Summary

Prof. Dr. Elsadig Musa Ahmed Mohammed is an esteemed professor at Multimedia University, Malaysia, recognized for his expertise in Development Economics, Productivity Analysis, and Digital Economy. With a distinguished 20-year academic career, he has significantly contributed to economic research, postgraduate supervision, and international collaborations.

Academic Background

• Ph.D. in Development Economics, Universiti Putra Malaysia (2005)

  • Thesis: Impact of Air and Water Pollutant Emissions on Malaysia’s Manufacturing Sector Productivity Growth

• M.Sc. in Development Economics, Universiti Putra Malaysia (1998)

  • Thesis: Productivity and Performance of Malaysian Food Manufacturing Industry

• B.Sc. in Agricultural Economics, Al-Azhar University, Egypt (1992)

Professional Experience

• Professor, Multimedia University, Malaysia (2015 – Present)

• Associate Professor, Multimedia University (2010 – 2015)

• Senior Lecturer, Multimedia University (2008 – 2010)

• Lecturer, Multimedia University (2004 – 2008)

Research & Specialization

• Development Economics
• Technological Progress & Productivity
• Digital & Knowledge-Based Economy
• Green Productivity & Environmental Economics
• Tourism Economics & Microfinance

Postgraduate Supervision & Mentorship

Prof. Elsadig has successfully supervised numerous Ph.D. and MPhil students in economics, finance, and technology-related fields. He also mentors postdoctoral researchers in income inequality, entrepreneurial programs, and financial development.

Teaching & Courses

• Ph.D. & MPhil: Advanced Research Methodology, Economics for Managers, Entrepreneurship & Commercialization

• Undergraduate: International Economics, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Knowledge Economy, Monetary Economics

Awards & Recognitions

• Recognized in Stanford University’s Top 2% Scientists List (2024)

• Recipient of Multimedia University Postdoctoral Grant (2023 – 2025)

• External supervisor and examiner for Ph.D. candidates in international universities