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Muhammed Zakir Hossain
Associate Professor & MBA Coordinator
zakir@sub.edu.bd
M.B.A (DU), M.Sc (Sweden)
Muhammed Zakir Hossain is an
Associate Professor in the Department of Business Studies at State University
of Bangladesh. He currently serves as the Program Coordinator of the MBA
Program and Director of Student Affairs. With more than 20 years of experience
in higher education, he has contributed extensively to teaching, curriculum
development, academic administration, student mentoring, and research
supervision.
He holds an MSc in Business and Economics from
Karlstad University, Sweden, and BBA and MBA degrees in Accounting and
Information Systems from the University of Dhaka. His research interests
include forensic accounting, corporate governance, sustainability accounting,
and artificial intelligence in business, financial technology, and service
marketing. He has published widely in international journals and actively
serves as a peer reviewer for journals published by Emerald Publishing,
Springer Nature, Taylor & Francis/Routledge, Wiley, SAGE Publications, KeAi
Publishing, Oxford University Press, and F1000.
- Hossain, M. Z. (2026). AI-Driven Forensic Accounting: A Hybrid Fraud Detection Framework Integrating Blockchain, Machine Learning, and ESG Risk Indicators. Journal of Artificial Intelligence Technology and Development, 2(1), 19–33. https://doi.org/10.59324/jaitd.2026.2(1).03
- Hossain, M. Z. (2026). Behavioral forensics in accounting: Understanding the psychology of financial fraudsters. European Journal of Management, Economics and Business, 3(2), 265–281. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejmeb.2026.3(2).19
- Hossain, M. Z. (2026). Understanding market behavior: The psychological forces driving financial decisions. European Journal of Management, Economics and Business, 3(2), 282–300. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejmeb.2026.3(2).20
- Hossain, M. Z. (2026). Emerging trends in forensic accounting: Data analytics, cyber forensic accounting, cryptocurrencies, and blockchain technology for fraud investigation and prevention. Journal of Artificial Intelligence Technology Development, 2(2), 183–208. https://doi.org/10.59324/jaitd.2026.2(2).14
- Hossain, M. Z. (2026). Can Digital Banking Unlock Inclusive Economic Development? Evidence from an Emerging Economy. European Journal of Innovative Studies and Sustainability, 2(1), 196-207. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejiss.2026.2(1).13
- Hossain, M. Z. (2026). The role of mobile financial services (MFS) in enhancing rural entrepreneurship in Bangladesh. European Journal of Management, Economics and Business, 3(1), 113–124. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejmeb.2026.3(1).09
- Hossain, M. Z. (2026). A quantitative analysis of greenwashing practices in corporate carbon accounting and its impact on stakeholder trust and regulatory compliance. European Journal of Management, Economics and Business, 3(2), 226–237. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejmeb.2026.3(2).17
- Hossain, M. Z., & Arefin, T. (2026). The role of the ready-made garments sector in economic growth and structural change: Evidence from an emerging economy. European Journal of Management, Economics and Business, 3(2), 100–112. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejmeb.2026.3(2).07
- Hossain, M. Z., & Faraque, M. O. (2026). Service marketing strategies for promoting CSR initiatives and enhancing corporate reputation. European Journal of Management, Economics and Business, 3(1), 242–253. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejmeb.2026.3(1).20
- Hossain, M. Z., & Faraque, M. O. (2026). The impact of AI-powered customer service on customer loyalty. European Journal of Applied Science, Engineering and Technology, 4(1), 139–150. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejaset.2026.4(1).08
- Hossain, M. Z., Akter, S., & Hoque, W. A. (2026). Internal Control Systems and Financial Fraud Prevention in SMEs: A Component-Level Analysis. European Journal of Innovative Studies and Sustainability, 2(3), 49-60. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejiss.2026.2(3).05
- Hossain, M. Z., Uddin, S. N., & Akter, S. (2026). The Influence of Social Media Influencers on Gen-Z Buying Behavior. European Journal of Management, Economics and Business, 3(3), 155-166. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejmeb.2026.3(3).11
- Hossain, M. Z., & Rafat, S. O. G. (2026). Artificial intelligence–driven talent management in higher education: Ethical, strategic, and socio-technical perspectives. Journal of Artificial Intelligence and Technology Development, 2(2), 33–45. https://doi.org/10.59324/jaitd.2026.2(2).03
- Hossain, M. Z., & Tazin, F. (2026). Do consumers trust corporate social responsibility? The differential effects of authentic and performative CSR on consumer trust. European Journal of Management, Economics and Business, 3(2), 74–85. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejmeb.2026.3(2).05
- Hossain, M. Z., & Tazin, F. (2026). The influence of product quality, customer satisfaction, and brand trust on brand loyalty. European Journal of Science and Modern Technologies, 2(2), 29–40. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejsmt.2026.2(2).03
- Hossain, M. Z., Enam, F., & Tazin, F. (2026). Relationship marketing strategies and customer retention in service organizations. European Journal of Management, Economics and Business, 3(1), 85–99. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejmeb.2026.3(1).07
- Hossain, M. Z., Enam, F., & Tazin, F. (2026). The effectiveness of loyalty programs in shaping long-term customer retention. European Journal of Science and Modern Technologies, 2(1), 111–123. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejsmt.2026.2(1).08
- Hossain, M. Z., Johora, F. T., & Al Saif, A. (2026). How green finance regulations drive sustainable investment: Evidence from an emerging economy. European Journal of Innovative Studies and Sustainability, 2(2), 66–78. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejiss.2026.2(2).05
- Hossain, M. Z., Johora, F. T., & Saif, A. A. (2026). Impact of corporate governance on firm performance: Evidence from the Dhaka Stock Exchange. European Journal of Management, Economics and Business, 3(2), 113–125. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejmeb.2026.3(2).08
- Hossain, M. Z., Rashed, M. J. R., Hredoy, A. I., & Tazin, F. (2026). Evaluating the impact of board diversity on corporate ethical behavior and transparency. European Journal of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, 3(1), 23–31. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejahss.2026.3(1).03
- Hossain, M. Z., Rashed, M. J. R., Hredoy, A. I., & Tazin, F. (2026). Corporate governance quality and its influence on sustainability reporting accuracy. European Journal of Innovative Studies and Sustainability, 2(1), 79–92. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejiss.2026.2(1).04
- Hossain, M. Z., Sohana, F., Purnima, F. H., & Salehin, A. (2026). Organizational culture and employee engagement in the RMG (garments) industry of Bangladesh. European Journal of Management, Economics and Business, 3(1), 125–136. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejmeb.2026.3(1).10
- Hossain, M. Z., Tazin, F., & Purnima, F. H. (2026). CSR communication on social media: Effects on brand image and customer engagement. European Journal of Management, Economics and Business, 3(1), 137–151. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejmeb.2026.3(1).11
- Hossain, M. Z., Urme, U. N., & Akash, M. A. U. H. (2026). HR analytics and financial performance: A quantitative study of capability, integration, and data-driven decision making. European Journal of Management, Economics and Business, 3(2), 86–99. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejmeb.2026.3(2).06
- Hossain, M. Z., Urme, U. N., & Akash, M. A. U. H. (2026). When ESG pays off: Linking environmental performance and HRM practices to financial outcomes. European Journal of Innovative Studies and Sustainability, 2(2), 28–43. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejiss.2026.2(2).03
- Johora, F. T., & Hossain, M. Z. (2026). Integrating sustainability into accounting and auditing practices: A framework for future reporting standards. European Journal of Innovative Studies and Sustainability, 2(1), 106–116. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejiss.2026.2(1).06
- Sohana, F., & Hossain, M. Z. (2026). Determinants of customer perception toward green banking: A sustainability-oriented assessment in Bangladesh. European Journal of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, 3(2), 233–243. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejahss.2026.3(2).15
- Hossain, M. Z. (2025). Adoption of Cloud Accounting Systems in SMEs. Journal of SUB, 15(1), 1 10. https://doi.org/10.63773/tsc9wd50
- Hossain, M. Z., & Arefin, T. (2025). Bridging the skills gap: Examining factors influencing graduate employability in Bangladesh. European Journal of Contemporary Education and E-Learning, 3(2), 55–74. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejceel.2025.3(2).07
- Hossain, M. Z., Akter, N., Hasan, L., Bepari, M., & Sultana, S. (2025). Artificial intelligence and machine learning in crisis communication: A management information system perspective. European Journal of Innovative Studies and Sustainability, 1(3), 149–163. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejiss.2025.1(3).12
- Hossain, M. Z., Arefin, T., & Urme, U. N. (2025). The financial impact of strategic HRM practices: Linking employee investments to organizational performance. European Journal of Management, Economics and Business, 2(2), 25–39. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejmeb.2025.2(2).02
- Hossain, M. Z., Hossain, S., & Urme, U. N. (2025). The impact of greenwashing on consumer trust and brand loyalty: The moderating role of industry type. European Journal of Innovative Studies and Sustainability, 1(3), 121–133. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejiss.2025.1(3).10
- Hossain, M. Z., Hredoy, A. I., & Rashed, M. J. R. (2025). The power of crowdfunding in SMEs: Driving innovation, engaging stakeholders, and validating market demand. European Journal dof Applied Science and Engineering Technology, 3(5), 228–240. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejaset.2025.3(5).19
- Hossain, M. Z., Purnima, F. H., & Sohana, F. (2025). A cost-benefit analysis of sustainable human resource management practices: Evaluating the impact on HRM effectiveness and organizational performance. European Journal of Management, Economics and Business, 2(3), 49–63. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejmeb.2025.2(3).05
- Hossain, M. Z., Sohana, F., & Purnima, F. H. (2025). Sustainable income: A key metric for long-term financial stability and reporting. Scientia. Technology, Science and Society, 2(4), 99–114. https://doi.org/10.59324/stss.2025.2(4).08
- Hossain, M. Z., Sohana, F., Purnima, F. H., & Jui, N. J. (2025). Exploring the impact of workforce well-being and HRM practices on financial performance within the framework of ESG accounting. European Journal of Management, Economics and Business, 2(3), 186–200. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejmeb.2025.2(3).14
- Hossain, M. Z., Urme, U. N., & Hossain, S. (2025). Corporate governance in action: How DHL integrates accountability and corporate social responsibility for sustainable growth. Scientia. Technology, Science and Society, 2(2), 36–50. https://doi.org/10.59324/stss.2025.2(2).03
- Hossain, M.Z., Hasan, L., Akter, N., Sultana, S., & Bepari, M. (2025). Next-generation supply chain management: The role of artificial intelligence and blockchain in revolutionizing procurement. European Journal of Innovative Studies and Sustainability, 1(3), 134-148. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejiss.2025.1(3).11
- Hossain, M.Z., Hasan, L., Kumu, R.A., Bepari, M., & Sultana, S. (2025). The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Taxation and Compliance: Challenges and Future Prospects. European Journal of Science and Modern Technologies, 1(6), 73-85. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejsmt.2025.1(6).08
- Hossain, M.Z., Hredoy, A.I., & Rashed, M.J.R. (2025). Forensic Accounting in the Digital Age: Utilizing AI, Blockchain, and Data Analytics in Financial Crime Investigations. European Journal of Science and Modern Technologies, 1(5), 90-102. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejsmt.2025.1(5).09
- Hossain, M.Z., Hredoy, A.I., & Rashed, M.J.R. (2025). Forensic Auditing and ESG Compliance: Detecting Fraud and Enhancing Transparency in Corporate Reporting. European Journal of Management, Economics and Business, 2(6), 108-123. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejmeb.2025.2(6).08
- Hossain, M.Z., Hredoy, A.I., & Rashed, M.J.R. (2025). Green Accounting: Evaluating the Economic and Environmental Impacts in Emerging Markets. European Journal of Management, Economics and Business, 2(6), 135-152. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejmeb.2025.2(6).10
- Hossain, M.Z., Kumu, R.A., Bepari, M., & Sultana, S. (2025). Bridging Quality and Digital Transformation: Integrating TQM Principles with Industry 4.0 Technologies. European Journal of Science and Modern Technologies, 1(6), 116-129. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejsmt.2025.1(6).11
- Hossain, M.Z., Kumu, R.A., Sultana, S., & Bepari, M. (2025). The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Enhancing Accounting Information Systems: A Case Study Approach. European Journal of Science and Modern Technologies, 1(6), 130-141. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejsmt.2025.1(6).12
- Hossain, M.Z., Rashed, M.J.R., & Hredoy, A.I. (2025). Corporate Governance and Financial Reporting Quality: Mediating Roles of Internal Controls, Ethics, and Regulatory Compliance. European Journal of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, 2(6), 67-80. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejahss.2025.2(6).08
- Hossain, M.Z., Rashed, M.J.R., & Hredoy, A.I. (2025). Greenwashing in Corporate Sustainability: Implications for Financial Reporting and Accounting Practices. European Journal of Innovative Studies and Sustainability, 1(6), 45-57. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejiss.2025.1(6).05
- Hossain, M.Z., Rashed, M.J.R., Hredoy, A.I., & Rafat, S.O.G. (2025). The Influence of Financial Transparency on Consumer Trust in Green Marketing: Mitigating Greenwashing. Scientia. Technology, Science and Society, 2(11), 220-233. https://doi.org/10.59324/stss.2025.2(11).17
- Hossain, M.Z., Sohana, F., Purnima, F.H., & Tasnim, S. (2025). Corporate Sustainability: How HRM and Accounting Collaborate to Drive Green Finance and Employee Engagement Initiatives. European Journal of Innovative Studies and Sustainability, 1(3), 107-120. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejiss.2025.1(3).09
- Hasan, L., Hasan, M. H., Hossain, M. Z., Hossain, B., Bepari, M., & Hassan, M. M. (2024). Examining the impact of artificial intelligence on decision-making and customer relationship management in management information systems: A qualitative study. Library Progress International, 44(5), 679–698. https://bpasjournals.com/library-science/index.php/journal/article/view/4018
- Hasan, L., Hossain, M. Z., Johora, F. T., & Hasan, M. H. (2024). Cybersecurity in accounting: Protecting financial data in the digital age. European Journal of Applied Science and Engineering Technology, 2(6), 64–80. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejaset.2024.2(6).06
- Hasan, M. H., Hossain, M. Z., Hasan, L., & Dewan, M. A. (2024). FinTech and sustainable finance: How is FinTech shaping the future of sustainable finance? European Journal of Management, Economics and Business, 1(3), 100–115. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejmeb.2024.1(3).09
- Hossain, M. Z., & Hasan, L. (2024). Sustainable cost management and green business: The role of managerial accounting innovations. European Modern Studies Journal, 8(4), 464–484. https://doi.org/10.59573/emsj.8(4).2024.24
- Hossain, M. Z., & Kibria, H. (2024). Exploring corporate responsibility: Insights from sustainable reporting disclosures. American Journal of Industrial and Business Management, 14, 695–711. https://doi.org/10.4236/ajibm.2024.145036
- Hossain, M. Z., Hasan, L., Dewan, M. A., & Monira, N. A. (2024). The impact of artificial intelligence on project management efficiency. International Journal of Management Information Systems and Data Science, 1(5), 1–17. https://doi.org/10.62304/ijmisds.v1i05.211
- Hossain, M. Z., Islam, H., & Purnima, F. H. (2024). The flexibility paradox: Does remote work improve or blur work-life balance? European Journal of Management, Economics and Business, 1(2), 41–55. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejmeb.2024.1(2).05
- Hossain, M. Z., Johora, F. T., Raja, M. R., & Hasan, L. (2024). Transformative impact of artificial intelligence and blockchain on the accounting profession. European Journal of Theoretical and Applied Sciences, 2(6), 144–159. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejtas.2024.2(6).11
- Hossain, M. Z., Raja, M. R., & Hasan, L. (2024). Developing predictive models for detecting financial statement fraud: A machine learning approach. European Journal of Theoretical and Applied Sciences, 2(6), 271–290. https://doi.org/10.59324/ejtas.2024.2(6).22
- Hossain, M., & Kibria, H. (2024). Exploring the evolution of brand loyalty in the age of social media. Journal of Service Science and Management, 17, 219–247. https://doi.org/10.4236/jssm.2024.173011
- Hossain, M., Hasan, L., & Hasan, M. (2024). Corporate governance as a global phenomenon: Evolution, theoretical foundations, and practical implications. Journal of Financial Risk Management, 13, 342–375. https://doi.org/10.4236/jfrm.2024.132017
- Hossain, M., Kibria, H., & Johora, F. (2024). Ethical challenges in forensic accounting: Balancing professional responsibility and legal obligations. Open Journal of Accounting, 13, 57–73. https://doi.org/10.4236/ojacct.2024.133005
- Hossain, M. Z., & Urme, U. N. (2022). Impact of incentive programs on organizational growth: A case study. ABC Research Alert, 10(1), 17–30. https://doi.org/10.18034/ra.v10i1.600
- Hasan, M. R., Deng, S., Sultana, N., & Hossain, M. Z. (2021). The applicability of blockchain technology in healthcare contexts to contain COVID-19 challenges. Library Hi Tech, 39(3), 814–833. https://doi.org/10.1108/LHT-02-2021-0071
- Hasan, M. R., Shiming, D., Islam, M. A., & Hossain, M. Z. (2020). Operational efficiency effects of blockchain technology implementation in firms: Evidence from China. Review of International Business and Strategy, 30(2), 163–181. https://doi.org/10.1108/RIBS-05-2019-0069
- Hossain, M. Z., & Zaman, S. (2019). Statistical process control (SPC) as a tool for measuring customer dissatisfaction level and service process improvement. Global Journal of Management and Business Research, 19(3), 29–36. https://journalofbusiness.org/index.php/GJMBR/article/view/2708/4-Statistical-Process-Control_html
- Hossain, M. Z. (2019). Can auditing prevent future global financial crises? What have we learned from the global financial crisis? Global Journal of Management and Business Research - Auditing and Accounting, 19(2), 25–31. https://journalofbusiness.org/index.php/GJMBR/article/view/2734
- Hossain, M. Z. (2017). Building sustainable relationships through customer support service in the telecommunication industry. Global Journal of Management and Business Research, 17(2), 43–55. https://journalofbusiness.org/index.php/GJMBR/article/view/2319
- Hossain, M. Z. (2017). Investigating possibilities and threats in performing an audit of internal control systems - An empirical study on KPMG Company. Imperial Journal of Interdisciplinary Research (IJIR), 3(2). 1031-1039 https://www.researchgate.net/publication/315552465_Investigating_Possibilities_and_Threats_in_Performing_an_Audit_of_Internal_Control_Systems-An_Empirical_Study_on_KPMG_Company
- Hossain, M. Z., Enam, F., & Farhana, S. (2017). Service blueprint: A tool for enhancing service quality in the restaurant business. American Journal of Industrial and Business Management, 7, 919–926. https://doi.org/10.4236/ajibm.2017.77065
- Hossain, M. Z., Enam, F., & Hasan, M. R. (2017). The role of corporate governance and corporate social responsibility practices in organizational excellence: The case of Grameen Bank. Open Journal of Business and Management, 5, 119–130. https://doi.org/10.4236/ojbm.2017.51011
- Hossain, M. Z., Kibria, H., & Farhana, S. (2017). Do customer loyalty programs really work in the airline business? A study on Air Berlin. Journal of Service Science and Management, 10, 360–375. https://doi.org/10.4236/jssm.2017.104029
- Hossain, M. Z., Tasnim, M., & Enam, F. (2017). The art of designing and producing product for facing global challenges: A study on Toyota production system. International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications (IJSRP), 7(1). 299-309 https://www.ijsrp.org/research-paper-0117/ijsrp-p6150.pdf
- Hossain, M. Z., Tasnim, M., & Hasan, M. R. (2017). Is quality ensuring competitive advantages in auto manufacturing industries? A study of Volvo Group. American Journal of Industrial and Business Management, 7, 48–68. https://doi.org/10.4236/ajibm.2017.71005
- Tasnim, M., Hossain, M. Z., & Enam, F. (2017). Work-life balance: Reality check for the working women of Bangladesh. Journal of Human Resource and Sustainability Studies, 5, 75–86. https://doi.org/10.4236/jhrss.2017.51008
- Active peer reviewer for Scopus- and Web of Science-indexed journals
- Reviewer, The Bottom Line, Emerald Publishing, Q1
- Reviewer, Discover Informatics, Springer Nature, Quartile not yet available
- Reviewer, SN Business & Economics, Springer Nature, Q3
- Reviewer, Discover Global Society, Springer Nature, Q2
- Reviewer, Discover Sustainability, Springer Nature, Q1
- Reviewer, Humanities and Social Sciences Communications, Springer Nature, Q1
- Reviewer, Future Business Journal, Springer Nature, Q2
- Reviewer, Cogent Business & Management, Taylor & Francis, Q2
- Reviewer, Connection Science, Taylor & Francis, Q2
- Reviewer, Journal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering, Taylor & Francis, Q1
- Reviewer, Applied Economics Letters, Taylor & Francis / Routledge, Q3
- Reviewer, Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, Wiley, Q1
- Reviewer, Industry and Higher Education, SAGE Publications, Q1
- Reviewer, International Journal of Innovation Studies, KeAi Publishing, Q1
- Reviewer, Oxford Intersections, Oxford University Press, Quartile not applicable
- Reviewer, F1000Research, F1000, Q1
- Verified reviewer profile on Web of Science: https://www.webofscience.com/wos/author/record/NNG-9668-2025
- Verified reviewer profile on Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=vXo1itsAAAAJ&hl=en&authuser=2
- Currently serving as MBA Program Coordinator, joined on 1st January 2013 in the Department of Business Studies, State University of Bangladesh (SUB). Besides I was involved in Coordinating BBA program as a program Coordinator (2014-2015) and SUB Sports as a Coordinator (2016-2017)
- Served Center for Business Research, Deakin University, Australia from 4th January to 25th February, 2005 as a Research Assistant in the "Impact Assessment of ASA Micro-finance Programs" project. I was particularly involved in Conduct interview with NGO clients. Maintain co-ordination with the NGOs' district and branch offices. Organize interview schedule and Compilation and encoding data
- Served TMSS, a national NGO, as an Assistant Director from 2nd July 2003 to 31st December 2004 in the Department of Research, Evaluation, and Monitoring.