Javaria Shaikh

Javaria Shaikh Ismail, a Senior Lecturer at Iqra University, leverages a distinguished career in economics education and research to enrich the Faculty of Business Administration. Her academic foundation includes an M.Phil. in Applied Economics (2021) from the University of Karachi, focusing on environmental and health economics. This, combined with her B.S. in Economics (2014), equips her to deliver the most up-to-date economic instruction.

Javaria’s dedication extends beyond the classroom. Her published research tackles contemporary issues like green business practices and social dynamics in higher education. Currently, she investigates the link between water conservation and economic development. Further fueling her passion, Javaria actively participates in seminars and conferences. Notably, she created “Dialogues in Economics (DiE),” a quarterly forum at Iqra University fostering discourse on pressing economic issues with industry and academic leaders.

Javaria’s commitment is further exemplified by her previous role (until 2023) as the Faculty Advisor/Subject Expert for the Single National Curriculum of Pakistan’s Economics program (Grades 9-12). This leadership role signifies her dedication to shaping the future generation’s understanding of economics.

Javaria’s unwavering commitment to lifelong learning fuels her ability to deliver the most up-to-date and effective knowledge. This dedication, reflected in her ongoing research and engagement initiatives, significantly enriches the intellectual discourse on economics at Iqra University.