Dina El-Mahdy

Dr. Dina El-Mahdy is an Associate Professor of Accounting at Morgan State University's School of Business and Management. She holds a Ph.D. from Virginia Commonwealth University (2011), an M.Sc. from Cairo University (2004), and a B.Com. (Valedictorian, Honor) from Cairo University (1997). With 25 years of teaching experience across institutions like Georgetown University and American University, she specializes in Accounting Information Systems, financial accounting, and has been recognized with awards for academic excellence and community service.

Education:

• Ph.D., Virginia Commonwealth University, Accounting (Finance minor), 2011
• M.Sc., Cairo University, Accounting (Finance minor), 2004
• B.Com. (Valedictorian, Honor), Cairo University, Accounting (Finance minor), 1997

Research Focus: Dr. El-Mahdy’s work addresses earning quality, corporate governance, forensic accounting, blockchain, and the impact of gender diversity in executive roles. Her research has been cited by the SEC, Bloomberg, and academic institutions globally. Notable areas include internal control quality, information asymmetry, and voluntary disclosures.

Awards & Recognition:

• Finalist, Community Innovator of the Year Award (2021)
• PowerLIVE Faculty Award (2021)
• Invited speaker at international forums on gender equality and digital rights
• Featured in Accounting and Finance, Review of Quantitative Finance and Accounting, and other top journals

Service & Community Engagement: She volunteers with the CASH Campaign of Maryland to assist low-income taxpayers and serves as Vice-President of Karina Association, Inc., a nonprofit providing art therapy and vocational training. She is also on the editorial boards of the Journal of Forensic & Investigative Accounting and Corporate Governance and Sustainability Review.