Department of Management Sciences
Dr. Arshad Hassan
Dr. Arshad Hassan is a professor of finance with consulting, research, and teaching experiences in the fields of corporate reporting, corporate finance, portfolio management, and financial risk management. He teaches advanced courses in the field of finance and supervises research scholars. Twenty-five scholars have completed PhD under his research supervision and more than 100 MS scholars worked with him during the last 15 years. Dr. Hassan also qualified the professional examinations like CMA and PFA and served as a professional auditor in the public as well as private sector. Dr. Hassan’s research and writings cover a variety of topics ranging from asset pricing to risk management in financial markets. He has published in high-impact factor journals like finance research letters, Financial Innovation, Energy Economics, Journal of Cleaner Production, International Journal of Emerging Markets, etc. He has also presented a number of research papers at academic conferences in Pakistan, Turkey, and the USA. He is also on the editorial boards of various local and international indexed journals. Presently he is serving as dean Faculty of management and social sciences at CUST and contributing to academic activities in many prestigious institutions as a member of the Board of Studies/Board of Faculty/Board of Advanced Research.
Dr. S. M. Mehdi Raza
Dr. Sayyed Muhammad Mehdi Raza Naqvi holds a Ph.D. in Management Sciences from Muhammad Ali Jinnah University, Islamabad. He also completed his Master’s in Science (Management Sciences) from the same university and earned another Master’s degree in Economics from Punjab University, Lahore, specializing in Econometrics and Human Capital Planning. Presently, he holds the position of Head of the Department of Management Sciences, serves as the Director of the Jinnah Business Research Center, and fulfills the role of Editor-in-Chief for the Jinnah Business Review, a research journal of the Faculty of Management and Social Sciences at Capital University of Science and Technology. He is with 29 years of experience encompassing teaching, research, training, coaching & mentoring, consulting, management, and strategic planning. He is a distinguished professor, trainer, and consultant specializing in Strategic Management, Research Methodology, Conflict and Negotiation, and Organization Theory. He is with over 30 papers published in esteemed academic journals. Additionally, he has successfully supervised 13 PhD candidates and nearly 100 MS theses.
Mr. Saqib Naveed
Dr. Ansir Ali Rajput
Dr. Ansir Ali Rajput has a PhD (Entrepreneurship), MBA (Babson College, USA, #1 in MBA Entrepreneurship and BSEE, Suny Buffalo, USA. Dr. Rajput core areas of teaching are Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Marketing Communications Strategies and International Business. Dr. Rajput has been providing training on diverse topics including, How to Establish Incubation Centre, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Personal Effectiveness, Negotiation Skills, Marketing Strategy and Effective Managerial Communication for local and international clients. Dr. Rajput has been consulting in the areas of Faculty Development, Venture Creation, Crowdfunding, Business Planning and Execution, Export Marketing and eBusiness for about 20 years. Dr. Rajput has assisted, support and mentored startups in the domains of Fast-Food, Vocational training, eCommerce, Apparel, Home Décor and BPO. Dr. Rajput has authored books including, Venture Creation: Business Success Secrets Revealed, You Call Sell and Entrepreneur; The problem solver. Dr. Rajput is Passionate to develop Pakistan entrepreneurial ecosystem and has been contributing in the development of Entrepreneurship Policy, Support Structure, Institutions and Entrepreneurial Culture in Pakistan. In Short, Dr. Rajput is a senior educationist, author, serial entrepreneur, mentor on startups.
Dr. M. Ishfaq Khan
Dr. Muhammad Ishfaq Khan has completed PhD degree (Management Sciences) in 2012 from COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, Islamabad Pakistan. Dr. Khan has joined teaching profession in Sept, 2003 to date. He is working as Associate Professor, Department of Management Sciences, Capital University of Science and Technology, Islamabad. Dr. Khan’s research interests include Green Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Leadership and business ethics. He supervised 8 PhDs and 50+ MS thesis. Dr. Khan has 15+ publications in reputable National/International Journals and presented his research paper in 40+ National and International conferences include Pakistan, Dubai, Malaysia, China, Japan, Singapore, Spain, Istanbul, New Jersey, North Carolina, and Los Angeles, USA.
Dr. Shazia Faiz
Dr. Shazia Faiz, secured the Ph.D degree in Human Resource Management (HRM) from Capital University of Science & Technology Islamabad, in 2017. From October 2018 to September 2019, she worked as an assistant professor at Fatima Jinnah Women University Rawalpindi. From October 2019 to June 2024, she worked as an assistant professor at Capital University of Science & Technology Islamabad. She is currently working as an associate professor at Capital University of Science & Technology Islamabad, Pakistan. Her areas of interest in research include leadership, perceived organizational politics, spiritual intelligence, and workplace attitudes and behaviors (such as creativity). She has supervised several MS and Ph.D students. She has proven herself in event management and career counselling as well.
Dr. Imran Riaz Malik
The educational background of Dr. Imran Riaz Malik enables him a good hold on the subjects of Finance & Accounts, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics and computing. He has over 21 years of experience in the fields of Finance & Accounts, Research and Administration and teaching at different levels. This is supported by hands on experience on Financial and other research-based packages and databases e.g., Oracle (Medix, Bank Smart), Peach Tree, DevInfo, R, Stata, SPSS, EViews, Ox metrics, Minitab and PGD (SE) etc.His competitive advantage in the field of finance and financial econometrics can be described as follows: He has a unique combination of higher-level education and extensive experience in public and private sector in the said fields, which is rare in several respects. The idea of proficiency can never be achieved without proper knowledge without prior strong knowledge of the statistics, financial econometrics, mathematics, economics, programming and accounting subjects in the field of finance and financial econometrics. As is evident from his educational background, with his strong back ground of the said subjects, he has experience of teaching these subjects at different levels and practically applying the knowledge in the field of finance, accounting, statistics and research.
Dr. Robina Yasmin
Dr. Robina Yasmin holds a PhD in Human Resource Management from Aichi-Gakuin University, Japan. She has completed her MS in Human Resource Management from Nagoya University, Japan and Masters in Economics From Punjab University, Lahore. After completing her PhD, she joined Iqra University, Islamabad and served there for more than 11 years. In 2003 joined the Metropolitan School of Business and Management, UK. Currently joined the Capital University of Science and Technology as Associate Professor. She had an extensive experience of research in areas of Human Resource Management and Organizational Behavior. She has supervised PhD, MS and MBA theses and also served as external examiner at Air University, ZABIS, International Islamic University and Abasyn University, Islamabad.
Dr. Ahsan M. Ahmed
Taught marketing and management courses for 14 years at undergraduate and postgraduate level in several national universities. 5-year international industry experience in hospitality, retail and banking. Delivered 90+ workshops in 12 years on soft skills for leading public and private sector organizations. Proactively working on the 17 SDG’s, and managed to make a protype for a brick post transformation of plastic waste. Worked with the ministry of climate change to come up with a hospital waste management model. Established a YouTube channel promoting sustainable and green ideas. Furthermore, won a couple of research grants and projects from the industry. Published a couple of W and Y category papers. Current research interests include sustainability, artificial intelligence, digital marketing green marketing, and social marketing.
Mr. Nasir Rasool
Mr. Nasir Rasool has 20 an experience. That includes teaching experience 17 years and corporate experience of 3 years. He has supervised a large number of research studies during his teaching career. His corporate experience includes a solid training and consultancy exposure in Pakistan as well as in Afghanistan and Sri Lanka. He has worked with national and international social sector organizations and delivered trainings in all areas of management. He has also worked with different organizations as a consultant and helped them in developing their financial systems.
Dr. M. Saboor Ahmed
Dr. Muhammad Saboor Ahmed received PhD degree in computer science from the Capital University of Science and Technology, Islamabad, Pakistan. He has completed his MS, Major in, Software System and Engineering from Muhammad Ali Jinnah University, Islamabad Campus. He has been associated with academia and industry at various levels for the last 15 years, and currently he is serving as Assistant Professor, Capital University of Science and Technology. His research interests are in the areas of Data Mining, neural networks, Information retrieval and machine learning.
Dr. Maria Mashkoor
Ms. Maria Mashkoor is Assistant Professor and also currently a PhD Scholar at CUST, working on her Thesis in the field of HRM. She has previously done MS in HRM from CUST and Masters in International Business Management from University of Westminster, London, UK. She joined Academia in 2007 and has served at many different positions such as BBA Program Coordinator, Social Events Coordinator, Member of JBR team, Member of Board of Studies, Member of Cafeteria Committee; Member of Newsletter Committee, Member of Discipline Committee, Member of Budget Committee, Member of MAJU Alumni Society (MAJUAS), Member of HR track, ICETEM and Member of Sports Gala. She has also been Patron of NEXUS (the Marketing Society) and Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM).
Dr. Shakeel Iqbal
Dr. Shakeel Iqbal is a seasoned acedemician with over 18 years of experience teaching both undergraduate and graduate students at various HEC recognized universities. His educational qualifications include a doctorate degree in Information Technology from Iqra University Pakistan, a MS degree in Computer Information Systems from Florida Institute of Technology, USA and a Master of Public Administration degree from Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan. Besides teaching he has an excellent track record of research and publications. His area of research include adoption of Information systems, mobile learning and e-governance. He has published several research articles in well reputed national and international journals. He has served as reviewer for many international journals including Higher Education Research and Development. International Review of Research on Online and Distance Education, International Journal of Educational Technology in Higher Education, Computers & Education and Kybernetes. Furthermore, Dr. Iqbal has played a pivotal role in mentoring numerous undergraduate and graduate research projects and theses. His guidance has shaped the academic journey of aspiring scholars, reflecting his commitment to fostering the next generation of researchers.
Dr. Arif ud din
Dr. Arif ud din is Assistant Professor and currently a Post-Doctoral fellow at Universita ”Mediterranea” di Reggio Calabria in Italy. He completed his PhD in Management Sciences from IBL, AWKUM, and holds MS in Project Management from COMSATS. With extensive experience of 14 years, he has managed projects and programs with international, national, and grassroots level organizations. Additionally, he has taught project management courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels in various universities in Pakistan. He has published several research papers in renowned international and national journals and serves on the editorial boards of local and international indexed journals. He possesses hands-on experience with research-based packages such as SPSS, AMOS (CB), SMART PLS-4, Primevera and NVivo. His research interests lie in the areas of Project & Program Management, Sustainable Entrepreneurship, and Social Entrepreneurship. Furthermore, He has taken on the role of Deputy Team Lead/Co-PI in the project titled ”Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Local Universities Capacity Building Project on Research, Pedagogy, and Curriculum Tuning.” This project was funded by the US Embassy and administered by USEFP.
Dr. S. Arslan Haider
Dr. Syed Arslan Haider holds a Ph.D. in Business with a specialization in Strategic Management from Sunway Business School, Sunway University, Malaysia. He also completed his Master’s in Project Management and Bachelor’s in Computer Science from the Capital University of Science and Technology, Pakistan. Dr. Haider extensive academic career is marked by prolific research contributions, with over 35 papers published in various esteemed journals, conferences, and book chapters. He has collaborated with more than 40 researchers worldwide, showcasing his international network and influence in the academic community. His research primarily focuses on Project Management, Strategic Management, Knowledge Management and Research Methodology. Additionally, he has made notable contributions to other disciplines, such as Marketing, Hospitality, IT, and Human Resource Management. Dr. Haider work has been published in prestigious journals indexed in Scopus, ABDC, and ABS, including the Journal of Knowledge Management, the European Journal of Innovation Management, the Journal of Innovation & Knowledge, and more.
Dr. M. Sanaullah Shah
Dr. Muhammad Sanaullah Shah has over 10 years of experience in Academics and Industry. His expertise spans Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Project Management, Operations and not for profit organization. Dr. Shah’s career blends academic leadership with hands-on corporate experience in East and South Asia, as well as the Middle East, where he has led strategic initiatives and talent acquisition projects for reputed international organizations. He holds a Ph.D. in Management Science from Hefei University of Technology, and has published research articles in SSCI-indexed journals and also completed six research projects. He has also obtained Senior Scholar Certificate in Transportation Economics and Management from Shanghai Maritime University, China.
Dr. Nida Zahid Kayani
Dr. Nida Zahid Kayani, secured the Ph.D degree in Human Resource Management (HRM) from Bahria University, Islamabad, in 2022. From September 2023 to September 2024, she taught undergraduates in the capacity of visiting faculty at Bahria University, Islamabad and from September 2024 to September 2025 at Capital University of Science and Technology (CUST), Islamabad. She is currently working as an assistant professor at Capital University of Science & Technology Islamabad, Pakistan. Her areas of interest in research include knowledge-management, strategic management, leadership, employee-engagement, appraisal politics, organizational citizenship behavior, organizational culture, ethical leadership, corporate social responsibility, innovation, organizational human resource practices, work-life balance, perceived organizational support, women in entrepreneurial ventures, emotional quotient, intelligence quotient, employee-creativity, job-satisfaction and organizational performance. Dr. Kayani has a 3-year corporate experience mainly in recruitment and selection, employee-appraisals, compensation and payroll and training and development.
Ms. Rabia Habib
Miss Rabia Habib completed the MS degree in Finance & Business Management from the University of Bedfordshire, U.K., in 2013, and joined academia where she has worked as Lecturer since Sept. 2014. Her area of interests are Psychological biases in financial investment behaviour, Applying behavioral finance to asset allocation, Analyst recommendation and corporate failure, Greed and fear in the stock market and Limit to Arbitrage Theory. Miss Rabia’s degrees in Business has enabled her to develop analytical/logical approach to tasks and aptitude to work under pressure. She wants to gain full expertise in Finance, takes every task as a challenge and strives to work in a competitive environment.
Mr. M. Umar Toor
Mr. Muhammad Umar Toor is a dedicated and accomplished Principal Lecturer with a strong academic background, holding a Master of Science in Marketing (CRM) and an MBA in Human Resource Management. With a passion for teaching and educational leadership, he has been shaping the minds of graduate and undergraduate students since 2009, delivering high-quality education in business and management disciplines. Currently serving as the Program Manager for the BBA program for the past seven years, he has played a pivotal role in curriculum development, program enhancement, and student success. His leadership extends beyond the classroom; he has served as the Conference Secretary of the Applied Business Research Conference for 11 out of its 12 sessions, demonstrating his commitment to academic excellence and research dissemination by facilitating meaningful dialogue and knowledge sharing at both institutional and national levels.
Ms. Sarah Nawaz Malik
Ms. Sarah Nawaz Malik possesses a diverse academic background having degrees in both Humanities and Management Sciences domain. Currently, she is pursuing her PhD in the field of Management. Her areas of interest include Organizational Behaviour, Industrial Psychology and Business Communication. She also supervises research thesis/projects and teaches courses in Communication skills, Business Communication, English I and English II.
Mr. M. Irfan Mustafa
A Senior Lecturer at Capital University of Science and Technology, and a Project Management Professional/Consultant, Mr. Muhammad Irfan Mustafa has done his MS in Project Management from Capital University of Science and Technology, Islamabad and Software Engineering from the UK. He is currently a member of Project Management Institute (PMI), Association for Project Management (APM), a Professional Member of British Computing Society (BCS) and an Associate member of Association of Business Executives (ABE) UK. He has worked on various successful projects for well-known organisations including AIRBUS UK, e-ID UK, Orange UK, AX Pulse and KAISPE. He is a trainer for Oracle’s Primavera P6 Professional and Oracle’s Primavera Risk Analysis. His research interest is in Project Stakeholder Management, Project Risk Management, Requirements Engineering, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT). He is also a member of British Parachute Association and actively involved in backpacking & hiking.
Ms. Javeria Khalid
Ms. Javeria Khalid has 10 years of working experience in different organizations like USAID, Deloitte, SZABIST and NUMS. She has done double Masters Gold Medalist in M.phill Management Sciences; She is a ‘Certified Lead Auditor of ISO 9001:2015 (QMS). She has extensive experience in managing training, administrative work and human resource affairs gained over relatively a short span of time through commitment under thoughtful supervisors. She has a proven record of accomplishment in administration; human resource; quality control; and auditing of quality management systems. She is very well conversant with management procedures and affairs combined with an energetic personality; and good interpersonal & human skills, she also possesses experience in teaching undergraduate/Master’s programs as a visiting faculty in different institutions in Islamabad.
Syed Farhan Ali
Mr. Syed Farhan Ali , who completed his MS in Finance in 2019, is a researcher specializing in Arbitrage Pricing Theory (APT). He joined academia in the same year. His research focuses on the relationship between expected asset returns and various risk factors, and he employs empirical testing and statistical analysis to validate APT across different markets.
Department of Psychology
Dr. Sabahat Haqqani
Sabahat Haqqani graduated with a silver medal in M.Sc. Behavioral Sciences from Fatima Jinnah Women University, Pakistan (FJWU) in 2009. She was awarded HEC faculty development scholarship to complete PhD in Clinical Psychology from The University of Edinburgh, UK. She is practicing academician, researcher and clinical psychologist. She served as a lecturer at FJWU from 2010 to 2019 and joined Capital University of Science and Technology in September 2019 as an Assistant Professor. Since 2021, she is working as Head of Psychology Department. She is also In-charge of Wellbeing and Daycare Centers at the university. She has been involved in conducting psychological assessment, psychotherapy/ counselling and clinical trainings and supervision in school, college, special education, university, hospital, and private clinical settings. She is currently working on several funded and non-funded projects including development of intervention for depression, anxiety and stress, and psychological assessment tools. She has taught wide range of courses including counselling and psychotherapy, statistical analyses, research methodology, psychological assessment, experimental psychology and ethics. Her research interests include self-harm, suicide, interpersonal relationships, marital satisfaction, designing interventions for mental health concerns of youth, women and elderly, and designing behavioral insight interventions for traffic management, agriculture and mental health.
Dr. Ishrat Yousaf
Dr. Ishrat Yousaf received her doctorate in Psychology from the Department of Psychology, University of Peshawar, Pakistan in 2015 and joined academia as a faculty member. Since 2015, she has been appointed as an Assistant Professor and earned 9 years of work experience in multiple Higher education institutions. During this period, she has voluminous contribution to higher education. Since 2019, she has been appointed as an Assistant Professor at the Capital University of Science and Technology. She remained involved in research grants and has been awarded for several research projects as a Principal Investigator, and Co-principal Investigator on competitive merit from Higher Education Commission of Pakistan. She led and work on collaborative research projects in the areas of HIV/AIDS and mental health; contextualizing and developing an adapted e-health intervention for improving care for youth with substance use disorder; and developing indigenous intervention for youth to reduce psychological disorders to prevent and promote mental wellbeing in project as a Co-PI. Dr. Yousaf’s research interests are in the areas of health and clinical Psychology, particularly in the prevention, assessment and intervention of mental health among youth, patients with HIV/AIDS, substance use disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders.
Dr. Uzma Rani
Dr. Uzma Rani completed her PhD degree in Psychology from the School of Social Sciences Universiti Sains Malaysia, in 2021, and joined academia where she worked at different Universities as Assistant Professor in Psychology. She has also foreign teaching experience. She has supervised psychology undergraduate students in their research projects. She authored four research papers in international recognized journals, and has strong interest in conducting qualitative research on national and international levels. . Her Research interests are Social Work, Positive Psychology, Industrial Psychology, Migration studies and Intervention development in Green Social Work field.
Ms. Sadaf Zeb
Ms. Sadaf Zeb is currently working as a Senior Lecturer at Capital University of Science & Technology Islamabad. She has more than 5 years of teaching experience and has expertise in different therapies including marital & family counseling, Hypnosis, Eye movement desensitization and Trauma based Eidetic therapy. Her research interest areas include clinical psychology, addictive behaviors, and social psychology. She also worked in collaboration with international researchers on different research articles.
Mr. M. Zeeshan Iltaf
Zeeshan Iltaf did his MS in clinical Psychology from International Islamic University Islamabad in 2017. After doing MS, he worked as an internee in Benazir Bhutto Hospital, Rawalpindi. He also worked as a drug Counsellor in various Rehabilitation centers. Moreover, he offered his services as a college Psychologist in Fazaia Inter-College, Jinnah Camp, Rawalpindi to help improve the mental health of college students. As a faculty member and a researcher , he supervised research thesis for numerous students at BS level.
Ms. Uzma Mushtaq
Ms. Uzma Mushtaq is experienced lecturer in Psychology offering subject knowledge of creating, engaging and interactive learning environments to nurture students’ understanding of psychological concepts, Skilled in delivering comprehensive lectures, conducting research with special interests in clinical psychology, child psychology and mentoring students. She has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, coupled with a passion for empowering students to develop critical thinking abilities and apply psychological theories in practical settings. Seeking to excel in the field of Social Sciences, by making the best use of professional experience for organizational and societal development through academic counselling and teaching assistance.
Ms. Irum Noureen
Ms. Irum Noureen is Lecturer at CUST. She has previously done MPhil in Psychology from Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad. She joined Academia in 2020. Her Area of interest include Educational Psychology and Developmental Psychology.
Ms. Aysha Aneeq
Ms. Aysha Aneeq has MPhil Degree in Counseling Psychology. She is working as an educationist and a researcher for more than 10 years. Teaching is her passion and her motive is to flourish in an organization possessing the wealth of a fertile academic and research oriented environment. She has research interests in the areas of Educational Psychology, Intervention based studies in Psychology, Qualitative Research, and issues concerning adolescents and young adults as population of interest. In parallel, she is enthusiastically involved in the university teaching and supervising undergraduate students in their research projects.
Ms. Anam Mehmood
Anam Mahmood is a qualified and experienced psychology lecturer based in Islamabad, Pakistan. She holds MPhil Psychology from the Quaid-i-Azam University. She is passionate about educating students and helping them develop a deep understanding of psychological concepts. She uses interactive teaching methods and real-world examples to engage her students and make the material relatable. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, she is also involved in research. Overall, Anam Mahmood is a highly respected and accomplished psychology lecturer who is making a significant contribution to the field of psychology through her teaching and research.
Ms. Asima Munawar
Ms. Asima Munawar completed her Master of Science in Clinical Psychology in 2019, subsequently joining academia as a faculty member. She was awarded a Gold Medal for her outstanding academic performance during her MS program. Ms. Munawar is an enthusiastic, meticulous, and dedicated individual with a robust academic background in Clinical Psychology. She is specifically trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Behavior Therapy and offers her services as a clinical psychologist. Additionally, Ms. Munawar has six publications in peer-reviewed, impact-factor journals, as well as multiple conference presentations. She has also provided research supervision to numerous postgraduate and undergraduate students.
Ms. Iqra Kiran
Ms. Iqra Kiran received her MS Degree in Clinical Psychology from Foundation University, Islamabad in 2019. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Clinical Psychology at Bahria University Islamabad. She worked as a Research Assistant at Human Development Research Foundation over a period of two-years. She initiated her academic journey in 2021 and has since amassed a wealth of experience as a lecturer in both public and private sectors. Demonstrating her commitment to nurturing future professionals, she has overseen clinical internships and research thesis of BS and MS students in Psychology and Clinical Psychology. She conducted a workshop at an International Conference hosted by the University of Management and Technology, Lahore. She holds memberships with esteemed organizations such as American Psychological Association (APA) and the Pakistan Association for Cognitive Therapies (PACT). She served her services as a Clinical Psychologist across various clinical setups in Rawalpindi, Islamabad, and Lahore, Ms. Kiran specializes in addressing a range of psychological disorders including depression, anxiety, OCD, and relationship issues. She is certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and hypnotherapy, reflecting her dedication to evidence-based practice.
Ms. Tehmina Mazhar
Miss Tehmina Mazhar received her M. Phil degree in Counseling Psychology from Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan in 2019 and joined academia as a faculty member. In 2020, she got appointed as Counselor and Faculty of psychology as visiting member of Akhuwat College for girls in Chakwal. Later, she also got selected as permanent faculty at Apex college, Chakwal where she served for a year almost. In 2023, she got employment at Capital University of Sciences and Technology, Islamabad. Since, 2023 she is serving as lecturer psychology at CUST, Islamabad. She has been involved in teaching multiple psychology courses there and has supervised as well as evaluated multiple thesis projects of graduate students up till now.
Department of Accounting and Finance
Dr. Jaleel Ahmed Malik
Dr. Jaleel Ahmed Malik is Associate Professor in the department of Accounting and Finance, Faculty of Management and Social Sciences, Capital University of Science and Technology, Islamabad. He is serving the CUST since November 2016. He earned a PhD in Finance from an AACSB member, AMBA accredited, School of Management at Harbin Institute of Technology, China. Dr. Malik has been actively engaged in scientific research and has published impactful articles in International Journals & Conferences. His areas of interest are Corporate Finance, Financial Development and Economic Growth. He is also the reviewer of the international journals including PLOS ONE and Managerial and Decision Economics.
Dr. Zeeshan Ahmed
He has experience and exposure in the banking industry. After his banking experience, he pursued a Doctor of Philosophy from Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) with a finance specialization in 2018 and transitioned to academia. It indicates that by choice, he wanted to launch himself in academia where he could work for the betterment of the students. He supervised a number of students as a main supervisor. Moreover, he has a number of good publications in well-recognized journals. There are a few articles which are in pipelines and waiting for publications. He is honored as an external examiner in various national and international universities. He has developed his interest and expertise for research in corporate finance, corporate governance, market efficiency, financial reporting, earnings management, accounting, sustainable development, and performance evaluation of firms, etc.
Dr. Anam Tariq
Dr. Anam Tariq holds doctorate in management sciences (Finance). She joined academics in 2019 and has extensive teaching and research experience in green finance, corporate finance, financial economics and data analysis. Her research work emphasizes on finance and its effective impact on climate change mitigation She has research publications in renowned international journals and conference proceedings to her credit.
Dr. Iftikhar Ali Janjua
Dr. Nosher Wan Khan
Nosher Wan Khan is a seasoned academic professional with over 14 years of experience in academia and industry. He holds a PhD in Finance and is currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the Capital University of Science and Technology, Islamabad. His expertise spans teaching a wide range of courses in Economics, Accounting, and Finance, where he integrates theoretical knowledge with practical applications to enhance student learning. He has demonstrated exceptional leadership as a former Manager Academics, where he played a crucial role in aligning departmental strategies with institutional objectives. His contributions include overseeing curriculum development, implementing the Outcome-Based Education (OBE) system, and ensuring compliance with national and international quality standards. He has also been instrumental in faculty development, providing mentorship and facilitating professional growth opportunities. Nosher has a strong focus on promoting student success through initiatives aimed at improving learning outcomes and providing robust academic support. His research contributions are notable, with publications in respected journals addressing innovative financial strategies and market analyses. His dedication to academic excellence, leadership skills, and research acumen make him a valuable asset in advancing higher education and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Dr. Anum Rashid
Dr. Anum Rashid has more than 8 years of experience in teaching and research. Her research area is sustainable finance, text mining, and microfinance institutions. She has published in various academic journals and presented her work at many international research conferences.
Ms. Sadaf Adalat
Ms. Saddaf Adalat is currently doing PhD (Finance) from Capital University of Science and Technology, Islamabad. She has almost 4 years of teaching experience. She has done MS in Finance from Capital University of Science and Technology, Islamabad. She started her teaching career as a Visiting Lecturer from Capital University of Science and Technology, Islamabad in 2018. She also worked at International Islamic University, Islamabad for one years. She has also achieved Merit and High Distinction Holder certifications from university.
Ms. Jaweria Khalid
A professional and meticulous facilitator at graduate and undergraduate level in university. Possess a vast experience in teaching courses such as marketing. human resource, management and business information systems. Has served corporate sector as a marketing research executive and human resource executive.
Department of English
Dr. M. Umar Farooq
Professor Dr Muhammad Umar Farooq is working as Head of the Department of English at CUST. He earned his PhD in English (Applied Linguistics) with specialization in Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) and teacher development. He has teaching experience of more than 30 years at higher education institutions in Pakistan and abroad. He has published three books and more than 50 articles in reputable international and Pakistani research journals. He has organized and presented at national and international ELT conferences. Based on his PhD research, he won a grant from the Higher Education Commission and established the first Self-Access Centre at Allama Iqbal Open University. He represents CUST on academic committees of various universities. He has been an active member of many national and international organizations. At CUST, he is a member of the Executive Council, Academic Council, BASR, and other academic committees. Besides BS and MS English (Linguistics), he has initiated several academic and professional development activities to improve the teaching and learning environment. He is Editor of the CUST Newsletter which covers academic achievements and activities. Also, he is Editor of SPELL Magazine, a platform that provides an opportunity for students to publish their work. He has organized teacher development sessions at public schools/colleges in the vicinity as community service.
Dr. M. Saqib Zaigham
Dr. Muhammad Saqib Zaigham is working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of English, Capital University of Science & Technology, Islamabad. He earned his PhD degree from University of Bakht Alruda, Sudan. He has more than twenty three years teaching experience, at university level in Pakistan and abroad. His main research area is in Phonetics & Phonology.
Mr. Inam Elahi
Mr. Inam Elahi is a PhD scholar at IIU Islamabad, an M.Phil in English Linguistics, Master in English Literature, PGD in TEFL, and Certified in UbD from the College of Education, Amherst, USA. He is a skilled and experienced faculty member of the English Department. He is a Principal Lecturer and Coordinator of BS and MS English Programs. He has vast experience in teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels. He has attended many international conferences on Education in the USA and India. Currently, he is conducting his PhD research in the field of Narratology, on novel to film adaptation.
Ms. Saeeda Ibrahim
Ms. Saeeda Ibrahim is a dedicated and accomplished educator with dual Master's degrees in English Literature and Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL). She possesses a strong academic foundation and practical teaching experience, including eight years tenure at the National University of Modern Languages (NUML) in the Functional Courses (FC) Department. She demonstrates a passion for language education, curriculum development, and student-centered learning. She is committed to fostering linguistic proficiency among diverse student populations.
Ms. Uzma Arshad
Uzma Arshad completed the MPhil in Linguistics from the University of University of AJ&K Muzaffarabad 2006, and joined academia where she worked at different universities including NUML; Bahria University, Quaid -e- Azam university Islamabad. Uzma Arshad research interests are in Phonetics and Phonology, code Switching and Corpus Linguistics. She has supervised numerous BS research articles to the students of BS program at NUML Islamabad. She got souvenir from different Colleges of Rawalpindi and Islamabad.
Ms. Naveeda Fazal Haq
Ms. Naveeda Fazal Haq is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of English at Capital University of Science and Technology, Islamabad. She did her MS/MPhil in Language and Literature from National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Masters in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), MS/MPhil in Applied Linguistic Research and Certificate in English Language Teaching to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA) from UK. She is an internationally certified English language teacher and has been teaching English to learners with diverse educational, ethnic and linguistic backgrounds for about 20 years.
Mr. Maqsood Alam
Mr. Maqsood Alam is a PhD scholar at Air University Islamabad. Mr. Alam has started his professional career as a teacher in 2013. He has taught at good and well reputed institutions prior to joining Capital University of Science and Technology in September 2017. Mr. Alam has excellent inter- and intra-personal communication skills.
Mr. M. Aneeb Fazal
Mr. M. Aneeb Fazal is currently doing PhD in English Linguistics from National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad. He has done MS in English (Linguistics & Literature) from COMSATS University, Islamabad. He started his teaching career as a Lecturer from Grafton College, Islamabad in 2016. He also worked at The University of Lahore, Islamabad Campus for three years. He has also achieved various certifications from several foreign educational organizations. Mr. Aneeb’s research interests include Corpus Linguistics, Corpus stylistics and Forensic Linguistics. He has also supervised a number of MA English research dissertations.
Ms. Asma Naz
Ms. Asma Naz is a Lecturer with over 10 years of teaching experience at QAUand CUST. She has taught a wide range of core and allied Linguistics courses across disciplines and is known for her student-centered, scaffolded approach to learning. Currently a PhD scholar, her research focuses on Cyber Linguistics, Forensic and Computational Linguistics, and Digital Media Discourse, with an emphasis on linguistic deception and digital communication. Alongside teaching, she serves as course coordinator, batch advisor, in charge of the Academic Writing Center, and report writer for departmental events. She is also the patron-in-chief of the Cust Art and Literary Club and a member of the Health and Safety Club. Ms. Naz actively mentor students for writing and speaking competitions, combining her academic, administrative, and research expertise to foster well-rounded learners.
Ms. Faiza Arshad
Ms. Faiza Arshad has done MS in English (Linguistics & Literature) from COMSATS University, Islamabad. She started her career as an English Teacher and Subject Specialist at Siddeeq Public School in Rawalpindi. She has worked at Fazaia Inter College Nur khan for eleven years. She has worked as an English News Caster in Radio Pakistan, Islamabad. Her areas of interest in research are; Translation Studies, Feminism, Discourse Analysis, Literary Theories and Bilingualism.
Ms. Farrah Iqbal
Ms Farrah Iqbal is a Lecturer, with over eight years of teaching experience. She is a PhD scholar at Foundation University. She has previously taught at Fatima Jinnah Women University and Foundation University. Her teaching focuses on English Language and Academic Writing, and she employs a learner-centered, scaffolded approach to support student growth. In addition to teaching, she serves as the Coordinator of VIS program and Internships. She is an active member of the DSE Committee, CQI Team, Industry Liaison and Training Committee, and CUST Newsletter Team. She was a core team member organizing the department's first international conference. Her contributions span academic, administrative, and co-curricular domains.
Mr. Sikandar Seemab
Mr. Sikandar Seemab received his M.Phil degree in English Linguistics from NUML, Islamabad in 2019. He is an educational professional with more than 10 years of teaching experience at college and university levels in Pakistan. Currently, he holds a permanent position as an English Lecturer at the Capital University of Science and Technology (CUST). Additionally, he served as a visiting English Lecturer at various prestigious institutions, including the International Islamic University in Islamabad, NUML, and Bahria University in Islamabad. At Bahria College's Zafar Campus, Islamabad, he worked on the role of Head of Department for English. With his extensive experience across different educational settings and eclectic teaching style, he strives to offer a variety of lectures to appeal to all types of learners.
Mr. Furqan Ahmad
Mr. Furqan Ahmad has over 20 years of teaching and administrative experience and has served at prominent institutions like International Islamic University, Foundation University, and Riphah University Islamabad. He holds three master’s degrees in English Language, Literature, and English Language Teaching. He is an MS in linguistics from Foundation University Islamabad. Mr. Ahmad has completed various certifications and diplomas reflecting his dedication to learning and innovative teaching methodologies. He is a PhD research scholar and is researching AI-based intervention for developing writing skills. His passion for teaching and skilful application of pedagogical principles make him an invaluable member of the academic community.
Ms. Zahida Younas
Ms. Zahida Younas is a PhD candidate in English Literature at the International Islamic University Islamabad. With a distinguished teaching career spanning multiple prestigious institutions, including Bahria University, NUST, International Islamic University, Federal University and Riphah International University, she possesses extensive expertise in literature and language instruction. Additionally, she served ABN overseas Education as an IELTS Trainer. Her academic interests include Post-colonial Literature, Pakistani Anglophone Literature, South Asian Literature, and Literary Theory. Her research has been published in various areas, including War Literature, Necropolitics, Literary Theory, and Discourse Analysis. As a speaker, she has actively participated in institutional seminars and presented papers on a wide range of topics at both national and international conferences.
Mr. M. Wasim Haider
Mr. Wasim Haider holds a BS (Honors) in English Literature from the University of Management and Technology (UMT), Lahore, and M.Phil. in English Literature from the University of Central Punjab (UCP), Lahore. He commenced his career in higher education at UCP and has since taught various literature courses at Lahore Leads University and UMT. Additionally, he served as a lecturer at the University of Wah (UW), where he taught both undergraduate and graduate literature courses, and acted as the MS Program Coordinator. He has also co-supervised several M.Phil. theses. Mr. Haider is a research-oriented person with extensive experience in teaching literature, managing academic activities, and coordinating various projects.
Ms. Rimsha Jahangir
Ms. Rimsha Jahangir holds an MS degree in English Linguistics from Air University, Islamabad. She teaches courses across various disciplines, employing a student- centered approach to create interactive classes. Her research interests include Corpus Linguistics and Academic Writing. She began her teaching career at UET Taxila in 2019 with additional teaching experience at the Institute of Space Sciences and Technology, Islamabad and KLC. Moreover, she has earned ' How to Teach IELTS' certification from a Cambridge-recognised institute, completed professional training through the American English Teacher Development Program, and has organised workshops on Language Documentation and Corpus Analysis in collaboration with the Corpus Research Centre at Air University Islamabad.
Ms. Asma Qandeel
Ms. Asma Qandeel is a Lecturer at CUST, Islamabad. She is well-rounded with exceptional communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills. She is also the Patron-in-Chief of the department's extracurricular activities, Ms. Qandeel provides invaluable guidance and support to a diverse range of student-led initiatives. Furthermore, she serves as the Editor of SPELL, the department's literary magazine. Under her meticulous guidance, SPELL has become a significant platform for showcasing the literary talent of students, providing them with a valuable opportunity to share their creative writing and critical insights with a wider audience.