Zahida Sarwary

Zahida Sarwary is an Associate Professor at Linköping University's Department of Management and Engineering, within the Business Administration school. She specializes in capital budgeting techniques, entrepreneurial finance, and strategic financial management. Her research focuses on managerial discretion in SMEs, SME financing challenges, and the interplay between entrepreneurial structures and financial decision-making.

Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in small and medium-sized enterprises, emphasizing how strategic choices in capital allocation impact organizational growth. Notable research areas include the analysis of bank-SME relationships and the role of professionalism in fostering financial trust.

Dr. Sarwary's publications highlight recurring themes such as SME financial decision-making processes, the moderating effects of entrepreneurial environments, and the application of capital budgeting methodologies in high-growth contexts.

While no formal awards or grants are listed, her contributions to SME finance research demonstrate a sustained commitment to advancing understanding in this domain.