Dr. Shabbir Ahmad is an applied econometrician and economist specializing in productivity, financial analysis, and environmental sustainability. His research encompasses impact evaluation across various economic and financial dimensions, and he develops econometric methods to measure and decompose sectoral productivity into its core drivers. Dr. Ahmad's recent work has centered on productivity and sustainability challenges in the agriculture and resource sectors, with a focus on achieving net-zero emissions.

His collaborations span industry, international organizations, and academic institutions, addressing economic development issues across multiple continents. Dr. Ahmad’s expertise lies in data analytics, financial modeling, and policy analysis, with proficiency in handling and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data, including large administrative datasets.

Dr. Ahmad's work significantly contributes to international development research, addressing key challenges in economic growth, resource management, and policy interventions in developed and developing nations. His research blends robust theoretical foundations with practical solutions, influencing academic discourse and global policy decisions. Throughout his career, he has secured numerous international grants and applied innovative methods to combat rural poverty and promote economic development, especially in Asia and Africa.

Experience

  • 2014–present
    Reserach Fellow, The University of Queensland
  • 2020–present
    Senior Research Fellow, The University of Queensland

Education

  • 2013 
    The University of Queensland, PhD Econometrics
  • 2011 
    Quid-i-Azam University, Islamabd, Pakistan, PhD Financial Economics

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