Cinzia Balit-Moussalli

Cinzia Balit-Moussalli is a Professor of Finance and Economics in the Department of Business and Accounting at Huntingdon College, a United Methodist Church-affiliated liberal arts institution. She holds a Ph.D. from Touro University International, an MBA from the American University of Beirut, and a B.S. from Beirut University. Her academic career is deeply rooted in economic theory, financial systems, and pedagogical innovation.

• Ph.D., Touro University International
• M.B.A., American University of Beirut
• B.S., Beirut University

Her research focuses on financial crises, exchange rate regimes, capital controls, institutional variables, and the role of international financial institutions like the IMF and World Bank. She also explores the European Monetary Union, leadership culture, and its impact on economic productivity. In recent years, her work has increasingly centered on the transformation of higher education, particularly the integration of generative AI in teaching, student engagement strategies, and the future of the workforce and higher education by 2035.

Her recent publications and presentations reflect a strong trend toward educational innovation, with a focus on AI in the classroom, active learning, and the ethical dimensions of economic education. She frequently contributes to national forums such as the American Economic Association, the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, and Harvard Business Publishing Education, demonstrating her leadership in economic pedagogy.

She has served on the editorial and advisory boards of Scientific Journal International and has presented at numerous academic conferences, including the World Congress of Social Economics and the Gulf Coast Economics Association. Her scholarly work includes publications on financial contagion, current account imbalances, and the role of ethics in economics education.

Cinzia Balit-Moussalli is actively involved in mentoring students and enhancing curriculum design. She has participated in professional development workshops related to accreditation (SACSCOC), institutional effectiveness, and online teaching. While no formal lab or research team is mentioned, her engagement with national economic education initiatives positions her as a key contributor to the advancement of economic literacy and teaching excellence.