معرفی
Leif Atle Beisland is Professor of Financial Analysis at the Department of Economics and Finance, School of Business and Law, University of Agder. He holds a PhD in Accounting from NHH Norwegian School of Economics and maintains an active research profile focused on financial analysis and microfinance. Previously, he worked professionally as an auditor at Ernst & Young and as a risk manager/portfolio manager at Agder Energi.
Education:
• PhD in Accounting, NHH Norwegian School of Economics
Research Focus:
Professor Beisland's research spans two primary domains: 1) Value relevance of accounting information and accounting standards' impact on corporate hedging strategies, and 2) Microfinance performance measurement and inclusion mechanisms for vulnerable populations. His recent work emphasizes social performance metrics, gender dynamics in lending, and environmental sustainability in microfinance. Methodologically, he employs global surveys, econometric analysis, and case studies across developing economies.
Publication Trends:
His scholarly output (2011-2024) demonstrates a consistent focus on microfinance institutions' dual financial-social mission. Recent articles analyze credit risk moderation through female leadership, international ownership impacts, and environmental performance. Earlier foundational work established frameworks for accounting quality assessment and disability inclusion in financial services.
Academic Leadership:
- Supervises multiple PhD candidates and numerous master's students in International Business
- Teaches undergraduate/graduate courses: BE-316 Valuation and BE-414 Financial Statement Analysis
- Maintains research collaboration with NHH Norwegian School of Economics
- Serves in editorial/reviewer capacities for multiple finance and accounting journals
