, USM

Skills

Research & Analytics

Quantitative Research, Qualitative Research, Empirical Research Design, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Financial Analysis, ESG Data Analysis, PLS-SEM Analysis, Meta-Analysis, AI Prompt Engineering.

Software & Tools

Microsoft Office Suite, SPSS, STATA, SmartPLS, Power BI, Orange Data Mining, Minitab, NVivo, R Studio, Matlab, Python, bibliomagika, VOSviewer, Biblioshiny - Bibliometrix.

Academic & Professional Expertise

Accounting Principles, Auditing Practices, Corporate Governance, Business Ethics, Financial Reporting, Sustainability, Enforcement Actions, Ownership Structure, Corporate Moral Hazard, Curriculum Development, Lecturing, Thesis Supervision, Journal Reviewing, Editorial Board Membership.

Leadership & Management

Team Leadership, Project Management, Process Optimization, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication, Problem Solving.