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06 705 6390
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Rajesh Mohnot

  • Rajesh Mohnot

  • Professor, Head of Accounting and Finance
  • Ext: 6390
  • CV

Dr. Rajesh Mohnot is a Professor and Head of the Accounting and Finance Department at Ajman University. He earned his Ph.D. in Finance from JNV University, India, and has worked in Singapore, Malaysia, India, and the UAE. Rajesh has published in internationally ranked, refereed, and peer-reviewed journals. He has presented papers at international conferences in the USA, Costa Rica, Japan, the UK, Hawaii, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, the UAE, India, and Austria, with some of his research papers receiving best paper awards. His research interests include financial market volatility, stock market return prediction, market efficiency, risk management, valuation, corporate restructuring, corporate governance, and renewable energy. Dr. Rajesh has also provided extensive corporate consulting and delivered numerous training programs for bankers and corporate executives. He serves on the advisory board of several professional organizations and journals.

Education
  • PGCert in HE, Middlesex University, UK, 2011.
  • Ph.D. in Finance, JNV University, India, 1993.
  • M.Com, JNV University, India, 1990.
  • B.Com (Hons.), JNV University, India, 1987.
Experience
  • Head of Accounting and Finance Department, Ajman University, UAE, 2025 - Present
  • Professor & Head of Finance Department, Ajman University, UAE, 2024 – Present.
  • Associate Professor & Head of Finance Department, Ajman University, UAE, 2019 - 2024.
  • Senior Lecturer & Research Chair, Middlesex University Dubai, UAE, 2009-2019.
  • Head, Department of Finance & MBA Coordinator, Ajman University, UAE, 2003-2009.
  • Head, FTMS Business School, FTMS DeMontfort University, Singapore, 2002-2003.
  • Assistant Professor, University Tenaga Nasional, Malaysia, 2000-2002.
  • Assistant Professor, SNPJ College, JNV University, India, 1991-2000.
  • Consultant, Simraj Finance & Investments Ltd, India, 1996 - 2000.
  • Guest Editor, International Journal of Strategic Business Alliances, 2014.
  • Editorial Adviser, The International Journal of Business & Finance Research, IBFR, USA.
  • Consultant & Trainer, Banks and financial institutions, Singapore, Malaysia, UAE, India.
  • Keynote Speaker, Transforming Risks into Opportunities, Accounting & Finance Show, Dubai, UAE, 2018.
Teaching Area
  • Financial Management, Financial Statement Analysis, Valuation, Financial Risk Management, Advanced Corporate Finance, International Finance, Derivatives, Securities Analysis and Portfolio Management, Project Finance, Money and Banking, Financial Institutions and Markets.
  • Contemporary Business Issues in the GCC.
Research
  • Market Efficiency, Volatility Estimation and Forecasting, Corporate Governance.
  • Behavioral Finance, Mergers & Restructuring, Valuation.
  • Economic Variables and Stock Market Performance.
  • Renewable Energy Investments.
Publications
Conference Presentation
  • Jassim, M., Mohnot, R. and Sisodia, G.S. (2024). Does FinTech Improve Healthcare in GCC? Application of Panel Analysis, presented at the UAE GSRC Conference, held at UAE University, April 20, 2024, UAE.
  • Mohnot, R. and Ballaj, H. (2022). Dynamic Linkages between Macroeconomic Variables and Stock Market: Evidence from Malaysia. Presented at 30th Pacific Basin Finance, Economics, Accounting and Management Conference held on May 14, 2022 in Vietnam.
  • Verma, R. and Mohnot, R. (2022). International Transmission of the Global Energy Sentiments on ESG Index Returns. Presented at International Conference on Advances in Business and Law, held at University of Dubai, UAE, Nov 26-27, 2022.
  • Rafiuddin, A., Gaytan, J.C.T., and Mohnot, R. (2022). Dynamic Hedging Strategies across assets and commodities – A Wavelet Analysis. Presented at 2022 World Finance and Banking Symposium, held on 16-17 December 2022, USA.
  • Mohnot, R. (2017). Examining Granger Causality in the Behavioral Reactions of Institutional Investors. Presented at 33rd International Academic Conference held on 27-31 August, 2017, Austria
  • Mohnot, R. (2015). Time-varying Characteristics of Predictive Power in Stock Markets. Presented at 3rd Emerging Research Paradigms in Business and Social Sciences (ERPBSS) held on 24-26 November, 2015, UAE.
  • Mohnot, R. (2014). Exploring Optimal Portfolio Opportunities in Indian Stock Markets. Presented at ACBPP 2014 The Asian Conference on Business and Public Policy, held on 20-23 November, Japan
  • Mohnot, R. (2014). Resilience of the Islamic Financial System During Crisis Period. Presented at the 17th Global Conference on Business and Finance Research, May 27-30, Costa Rica. (Awarded 'Outstanding Research' and 'Best-in-Session' Research Awards).
  • Sayani, H., Kumar, V., & Mohnot, R. (2013). Evaluating the Performance of Islamic Banks in the Wake of the Global Crisis. Presented at the 1st International Conference, February 19-20, AUS, Sharjah, UAE.
  • Mohnot, R. (2011). Does Crisis Affect Stock Market Predictability? A Case of the Spanish Stock Market. Presented at the 5th CSDA International Conference, organized by the London School of Economics and Political Science and CSDA Journal, December 17-19, UK.
  • Mohnot, R. (2011). Are UAE Banks Creating Wealth for Shareholders? Presented at the ERPBSS First International Conference, organized by Middlesex University Dubai, November 22-24, UAE. (Business Track Chair).
  • Mohnot, R. (2010). Can a Young Capital Market Be Efficient? A Reference to Dubai Financial Market (DFM). Accepted for presentation at the 17th Forecasting Financial Markets Conference 2010, Hannover Center of Finance, May 26-28, Hannover, Germany.
  • Mohnot, R. (2010). Forecasting FOREX Volatility in Times of Turbulence. Presented at the 2010 Hawaii Global Conference, organized by the Institute for Business Finance and Research Institute, January 3-6, USA. (Paper won the ‘Best in Session’ award).
  • Mohnot, R. (2010). Re-examining the Performance of Indian Capital Markets in Light of the Current Global Crisis. Presented at the Harvard University Conference, organized by the International Journal of Arts and Sciences (IJAS), May 31 - June 3, USA. (Chaired Session).
  • Mohnot, R. (2005). Changing Patterns of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the Asian Region: Issues, Motives, and Strategies for Economic Development. Presented at the 3rd International Conference, jointly organized by the World Association for Sustainable Development (WASD) and UAE University, November 21-23, UAE.
  • Mohnot, R., & Kumar, S. (2002). Corporate Entrepreneurship Development and Emerging Corporate Issues in the K-Economy of Malaysia. Presented at the 2nd UBMC Conference, organized by the University Tenaga National, August 12-13, Malaysia.
  • Mohnot, R., & Hanim, N. (2002). Role of Development Finance Institutions in Entrepreneurship Development in Malaysia. Presented at the 2nd UBMC Conference, organized by the University Tenaga National, August 12-13, Malaysia.
  • Mohnot, R. (2002). Corporate Governance: Issues, Implications, and Strategy in Developing Countries – The Malaysian Case. Presented at the International Business Seminar 2002, organized by the University Utara Malaysia, June 29-30, Malaysia.
  • Mohnot, R. (2002). Corporate and Financial Sector Reforms in Malaysia: A Review of the Post-Asian Financial Crisis Period. Presented at the 10th Pacific Basin Finance, Accounting, and Economics Conference, organized by Nanyang Technological University and Rutgers University, USA, August 7-8, Singapore. (Also Chaired One Technical Session).
  • Mohnot, R. and Yusoff, W. F. W. (2002). Emerging Trends in Asian Financial Markets: Evidences From Malaysia During the Last Decade and Its Economic Implications. Presented at the 12th International Conference of International Trade and Finance Association held in Bangkok, Thailand during May 29-June 2, 2002, Thailand. (Also Chaired One Technical Session).
  • Mohnot, R. (2001). Rejuvenating the Health of the Security Industry in Malaysia. Presented at the Second Asian Academic Accounting Association Conference on Financial Reporting in the 21st Century, hosted by the School of Accountancy, University Utara Malaysia, September 17-19, Malaysia. (Also Chaired One Technical Session).
Memberships, Awards and Honors
  • Faculty Excellence in Teaching Award
  • "Outstanding Research" and "Best-in-Session" Research Awards at the IBFR Costa Rica International Conference, USA.
  • "Innovation Award for Teaching and Learning" at Middlesex University Dubai, UAE.
  • "Best-in-Session" Research Paper Award at the Hawaii International Conference, USA.
  • "Best Thesis Supervision" Award at Ajman University, UAE.
  • Advisory Board Member, American Academy of Financial Management, USA.
  • Editorial Adviser, The International Journal of Business & Finance Research, IBFR, USA.