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Honorary Fellowship

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Please vote for the 2025 Honorary Fellow of the Centre for Business & Economic Research. The award and certificate will be presented to the winner at the 14th International Conference on the Restructuring of the Global Economy (ROGE) on August 11th of August at the University of Oxford.

The Honorary Fellowship is the highest award the Centre for Business & Economic Research can bestow. It is awarded to individuals who have made an exceptional contribution to business, leadership and management –through entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership, research or practice development.

Please select 5 (FIVE) candidates from the list of 8 (eight)

The deadline to submit your vote is 20th June 2025


Dr. Vidhu Gaur Dr. Vidhu Gaur
Dr. Vidhu Gaur
Management Development Institute Gurgaon, India

Vidhu Gaur is an accomplished Associate Professor in Business Communication at the Management Development Institute (MDI) Gurgaon. With a wealth of expertise in business communication, she brings innovative teaching methods and a strong research background to the academic environment. Her commitment to student engagement and holistic education is evident through her dual administrative roles as Chairperson of Student Affairs and Girls' Hostel Warden. Dr. Gaur oversees various aspects of student life, ensuring a supportive and inclusive campus atmosphere that promotes both academic and personal growth.

In her capacity as Chairperson of Student Affairs, Dr. Gaur coordinates academic support, extracurricular activities, and welfare programs, working closely with faculty, staff, and students to create a thriving community. As the Girls' Hostel Warden, she is dedicated to providing a safe and conducive living environment for female students, addressing their concerns, and fostering a culture of mutual respect and cooperation. Dr. Gaur's dedication to empowering students and enhancing their educational experience reflects her passion for nurturing young minds and preparing them for successful futures.

Dr. Emmanuel Attah Kumah Amponsah Dr. Emmanuel Attah Kumah Amponsah
Dr. Emmanuel Attah Kumah Amponsah
Head of Accounting, Banking and Finance Department, Ghana Communication Technology University, Ghana

Dr. Emmanuel Attah Kumah Amponsah is a distinguished academic and senior lecturer at Ghana Communication Technology University, serving as Head of the Accounting, Banking and Finance Department. He holds a PhD in Financial Accountancy from SHUATS, India, and an MBA from SRM University. With over 20 years of experience in academia, administration, and consultancy, he has held key roles across institutions in Ghana and India. He is the Founder of Scholarsglobe, a GTEC Programme Assessor, and an external examiner. A recipient of numerous awards, Dr. Amponsah is renowned for his contributions to education, research, and leadership across Africa and beyond.

Prof. Md. Mamun Habib Prof. Md. Mamun Habib
Prof. Md. Mamun Habib
Professor & Head of the Management Department at the School of Business & Entrepreneurship (SBE), Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB)

Dr. Md. Mamun Habib is Professor and Head of Management at the School of Business & Entrepreneurship, Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB). He also serves as a Visiting Scientist at the University of Texas at Arlington, USA, and Visiting Professor at Unirazak, Malaysia. With over 22 years of academic and research experience, he has supervised 11 Ph.D. scholars and published 80+ papers in Scopus/Web of Science. His research interests include supply chain, operations, and research methodology. A senior IEEE member and FCILT, he is active in AACSB/ACBSP accreditation, AmCham, USAID, and global university rankings (QS/THE), contributing significantly to international academia.

Dr. Muhammad Shoaib Khan Pathan Dr. Muhammad Shoaib Khan Pathan
Dr. Muhammad Shoaib Khan Pathan
Postdoctoral Research Fellow |Father of Supereconomics | Nano-Scientist| Senior Economist | Director of Research, Innovation, & Commercialization.

Dr. Muhammad Shoaib Khan Pathan is a trailblazing economist and the first Asian Pakistani nominated for the 74th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting (2025). Renowned as the "Father of Supereconomics," he founded Pakistan’s first Supereconomics & Nanotech Research Centre. He completed a prestigious €40,000 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship and has secured over PKR 90 million in research funding. With 20+ high-impact publications and two internationally funded books, he is also Founder & Editor-in-Chief of an HEC-recognized journal. Dr. Pathan leads key institutional initiatives, including THE Rankings and ISO certification at GCUH, earning global acclaim for academic innovation and research excellence.

Prof. Johnson Ifeanyi OKOH Prof. Johnson Ifeanyi OKOH
Prof. Johnson Ifeanyi OKOH
Professor and Head Department of Financial Studies, National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Nigeria

Professor Johnson Okoh is a distinguished Professor of Development Finance and Accounting at the National Open University of Nigeria. With over 100 scholarly publications, he holds BSc, MBA, and PhD degrees in Finance, along with prestigious professional credentials such as Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria and Certified National Accountant. A former bank branch manager has mentored over 100 postgraduate and 500 undergraduate students. He led his department to a 99.4% NUC accreditation and coordinates the Commonwealth Executive MBA/MPA. Prof. Okoh also serves as an external examiner for six universities and reviews for leading Scopus-indexed journals.

Professor (Dr.) Pranam Dhar Professor (Dr.) Pranam Dhar
Professor (Dr.) Pranam Dhar
Professor & Former Head,  Department of Commerce, West Bengal State University, West Bengal, India

Professor Pranam Dhar is Professor & Head of Commerce at West Bengal State University, also serving as Director of the Centre for Skill Development & Business Studies and Centre for International Studies. With 26 years of teaching experience, he holds multiple advanced degrees including Ph.D. and D.Litt. and has authored 53 books and 315+ research articles. He has supervised 28 Ph.D. scholars and adjudicated 362 theses globally. A national academic leader, award-winning educator, and editorial board member of several reputed journals, Prof. Dhar is widely recognized for his contributions to finance, IT, academic leadership, social work, and excellence in research.

Prof. Saadatu Hassan Liman Prof. Saadatu Hassan Liman
Prof. Saadatu Hassan Liman
Vice Chancellor, Nasarawa State University, Keffi - Nigeria.

Professor Sa’adatu Hassan Liman, Vice Chancellor of Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), is a transformative academic leader. Under her stewardship, NSUK secured NUC accreditation for 26 programs and introduced pioneering disciplines like Data Science and Islamic Finance. Her vision has elevated NSUK to 8th nationally, with enhanced global partnerships, ICT-driven modernization, and robust research output. She has championed student-centered services, ethical governance, and entrepreneurship initiatives that empower learners. Her leadership fosters industrial harmony and academic excellence, positioning NSUK as a beacon of innovation and integrity in Nigerian higher education.

Prof. Dr. Tayyaba Zarif (PhD in Education) Prof. Dr. Tayyaba Zarif (PhD in Education)
Prof. Dr. Tayyaba Zarif (PhD in Education)
Vice Chancellor, the Government College University Hyderabad (GCUH) University of Hyderabad, Pakistan

Professor Zarif is a pioneering higher education leader and founding Vice Chancellor of two internationally recognized public universities in Sindh, Pakistan. Renowned for her expertise in institutional development and academic innovation, she has successfully built inclusive education systems from the ground up. With a strong focus on rural development and women’s empowerment, her leadership bridges strategic planning and community engagement. A decorated Professor of Education, she has consistently overcome challenges as a female leader, setting benchmarks in academic excellence. Her impactful contributions continue to shape national and global educational reform, earning her distinction as a visionary and transformational academic leader.