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 advisors 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.

Prof. Dr. Marilyn Dejecasion-Cardoso (Ph.D).

Prof. Dr. Marilyn Dejecasion-Cardoso is a well-known scholar and academician in Philippines due her contribution towards knowledge creation and academic excellence. Currently she holds the position of Vice President for Academic Affairs of Samar State University since 2012. She is also contributing as Dean, College of Graduate Studies of Samar State University since 2003 to present.

Her contribution as a professor in teaching and research differentiates her as a legendary personality in academic circles. She has been teaching research methods, statistics and professional education courses since 1987. She has contributed several research articles, and supervised Ph.D. theses and has been involved in extension work in Samar State University. She has been playing the role of Accreditor of Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities, Inc. (AACCUP) since 2000. She has been serving as Head of Research and Development Centre, Samar State University and Member, Social Development Committee, NEDA, Region VIII. She has lead the Educational Management Information System, Samar State University since 1989 to 2000.

Due to her visionary leadership skills and contribution towards promotion of excellence in academic circles she stands out to represent the Philippines higher education institutions at global platforms. She is one of the leading scholars in ASEAN region for promoting academic excellence in collaboration with Global Illuminators.