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Dr. Adnan Fakir is an Associate Professor in Economics at the University of Sussex Business School, where he serves as Course Director for the BSc Economics program. He has established himself as a prominent researcher in development economics with a focus on health, political economy, labor, and gender issues, particularly in the context of Bangladesh and other developing countries.
His academic journey includes:
- PhD in Economics from the University of Western Australia (2018-2022)
- MSc in Economics from the University of Sussex (2012-2013)
- BSS in Economics from BRAC University, Bangladesh (2009-2012)
- PG Certificate in Higher Education from University of Sussex (2024)
- Certificate in Teaching Strategies for Higher Education from BRAC University (2013)
Dr. Fakir's research interests center on development economics, with particular emphasis on health economics, political economy, labor economics, and gender economics. His work often employs experimental and empirical methods to examine critical development issues in Bangladesh and other developing contexts. He has made significant contributions to understanding the impacts of social policies, gender dynamics, health behaviors, and economic development in resource-constrained settings.
His publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on development issues in South Asia, particularly Bangladesh, with recent work examining the effects of childhood bullying on labor market outcomes, internal migration patterns, tobacco consumption behaviors, and pandemic responses. His research often bridges theoretical economic concepts with practical policy applications, as evidenced by his consultancy work with the World Bank.
Dr. Fakir has received recognition for his academic contributions:
- Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) - April 2024
- University of Sussex Education Awards Nominee - March 2024
- Engagement Facilitation Fund (EFF) Award for "Banglanomics" project - March-June 2023
As an educator, Dr. Fakir has extensive teaching experience across multiple institutions. He has served as Graduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Western Australia and Senior Lecturer at BRAC University before joining the University of Sussex. At Sussex, he teaches advanced microeconomics, econometrics, and development economics courses. His professional activities include peer reviewing for journals such as Migration Studies and Review of Development Economics, and he has been actively involved in consultancy projects with the World Bank focused on social safety nets, social registries, and female empowerment in Bangladesh.
