International Faculty
DR. HASSAN AL NOURI
Dr. Hassan Al Nouri has over 23 years of experience in public administration | Over 25 years of experience in business administration | Over 35 years of experience in education | Founder and chairman of the Management and Human Resource Group International (MHR GI) and International Business Academy of Turkey (IBAT) | Charted consultant | Certified professional consultant
Teaching Courses
MBA – International Marketing
DBA – Strategic Marketing | Strategic Management
DR. REGINA GALANG-REYES
Dr. Regina Galang-Reyes has over 30 years management and executive experience | Her academic experience spans more than a decade and has taught at the PhD level in various universities in the Philippines | Prior to her academic career, she was president of her own company, Optimus Innovations, Inc. | She was an Organization Development Consultant to various client companies and conducted training programs for client companies
Teaching Courses
MBA – Personal Development for Leadership and Strategic Management
DR. ROY PRASAD
Dr. Roy Prasad (Hon. Professor) is a seasoned business leader with over 20 years of experience driving growth and operational excellence across diverse HR, finance, and business development teams. Encompassing diverse roles with various sectors, and successfully led teams in Australia, Asia, the UK, and the Middle East. He is a passionate advocate for diversity and fairness in human capital development and lead with a strategic focus on aligning talent with business objectives.
Teaching Courses
DBA – Strategic Marketing | International Business
DR. MENSUR ZEQIRI
Dr. Mensur Zeqiri is a faculty member at International Business Academy of Switzerland (IBAS) | Marketing Consultant | Co-founder & Public Relations Consultant
Teaching Courses
MBA – Research for Strategic Development
DBA – Research Methodology | Research Philosophy
DR. JUAN REYES, JR.
Dr. Juan Reyes, Jr. is the Chief Executive of Eco-Life Foundation Inc, a consultancy firm that specializes in crafting and implementing Sustainability Strategy, Programs and Reporting (SSPR) | Professorial Lecturer for over 10 years in various universities in the Philippines | Over 20 years experience in executive managerial positions in various local and foreign corporations, both private and government-owned, ranging from agribusiness, environmental preservation and sustainability management sectors.
Teaching Courses
MBA – International Business Environment
DR. TIBERIU STOICA
Dr. Tiberiu Stoica has extensive teaching experience in finance, econometrics, coding & machine learning | Classical teaching experience in finance, risk management and accounting
Teaching Courses
MBA – Finance for Strategic Managers
DBA – Advanced Accounting and Finance | Managerial Economics
DR. IRENA MAMONOVA
Dr. Irena Mamonova has over 25 years of experience in academia | Director for School of Business and Management of Technology at Belarus State University (BSU) | Has taught MBA courses in management and organizational behaviour; cross cultural management and personal managerial development
Teaching Courses
MBA – Organisational Behaviour
DBA – Organisational Leadership
DR. KHALIL ALEED
Dr. Khalil Aleed has extensive experience in data analysis and data security. He works as a Risk Management Manager at American Express, New York and previously as an Anti-Money Laundering Analyst at Santander Bank
Teaching Courses
DBA – Advanced Statistics | Multivariant Analysis
DR. INES MIRANDA BASAEN
Ines Basaen has over 20 years of work experience as a consultant and trainer on strategic planning, research and evaluation, and development management in the Philippines and other countries commissioned by some international development agencies like the UNICEF, UNESCAP, UNDP, ILO, and the Earth Council, among others
Teaching Courses
MBA – Strategic Planning
DR. KRYSTYNA KROL
Krystyna Krol worked in corporate and academia for over 30 years | An entrepreneur, educator, academic teaching and learning consultant, business consultant, intercultural intelligence facilitator, accreditation evaluator and quality assurance assessor | Has taught courses in international business, management, information technology, leadership, human resources, marketing, logistics and intercultural intelligence in various universities, colleges and business schools around the world.
Teaching Courses
MBA – Strategic Human Resource Management | Organisational Behaviour
DR. NATALIA BLAGOEVA
Dr. Natalia Blagoeva has been teaching business subjects at IBAS and the International Business School of Scandinavia since 2019.
With over two decades of C-level and entrepreneurial experience across the service, technology, and consulting sectors, Dr. Blagoeva has led start-ups, a scale-up, and a global corporation. Her background also includes founding civil organizations, management consulting focused on culture, change, and leadership, and serving as a Business and Economics educator for Pearson IGCSE and A/AS qualifications.
A leadership coach, advisor, and keynote speaker, she is dedicated to helping individuals thrive in an AI-driven world by developing what she calls The Human Advantage — creativity, intuition, agency, and wisdom. Beyond her professional work, she is passionate about art, design, and international travel.
Teaching Courses
MBA – International Business Environment | Personal Development for Leadership & Strategic Management | Strategic Human Resource Management
FRUCTUOSO T. SABUG JR.
Frustuoso Sabug Jr. has over 20 years of experience holding executive positions in companies spanning across several industries in the corporate world and non-government organizations | Has been teaching courses in strategic management, international economics, management accounting fundamentals of management, fundamentals of finance, among other management subjects for over 30 years
Teaching Courses
MBA – International Business Environment
DR. MARTIN NIELSEN
Martin Nielsen has over 30 years working as an entrepreneur and business owner | Over 20 years teaching at university level
Teaching Courses
MBA – Strategic Planning | Personal Development for Leadership and Strategic Management
HEMARUBINY DORAISAMY
Hemarubiny Doraisamy has over 15 years years of experience as an International Business Development, Director | a Lecturer at various business school including Asia e University
Teaching Courses
MBA – International Business Environment
DR. MOHAMMAD ADAM BAKAR
Dr. Mohammad Adam Bakar has over 30 years experience in academia and corporate | Previous Vice Chancellor of a private university in Malaysia | Served as the Financial Controller for the Malaysian Savings Bank (Bank Simpanan Nasional, BSN)
Teaching Courses
DBA – Strategic Management
DR. LAWRENCE H. RUBLY
Lawrence H. Rubly has over 35 years of experience in academia | Director in Loop Campus of School of Allied Health | Chair in Oakton Community College
Teaching Courses
DBA – International Business Environment
DR. KINAN NADDEH
Dr. Kinan Naddeh is an experienced academic professional with a strong background in accounting and auditing. He has held academic positions at several universities, including Damascus University, Syrian Virtual University, Tartus University, and Arab International University (AIU), where he also served as Vice Dean for Scientific Affairs. His work experience includes roles at Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited and Al Kadi Office for Accounting and Auditing. Dr. Naddeh holds a Ph.D. in Accounting from Damascus University and is a Syrian Certified Public Accountant. He has extensive teaching experience in various accounting and finance courses and has been involved in EU-funded projects related to modernizing academic teaching and research.
Teaching Courses
MBA – Finance for Strategic Managers
DR. JOSEPH RIAD MESSIHA GHOBRIAL YOUSSEF
Dr. Joseph Riad is a professional consultant and academic instructor with expertise in data analysis, financial modeling, strategic planning, and training. With a background in industrial engineering, Joseph understands the critical role of optimizing processes and enhancing efficiency in business management. with a strong belief in data-driven practical approaches, he blends practical experience with theoretical insights, leveraging the latest technologies.
He holds advanced degrees, including an MBA in Entrepreneurship and two DBAs, one in Business Administration (IBAS), and another in Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management (AASTMT).
Over the years, he has worked across diverse sectors, including FMCG, distribution, medical , pharma and Oil & GAS . His strategic contributions have successfully rebranded companies and attracted investors.
He also teaches at several postgraduate institutions, sharing his knowledge and passion for business innovation.
Teaching Courses
DBA – Advanced Accounting and Finance
DR. SAAD SAMIR SAAD SAAIED
Dr. Saad Samir Saad Saaied, Assistant professor and Economic researcher with over 13 years of experience in the field of economic research, strategic planning, and preparation and review of strategic plans (Economic Sector) for most planning levels (Governorates – Cities – Local Units – Villages – or at the regional level), with over 10 years of experience in administrative field and report preparation, and over 5 years of experience in higher education and preparing graduates for the job market.
Teaching Courses
DBA – Managerial Economics
DR. ISLAM IBRAHIM ABDELBARY
Dr. Islam Ibrahim Abdelbary is an Egyptian economist, an economic researcher at the University of Plymouth, and also a lecturer of economics at the Arab Academy for Science and Technology since 2007. He holds a PhD from the University of Plymouth in the UK, and his BSc and MSc degrees in Economics from Alexandria University. Abdelbary’s current research focuses on Institutional Economics, Sustainability and economic development. He has published several research papers in ranked journals at topics in development reform policy in developing countries and particularly in the MENA region, besides presented numerous working papers at international conferences. His research has awarded several international prizes, such as the Ibn Khaldun Prize 2018. Abdelbary also works as an independent researcher in several multi-disciplinary research projects for national and international organizations.
Teaching Courses
DBA – Research Philosophy
DR. SATHISWARAN UTHAMAPUTHRAN
Dr. Sathiswaran Uthamaputhran is a professional entrepreneurship educator (PhD) in management studies with 10 years of experience in both industry and academia. As a dedicated, resourceful, and experienced educator who graduated from the University of Aberdeen intending to develop entrepreneurship knowledge and skills among both undergraduate and postgraduate students. He is an exceptional educator that strives to help students to develop their basic foundation in entrepreneurship and supports colleagues and administration in developing entrepreneurship characteristics. He has experience in teaching entrepreneurship courses and modules at a public university in Malaysia. Experienced in managing the integration of educational institutions with the content core standards and its implications for curriculum, assessment, and professional development. Well-acquainted with designing and developing feasibility studies to assess new technologies or existing process improvements. He is currently seeking a position where his vast experience in teaching, research, and supervision talents can be utilized to one’s fullest potential.
DR. SAIFUL AMIN JALUN
Dr. Saiful Amin Jalun is an accomplished academic and consultant with extensive experience in management, governance, and strategic planning. As a senior lecturer at a graduate business school, he has been appointed as the coordinator for the Strategic Management and Ethical Governance programs, supported by a rich background of consultancy work with government and corporate stakeholders. He has also served as Head of the Corporate Strategies Simulation program and continues to contribute as a lecturer at various institutions such as UPM, IIC, and UKM.
Currently, Dr. Saiful Amin Jalun holds multiple roles including Associate Consultant at Putra Business School, Principal Consultant for SMART Computers, Head of Training at IHR Consulting, and Associate Professor at IIC Graduate School. He actively plans, coordinates, and executes numerous training and consultancy projects annually, collaborating with diverse organizations. Additionally, Dr. Saiful Amin Jalun is a co-creator of the World Universities Peace Invitational Debate, reflecting his commitment to fostering dialogue and leadership through education.
DR. MAGESWARI RANJANTHRAN
Dr. Mageswari Ranjanthran is lecturer and active inter-discipline researcher in Sunway Business School, Sunway University, Malaysia. She obtained her doctorate in Sustainable Development from University Sains Malaysia in 2018, and was a University Sains Malaysia fellow from 2010-2014. She actively contributed at Sustainable Tourism Research Cluster as research officer during her candidateship as doctorate student while various project for tourism development and economic clusters . She is an active member of South East Asia Research Academy since 2020. She has vast corporate and industrial experience before entering academia namely from Marcus Evans, Malaysia. Currently she is an active management board member of Centre for South Asian and Indian Ocean Studies.
She obtained her bachelor degree Communication major in Persuasive Communication in 2007 from University Sains Malaysia. Her Master degree was in Applied Science on Tourism Development from School of Housing, Building and Planning from same institute. As an academia, she also holds Fellowship of the HEA from Lancaster University (Post Graduate Certificate in Academic Practice). She also certified Trainer from Alibaba Business School on Global Development Talent on Digital Economy. Regards to her contribution to society she is a certified trainer for High-Risk Teenagers.
DR. JOSEPH DEVARAJU
Dr. Devaraju Joseph is a highly experienced and dedicated Freelance Corporate HRDF Certified Trainer, Senior Lecturer, and former Vice President/Senior Manager. With a extensive background spanning corporate training, consulting, and academia, he has established himself as an expert in various domains including corporate finance, treasury, accounting, internal audit, statistics, business forecasting, performance management, and financial reporting (covering IFRS, MFRS, and MPERS). His industry experience is equally diverse, having worked across sectors such as general insurance, banking, logistics, manufacturing, retail banking, oil & gas, and co-operative credit financing.
DR. KHALED ALZAFARI
Dr. Khaled Alzafari earned his Ph.D. from Technische Universität Berlin and is a recognized expert in statistics and research methodologies. He has extensive teaching experience across universities in Syria and Europe, where he has delivered a wide range of courses in statistics, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, and research design. Dr. Alzafari is particularly well known for his specialized workshops that equip Master’s and Ph.D. students with advanced data analysis skills. In addition to his teaching, he has contributed to the academic community through numerous publications in leading peer-reviewed journals.
Beyond academia, Dr. Alzafari actively applies his expertise in analytics and research to the industry. He has held senior leadership roles in product analytics, where he leads multiple teams, and is a frequent presenter at professional data conferences, bridging academic knowledge with real-world applications.
Teaching Courses:
DBA – Advanced Statistics | Multivariant Analysis
External Assessors
DR. ZIN KO KO
Associate External Assessor & Supervisor
Dr. Zin Ko Ko is a distinguished author, seasoned researcher, and accomplished edupreneur with extensive experience in academia, mentoring, and supervision. He serves as a reviewer for various international research journals and is the founder and chancellor of Myanmar Commercial College (MCU).
DR. NAN WAI LINN
Associate External Assessor & Supervisor
Dr. Nan Wai Linn is a professor, lecturer, and mentor specializing in management and education, with extensive teaching experience and a strong background in research supervision. She has contributed to international research publications and holds a deep interest in both education and research. Currently, she serves as the Vice Principal of Myanmar Commercial College (MCU).