Prof. FAKHRI ISSAOUI, College of Business, King Khalid University, Saudi Arabia.
Dr. Fakhri Issaoui, born on January 14, 1971, in Tunisia, is a distinguished economist with over two decades of experience in academia and research. Currently, he serves as a Full Professor of Economics and Management at the College of Business, King Khalid University in Saudi Arabia, and is affiliated with the PS2D Research Laboratory at the University of Tunis El Manar. His multifaceted expertise encompasses economics, sociology, philosophy, and psychology, reflecting a holistic approach to understanding complex socio-economic phenomena. Fluent in French, Arabic, and English, Dr. Issaoui seamlessly bridges diverse cultural and academic landscapes.
👤 Profile
Scopus
Orcid
🎓 Education
Dr. Issaoui’s academic credentials are both extensive and diverse. He earned his Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Tunis El Manar in June 2008, with a dissertation titled “Effects of Privatization on Labor and Efficiency.” Further solidifying his academic stature, he obtained the Habilitation for Supervising Doctoral Research (HDR) in Economics from the same institution in December 2012. His interdisciplinary pursuits led him to acquire master’s degrees in Sociology (2018), Philosophy (2019), and Psychology of Education (2022), underscoring his commitment to a comprehensive understanding of human and societal dynamics.
💼 Professional Experience
With over 23 years in academia, Dr. Issaoui has held various teaching and research positions across esteemed institutions. His journey began at the Institute of Labor and Social Studies in Tunis (1998-2001), followed by roles at the Faculty of Economic Science and Management of Mahdia (2001-2004), and the Higher Institute of Fashion Crafts of Monastir (2004-2015). He then served at the Higher School of Digital Economics (2010-2015) before joining the Higher School of Economic Science and Commerce (ESSECT) at the University of Tunis as an Associate Professor (2015-2020). Since 2020, he has been contributing his expertise at King Khalid University in Saudi Arabia.
🔬 Research Interests
Dr. Issaoui’s research interests are vast and interdisciplinary. They encompass public and labor economics, economic development, economic justice, macroeconomics, and growth challenges in transitioning economies. His work often explores the intersections of economic policies with societal impacts, reflecting a deep commitment to understanding and improving socio-economic structures.
🏆 Awards and Recognitions
Dr. Issaoui’s scholarly contributions have garnered international recognition. He has been honored as an Outstanding Scholar in the field of economics by the Journal of Development (ICEED USA). His expertise is further acknowledged through his roles as a reviewer for several esteemed journals, including Panoeconomicus, the International Journal of Computational Economics and Econometrics, and the Journal of Small Business and Enterprise Development. Additionally, he serves on the scientific committee of the research laboratory “Prospective, Strategies, and Sustainable Development” at the University of Tunis El Manar.
📚 Notable Publications
“The Effects of Carbon Dioxide Emissions on Economic Growth”
“Does the Concept of Property Rights Hold Relevance for Human Resource Performance?: An Applied Study of Privatized Companies in Tunisia”
“Should We Be Sceptical in the Face of Calls for Degrowth?”
“The Effects of Economic Cycle Shocks on Polluting Emissions in Saudi Arabia”
“Financial Liberalization, Foreign Direct Investment and Economic Growth: A Dynamic Panel Data Validation”