Dr. Nesrine Gafsi, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, IMSIU, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Dr. Nesrine Gafsi, , Tunisia, is a distinguished academic and finance professional with extensive teaching and research experience in Tunisia and Saudi Arabia. She holds a PhD in Finance and specializes in business education, risk management, and sustainable development. A certified PMP, she blends theoretical knowledge with practical financial strategy and pedagogical expertise. Dr. Gafsi has contributed significantly to academia through her teaching at prestigious institutions including Al Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University and Shaqra University. Beyond the classroom, she is active in research, scientific committees, and international conferences. Multilingual and tech-savvy, she also has a passion for the arts, particularly oil and acrylic painting. Her recent publications focus on green finance, digitalization, and sustainable economic development, establishing her as a thought leader in finance and environmental economics. She currently resides between Tunisia and Saudi Arabia and continues to influence the academic and business landscape globally.
Publication Profile
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Education
Dr. Nesrine Gafsi holds a PhD in Finance from the Faculty of Economics and Management of Sfax (FSEG SFAX), Tunisia (2018). She completed her Master’s degree in Finance, Insurance, and Risk Management from UMLT in 2013, and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from IHEC Carthage in 2011. Her academic background is complemented by internationally recognized certifications, including the Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute in 2024. She has also completed several pedagogical and technical training programs such as a seminar on University Pedagogy at FSEG Sfax (2017) and a LaTeX training for doctoral students (2015). Dr. Gafsi is proficient in several analytical and educational tools including SPSS, SAS, Moodle, Zoom, and Google Suite. Her education and ongoing learning reflect a deep commitment to academic excellence, modern teaching methodologies, and applied research in finance and sustainable development.
Experience
Dr. Nesrine Gafsi brings over a decade of teaching experience in finance and business courses across Tunisia and Saudi Arabia. Since 2022, she has been teaching at Al Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, where she specializes in finance and e-learning. She previously served at the University of Sousse (2021–2022) and Shaqra University (2018–2021), where she supervised over 30 students and took on roles related to student activities. Earlier, she taught at University of Gafsa and the Private Mediterranean Faculty of Sciences, delivering core finance courses and supervising graduate students. In 2014, she worked on a strategic capital management project at Cartagena Clinic. Her teaching integrates both in-person and online platforms, showcasing her adaptability in hybrid learning environments. She has also contributed to curriculum development and academic event coordination. Dr. Gafsi is recognized for her dynamic teaching style, student mentorship, and cross-border academic collaboration.
Honors and Awards
Dr. Nesrine Gafsi has been recognized for her academic and professional contributions in finance and sustainable development. Although she hasn’t listed formal individual awards, her active participation in international symposia and scientific committees underlines her esteemed standing in academic circles. She has served on the steering and scientific committees of several high-profile conferences, including the AFRO E-CO symposium, the Blue Economy for Sustainable Development in Algeria (2021), and the CSR International Symposium in Tunisia (2018). Additionally, she was invited as a speaker at the Musrata International Forum and Exhibition for Free Zones in Libya (2022). Her role in these global forums is a testament to her academic influence, leadership, and recognition as a regional expert in financial policy, digitalization, and sustainability. Her PMP certification (2024) further highlights her commitment to professional excellence and project leadership within academic and economic sectors.
Research Focus
Dr. Nesrine Gafsi’s research is centered on the intersection of finance, sustainability, risk management, and digital transformation. Her scholarly work focuses on pressing global issues such as green growth, credit risk analysis using machine learning, and CO2 emissions linked to agricultural and financial sectors. She explores the nexus between economic development and environmental sustainability, particularly within the context of the G7 and East Asia-Pacific regions. Her research often integrates modern analytical methods and econometric models to examine the effects of renewable energy, financial development, and international trade. Dr. Gafsi has contributed significantly to the understanding of how Islamic and conventional banking systems manage credit risk, and how digitalization can support sustainable development in African and North African countries. Her work has appeared in internationally indexed journals like JRFM (MDPI) and the International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy, reinforcing her status as a thought leader in her field.
Publications
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📘 Machine Learning Approaches to Credit Risk: Comparative Evidence from Participation and Conventional Banks in the UK – JRFM MDPI, June 2025
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📗 Unlocking the Green Growth Puzzle: Exploring the Nexus of Renewable Energy, CO2 Emissions, and Economic Prosperity in G7 Countries – International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy, February 2025
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📙 Impacts of Agricultural CO2 Emissions, Agricultural Exports and Financial Development on Economic Growth: Insights from East Asia and Pacific Countries – International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy, November 2024