Professor Dr. Syed Tahir Hijazi

Professor Dr. Syed Tahir Hijazi is Ex. Dean at College of Business Administration, American University in The Emirates, Dubai UAE. He is regarded as leading international economist and reputed advocate of innovation in academia. His contribution for promotion of research excellence and academic innovation are recognized at international level. Dr. Hijazi has been in leading positions formerly across many countries including USA, Greece, Pakistan, and UAE. He has been involved in research and development activities with World Bank, ADB, ILO, USAID, UNDP and several other global level institutions. He is among the main advisers of Global Illuminators International. His research contributions are wider and impactful for the scholars and researchers in the multidisciplinary fields. He is among the top advocates of promoting multidisciplinary research and practice for better service of humanity. He is on the advisory boards of several countries for development of innovation infrastructure to help in growth of knowledge based economies. His 35 years of rich academic and research experience along with visionary leadership for innovation and excellence makes him an ideal scholar to share his thoughts regarding innovation challenges in multidisciplinary research and practice.