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Arab Dahir Hassan

Economist
Basaksehir,34

Summary

Highly accomplished Research Fellow and Economist with 7 years of experience designing, conducting, and disseminating complex research findings.

Proven ability to mentor and consult with junior economists and industry officers, fostering their professional development. Collaborate effectively with faculty and students to achieve research excellence, including publications in high-impact journals and successful thesis completion.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages

Work History

Research Fellow and Lecturer

Ibn Haldun University
01.2024 - Current

Teaching:

  • Develop and deliver courses in Econometrics (Masters level), Introduction to Data Science Programming (Masters and PhD level), and Financial Market Forecasting (undergraduate level).
  • Foster a stimulating learning environment that encourages critical thinking, active participation, and a deep understanding of the subject matter.
  • Utilize innovative teaching methods and technologies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

Research:

  • Collaborate with faculty on research projects, contributing expertise in modeling and data analysis.
  • Conduct comprehensive literature reviews and write research reports for publication in high-impact academic journals.

Research Economist

Somalialand Ministry Of Finance
01.2019 - 03.2024
  • Mentored and trained macroeconomic and statistics officers in programming and data analysis.
  • Provided expert advice on economic issues to policymakers, aiding in effective decision-making processes.
  • Explored innovative methodologies in conducting economic research to stay abreast with contemporary developments.
  • Worked effectively to influence key players across private and public sectors.
  • Evaluated macroeconomic indicators such as GDP, inflation rate, interest rate movements – assessing their implications on overall economy.
  • Used mathematical formulas, statistical models and analytical techniques to assess information
  • Analyzed factors that affected economic growth and leveraged information
  • Forecasted production and consumption of renewable and non-renewable resources and supply

Consultant

Amal Bank
03.2023 - 12.2023
  • Conducting comprehensive training sessions for bank staff on advanced financial data analysis techniques, empowering them with the skills necessary to navigate complex financial data sets effectively.
  • Analyzing bank financial data meticulously and crafting succinct policy briefs for executive leadership, providing actionable insights to inform strategic decision-making processes.
  • Facilitating training sessions for both junior and senior financial officers within the bank, focusing on the evaluation and analysis of investment opportunities to optimize portfolio performance and mitigate risks.
  • Equipping branch managers with the tools and methodologies needed to make informed, data-driven decisions, enhancing their ability to leverage available data resources effectively in their operational and strategic initiatives.
  • Analyzed data sets to identify trends and opportunities for process improvements within client organizations

Graduate School Teaching and Research Assistant

Ibn Haldun Univeristy
09.2019 - 12.2023
  • Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, providing timely feedback for improvement.
  • Assisted professors in conducting research projects, contributing to published articles and conference presentations.
  • Assisted with development and implementation of new course materials to enhance learning experience.
  • Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
  • Served as a liaison between students, parents, faculty members, ensuring clear communication regarding academic progress and expectations.
  • Organized field trips and extracurricular activities that enriched the educational experience for students.
  • Provided support to students with special needs, ensuring an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
  • Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members
  • Mentored and advised students to focus on academics and explore career paths and opportunities

Education

Ph.D. - Economics

Ibn Haldun University
Istanbul, Turkey
04.2001 -

Master of Arts - International Trade

Sakarya University
Sakarya, Turkey
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

Amoud University
Borama, Somalia
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Technical Research Skills

  • Programming languages : R studio and Python

  • Statistical Software: STATA, EViews, and Jamovi

  • GIS Software : QGIS, Google Earth Engine, and ArcGIS

Additional Information



1. Hassan, A. D., & Ibrahim, M. M. (2024). From space to place: mapping poverty in Turkish regions with NASA’s global gridded relative deprivation index. Spatial Information Research, 1-15.

2. Hassan, A. D., & Ozcan, R. (2023). Assessing the impact of Financial Obstacles on Manufacturing Firm's Capacity Utilization: Bayesian Approach. The Indonesian Capital Market Review, 15(1), 5.

3. Hassan, A. D., & Dil, E. (2023). Empirical analysis of the impact of Turkish bilateral official development assistance on export. Economic Journal of Emerging Markets, 16-27.

4. Hassan, A. D. (2019). Examining Determinants of Turkey Export to OIC Member Countries. International Journal of Scientific and Technological Research, 5, 146-156.

Timeline

Research Fellow and Lecturer

Ibn Haldun University
01.2024 - Current

Consultant

Amal Bank
03.2023 - 12.2023

Graduate School Teaching and Research Assistant

Ibn Haldun Univeristy
09.2019 - 12.2023

Research Economist

Somalialand Ministry Of Finance
01.2019 - 03.2024

Ph.D. - Economics

Ibn Haldun University
04.2001 -

Master of Arts - International Trade

Sakarya University
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

Amoud University
04.2001 -
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