David Fielding

David Fielding is a Professor of Development Economics at the Global Development Institute, University of Manchester. His research focuses on Development Economics, Political Economics, and Economic Theory, with a particular emphasis on topics such as financial inclusion, child labor, ethnic diversity impacts, and socio-economic development in Africa and Asia. He holds a PhD, MPhil, and BA from Oxford University, specializing in Economics and Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE).

Education:

• Doctor of Philosophy (Economics), Oxford University (1993)
• Master of Philosophy (Economics), Oxford University (1989)
• Bachelor of Arts (Philosophy, Politics, and Economics), Oxford University (1987)

Research Interests: Professor Fielding explores how ethnic diversity influences socio-economic outcomes, evaluates the effects of financial systems on development, and investigates the interplay between governance and household welfare. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in reducing poverty and improving education access. Recent studies include the role of credit access in reducing child labor in Bangladesh and the impact of banking competition on financial inclusion in Ethiopia.

Research Trends: His publications (2020–2025) highlight interdisciplinary approaches to development challenges, including climate change impacts on agriculture, health outcomes linked to ethnic diversity, and pandemic effects on poverty dynamics. Collaborations span institutions in Malawi, Ethiopia, Ghana, Vietnam, and New Zealand.

Advising & Grants: While no formal advisees are listed, his collaborative research network includes scholars like R. Dimova and F. Munshi. His work is supported by grants from the Global Development Institute and international funding bodies.

Labs & Teams: Affiliated with the Global Development Institute, a multidisciplinary research platform addressing global challenges through economics, policy, and social science.