Bio of Dr. Ghulam Mohey-ud-din

Dr. Ghulam Mohey-ud-din is a distinguished economist with over 18 years of experience in economic research, policy analysis, and strategic planning. He currently serves as the Senior Economic Planner at Parsons Corporation, affiliated with the Royal Commission in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia. He holds a PhD in Economics from Government College University, Lahore, awarded in 2015. His academic journey also includes an M.Phil. in Economics (2008) from the same institution and M.A. in Economics (2002) from Islamia University Bahawalpur. ​ He was awarded a gold medal for academic excellence during his master’s studies at Islamia University and received the Higher Education Commission’s indigenous Ph.D. fellowship.

Academic and Research Background

Dr. Mohey-ud-din’s scholarly contributions are substantial, with over 20 peer-reviewed publications and numerous technical reports and official documents. His research interests encompass macroeconomics, urban economics, economic geography, development economics, economic security and spatial econometrics. He has contributed to various themes in publications, including articles and books, focusing on topics such as foreign capital inflows, urban livability, economic planning, structural reforms, sustainable development and economic growth. According to the Google Scholar, his work has garnered over 250 citations, reflecting his influence in the field. ​

Professional Experience

Dr. Mohey-ud-din’s professional journey encompasses significant roles in both public and private sectors. Notably, he has served as Director of Economic Affairs at the Centre for Aerospace & Security Studies (CASS) in Lahore and as the Senior Urban Economist at The Urban Unit, Government of Punjab. He also served as a Senior Assistant Professor at Bahria University Lahore Campus, where he also coordinated the Postgraduate Program. His professional journey includes roles as an Urban Economist at Meinhardt Pakistan Pvt Ltd and as an Economist (Head Research Cell) at the Punjab Small Industries Corporation. Additionally, he worked as a Research Analyst on a World Bank project under the Ministry of Economic Affairs in Pakistan.

In November 2023, Dr. Mohey-ud-din joined Parsons Corporation in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, as a Senior Economic Planner. In this capacity, he is responsible for reviewing and developing economic plans for the Royal Commission of Yanbu, analyzing market trends, and providing strategic recommendations to foster regional competitiveness and sustainable growth.

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