Abdullah Khan

Dr. Abdullah Khan is a Professor of Economics at the School of Business, Claflin University. With a Ph.D. in Economics from Georgia State University, he bridges textbook theories with practical applications through his extensive experience in academia, management, and global institutions like the United Nations.

• Ph.D. Economics - Georgia State University
• M.A. Economics - Georgia State University
• MBA - Western Kentucky University
• B.Soc.Sci. Economics - University of Dhaka, Bangladesh
• Postgraduate Training - Penn State, Institute of Social Studies (The Hague), Harvard University

His research spans Industrial Organization, Public Economics, Economic Growth, Economics of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, with a focus on international business strategies in emerging markets and conflict resolution frameworks. Recent publications examine retail employment dynamics, linear programming in risk management, and globalization’s impact on innovation.

Scientific contributions recognized through:

• ACBSP Teaching Excellence Award (2024)
• Excellence in Teaching Award (2019)
• UNDP Fellowship
• Hubert Humphrey Fellowship