معرفی
Dr. Sasan Saiy is an Associate Professor at the University of Waterloo's School of Accounting and Finance and serves as Co-Director of the Bachelor of Sustainability and Financial Management (BSFM) program. His interdisciplinary background includes engineering, economics, and finance, with professional experience in North American industry roles prior to academia.
Education and Certifications:
- BASc. Industrial Engineering (University of Toronto)
- M.A. Economics (York University)
- MASc. Finance (Queen’s University)
- Ph.D. Financial Accounting (University of Toronto)
- Competent Boards Sustainability and ESG Certificate
- Fundamentals of Sustainability Accounting (FSA) Credential
- GRI Training Course on Sustainability Reporting
His research examines corporate governance mechanisms, financial distress prediction, ESG integration in reporting, and the informational role of accounting data in valuation and contracting. This work bridges finance theory with sustainability imperatives, reflecting leadership in the BSFM program.
Publications demonstrate consistent focus on financial decision-making under uncertainty, with recent emphasis on bankruptcy valuation accuracy, employee incentive structures, and director compensation ethics. Methodologies range from empirical archival analysis to experimental field studies.
Research Funding Highlights:
- SSHRC Insight Development Grant ($66,337): Sustainability Disclosure and Net Zero Targets (2024-2026)
- SSHRC Partnership Engage Grant ($25,000): Aeronautics Sector Sustainability Readiness (2024-2026)
- Smart Prosperity Institute Grant ($22,610): Low-carbon Economy Transition
- CAAA Research Grant ($6,000): Bankruptcy Valuation Accuracy
- Multiple University Grants ($22,500): Human Capital Investment and Government Contracting
