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Staff Research Publication

2025-08-26T08:14:17+00:00

The Department of Banking and Finance at the Faculty of Administrative Sciences and Economics (FASE) at Tishk International University (TIU) congratulates Dr. Abubakar Karaye, the head of the Banking and Finance Department, on the publication of his paper. The paper, titled "Factors influencing the Islamic Fintech acceptance: moderating role of Islamic financial literacy," was published in the Journal of Islamic Accounting and Business Research on May 1, 2025. The journal is published by Emerald Publishing Limited and is indexed in Scopus (Q2) and Web of Science (ESCI). Keywords: Staff, Research, Publication, Tishk International University, Dr. Abubakar Karaye, Islamic Fintech, Journal [...]

Staff Research Publication2025-08-26T08:14:17+00:00

International Workshop on “The Relationship Between Research and Economic Development”

2025-08-26T08:12:38+00:00

On February 19, 2025, the Finance and Banking Department, Accounting Department, and International Relations & Diplomacy Department at Tishk International University (TIU), in collaboration with the Korean Corner, hosted a workshop titled, "The Relationship Between Research and Economic Development." The event explored the critical connections between academic research and economic growth. The workshop aimed to foster a deeper understanding of how research can inform and contribute to sustainable economic growth, particularly in emerging economies like Kurdistan. This was achieved by drawing comparisons between the development trajectories of countries like South Korea and Kurdistan. Featured Speakers and Presentations Two esteemed keynote [...]

International Workshop on “The Relationship Between Research and Economic Development”2025-08-26T08:12:38+00:00

International Workshop on the Controversy of Islamic Banking

2025-08-26T08:10:48+00:00

On Wednesday, February 12, 2025, the Departments of Banking and Finance, Accounting, and International Relations and Diplomacy at Tishk International University (TIU) hosted a workshop titled “The Controversy of the So-Called Islamic Banks.” The event ran from 10:30 AM to 12:45 PM and brought together students, academics, clerics, journalists, and business professionals. The workshop was led by Mr. Shwan Zangana, an expert in Islamic Finance. The session was moderated by Dr. Mohammad Salih Mustafa, Head of the International Relations and Diplomacy Department. Key Discussions In the first session, Mr. Zangana compared the core functions of conventional and Islamic banks. He [...]

International Workshop on the Controversy of Islamic Banking2025-08-26T08:10:48+00:00

International Workshop on Financial Literacy and Sustainability

2024-12-22T08:07:41+00:00

International Workshop on Financial Literacy and Sustainability On Tuesday, December 17th, 2024, the Departments of Accounting, and Banking and Finance departments successfully hosted an International Workshop titled “Financial Literacy and Sustainability.” The event brought together faculty, students, and industry professional fields to discuss the intersection of financial literacy, environmental sustainability, and accounting theory. The event attracted participants from around the globe, and featured two distinguished presenters, Dr. Firdous Ahmad Malik and Dr. Haider Aref. Dr. Firdous Ahmad Malik, Assistant Professor of Economics in the Department of Business Administration at the University of People, USA, kicked off the session with his [...]

International Workshop on Financial Literacy and Sustainability2024-12-22T08:07:41+00:00

International Workshop on Corporate Governance and Sustainable Development Goals

2025-08-26T08:08:47+00:00

On Tuesday, November 26, 2024, the Departments of Banking and Finance, Business Management, and Accounting at Tishk International University (TIU) successfully hosted an International Workshop titled “The Role of Corporate Governance and Stakeholders in Driving Organizational Success and Advancing Sustainable Development Goals.” The event brought together faculty, students, and industry professionals to discuss the vital role of corporate governance in shaping sustainable organizations. The workshop commenced with opening remarks by Dr. Abubakar Karaye, Head of the Accounting, Banking and Finance Departments. The highlight of the workshop was a presentation by Professor Amon Chizema, a distinguished expert in corporate governance and [...]

International Workshop on Corporate Governance and Sustainable Development Goals2025-08-26T08:08:47+00:00

Seminar on “The Role of Derivatives Market in Risk Management”

2024-08-21T06:33:33+00:00

On 13th August 2024, the Department of Banking and Finance with the collaboration of the Faculty of Administrative and Social Sciences and Economics, held an Internal Seminar titled “The Role of Derivatives Market in Risk Management”. The seminar was presented by Dr. Abubakar .B. Karaye, a Lecturer in the Department of Banking and Finance. The seminar was targeted to all the staff of the faculty.The main purpose of the seminar aimed to provide an in-depth understanding of how derivatives markets function and their significance in managing financial risk. The presentation focused on the fundamental concepts of risk, derivatives, including types of [...]

Seminar on “The Role of Derivatives Market in Risk Management”2024-08-21T06:33:33+00:00

Staff Research Publication in Scopus – Q3

2024-08-04T10:59:55+00:00

Dr. Abubakar Karaye, Dr. Hussaini Bala and Prof. Ghousia Khatoon published a Research Paper titled, “The Nexus Between Board Audit Committee Attributes and Financial Performance of Firms in Africa”, in the International Journal of Applied Economics, Finance and Accounting on July 29th, 2024. The Department of Accounting, Banking & Finance, Faculty of Administrative Sciences and Economics at Tishk International University (TIU) extends sincere congratulations to Dr. Abubakar Karaye and the co-authors for this great achievement and wishes great luck in their future endeavors. Click here for more details

Staff Research Publication in Scopus – Q32024-08-04T10:59:55+00:00

Industrial Guest Lecture on “Exploring the Fintech Revolution”

2024-06-05T13:06:48+00:00

Industrial Guest Lecture on “Redefining Finance: Exploring the Fintech Revolution” On 22nd of April 2024 Department of Accounting, Banking and Finance organized an enlightening industrial guest lecture on the topic “Redefining Finance: Exploring the Fintech Revolution.” Mr. Kardo Dlir Farhan, the Head of Public Relations and Corporate Communication at NassWallet Digital Banking was the resource person. He provided valuable insights into the rapidly evolving field of financial technology (Fintech) and its implications for the banking and finance industry. Mr. Kardo’s expertise in the field, coupled with his decades of experience, enriched the learning experience of the students. Mr. Kardo began by providing an overview of Fintech, [...]

Industrial Guest Lecture on “Exploring the Fintech Revolution”2024-06-05T13:06:48+00:00

Industrial Field Trip to DAS Food Industries

2024-06-05T13:11:43+00:00

Industrial Field Trip to DAS Food Industries The Department of Accounting, Banking and Finance, Faculty of Administrative Sciences and Economics, Tishk International University (TIU) organized an industrial field trip to Das Food Industries (Shemamik Erbil), on Tuesday 7th May 2024. DAS Food Industries is one of the largest food production companies in Iraq, producing wheat flour, bulgur, biscuits, pasta and animal feed. The participating students include the 2nd, 3rd and 4th grades respectively. Mr. Resit Kaya, the Accounting Manager of Das Food Industries, greeted the entire team of students and staff upon our arrival at the production plant. The students were provided with an overview [...]

Industrial Field Trip to DAS Food Industries2024-06-05T13:11:43+00:00
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