معرفی
M. Faisal Safa serves as Associate Professor of Finance at McKendree University, specializing in corporate finance, investments, and financial markets with a distinctive focus on Islamic finance applications. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical analyses of banking systems and market behaviors across global contexts.
His academic credentials include:
- Ph.D. in Finance, University of New Orleans (2013)
- M. Sc. in Finance, Georgia State University (2009)
- M.B.A. in Finance, Dalhousie University (2003)
- M. Comm. in Accounting, University of Dhaka (1994)
- B. Comm. (Hons.) in Accounting, University of Dhaka (1993)
Research interests emphasize corporate governance, investment strategies, and financial market dynamics, with specialized expertise in Islamic finance mechanisms. His work examines fee structures in Islamic funds, oil price impacts on Gulf financial systems, behavioral investor patterns in emerging markets, and systemic risk transmission in global banking networks.
Publication trends reveal a strategic focus on Islamic finance (2019-2021), addressing oil market linkages and fund fee differentials, while earlier work (2012-2013) explored systemic risk contagion and banking liberalization effects. Cross-cutting themes include regulatory impacts on financial institutions and behavioral influences on market outcomes.
Key recognitions include:
- St. Louis Area Stock Contest (2019)
- Toussaint Hocevar Outstanding Doctoral Student (2012)
- Crescent City Doctoral Scholarship (2009-2013)
- Merit Scholarship, University of Dhaka (1990-1994)
While the directory does not specify graduate student advising or active grant funding, his consistent publication record and conference presentations indicate ongoing research mentorship and potential funding engagement. His collaborative publications with institutions like the University of New Orleans suggest participation in broader academic networks despite no named laboratory affiliation at McKendree University.
