Isik Akin

Dr Isik Akin is a Senior Lecturer in Accounting and Finance at Bath Spa University and leads the Accounting Pathway. He teaches undergraduate and postgraduate modules including Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Corporate Financial Management, and Quantitative Research Methods.

• Education: PhD in Accounting and Finance (Bath Spa University), PhD in Economics and Finance (Istanbul Gelisim University), MSc in Finance (University of the West of England), BSc in Mathematics (Trakya University)
• Professional Qualifications: Fellowship in Higher Education Academy, Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI)

His research focuses on Behavioral Finance, FinTech, Credit Risk Management, and Sustainable Finance. Recent publications analyze:

• Enterprise valuation dynamics (FTSE 100)
• Metaverse asset valuation frameworks
• Interconnected financial markets (stocks, commodities, crypto)
• Green investments in real estate

He has secured significant international funding including the Connect4Innovation UK-Turkey partnership grant (2021-2022, £50,000) and coordinated EU projects like the Life-Long Learning Programme (2016-2017).

Scientific Awards & Roles:

• Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) certified
• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
• Advisory Board Member: Izlek Academic Journal, Metropolitan Business Review
• Editorial Board Member: International Journal of Economics and Financial Research

His career spans multiple institutions including Worcester University and University of Arts London, with expertise in international finance, quantitative methods, and financial globalization.