Assoc Prof Dr. Mohd Hizam Hanafiah: Entrepreneurship and Management
🎓 Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohd Hizam Hanafiah is a distinguished academic and accomplished entrepreneur with a rich educational background. He earned his Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship from the University of Essex, UK, and holds an MBA from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. Dr. Hanafiah has continuously expanded his expertise, completing programs like the Executive Certificate in Advanced Business and Entrepreneurship Management at UUM and a Certificate in Business Coaching from the University of Malaya.
🏫 Currently serving as an Associate Fellow at the Accounting Research Institute, UiTM, and a Visiting Professor at Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur, he has made significant contributions to academia. As an Associate Professor at UKM, he specializes in Economics and Management, while his international exposure includes a stint as a Visiting Scholar at The Wharton Business School, University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Hanafiah’s dynamic career blends teaching, research, and practical experience, showcasing his commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering entrepreneurship.
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Education:
🎓 Driven by a passion for business and entrepreneurship, Dr. Mohd Hizam Hanafiah has curated an impressive academic journey. He honed his skills with an Executive Certificate in Advanced Business and Entrepreneurship Management from UUM in 2013, paving the way for a transformative Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship at the University of Essex from 2006 to 2012. 🌍 His global perspective expanded with a Certificate in Business Coaching from the University of Malaya in 2005. 📚 A solid foundation was laid with an MBA from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia in 1998, following a Bachelor of Business Administration (H) at Universiti Utara Malaysia from 1992 to 1996. 🏆 Dr. Hanafiah’s academic journey reflects a commitment to excellence and a diverse skill set.
Experience:
🌟 Dr. Mohd Hizam Hanafiah, a seasoned academic and versatile professional, currently serves as an Associate Fellow at the Accounting Research Institute, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) until Feb 2025. 📚 His impactful contributions extend to being a Visiting Professor at Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur (IUKL) until April 2024, and an Associate Senior Fellow at the Institute of Islam Hadhari, UKM until Dec 2023. 🌍 Dr. Hanafiah’s international exposure includes a Visiting Scholar role at The Wharton Business School, University of Pennsylvania. 🏫 With a rich history at UKM, his roles range from Senior Lecturer to his current position as an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Economics and Management. 🚀
Research Interest:
🚀 Dr. Mohd Hizam Hanafiah’s research interests orbit the dynamic realms of entrepreneurship, franchising, and strategic management, with a focus on small and medium enterprises (SMEs). 🌐 His passion lies in unraveling the intricacies of entrepreneurial ecosystems, exploring the strategic intricacies of franchise models, and delving into effective management approaches for SMEs. 📈 With a keen eye on innovation and sustainable growth, he navigates the entrepreneurial landscape to unearth valuable insights that contribute to the success and resilience of small businesses. Dr. Hanafiah’s commitment to these areas reflects a dedication to fostering a vibrant and robust entrepreneurial landscape. 🌱
Publication Top Note:
- Industry 4.0 Readiness Models: A Systematic Literature Review of Model Dimensions
- Authors: M Hizam-Hanafiah, MA Soomro, NL Abdullah
- Year: 2020
- Citation: 📚 Information, 11(7), 364.
- Influence of Perceived Benefits and Traceability System on the Readiness for Halal Assurance System Implementation among Food Manufacturers
- Authors: A Abd Rahman, HB Singhry, MH Hanafiah, M Abdul
- Year: 2017
- Citation: 🍲 Food Control, 73, 1318-1326.
- Prinsip Keusahawanan
- Authors: AZ Yusof, Z Yusof
- Year: 2004
- Citation: 📘 Pearson Malaysia Sdn. Bhd., 81.
- The Situation of Technology Companies in Industry 4.0 and the Open Innovation
- Authors: M Hizam-Hanafiah, MA Soomro
- Year: 2021
- Citation: 🌐 Journal of Open Innovation, 7(1), 34.
- Commitment to Organization versus Commitment to Profession: Conflict or Compatibility
- Authors: NMA Rahman, MH Hanafiah
- Year: 2002
- Citation: 🔗 Jurnal Pengurusan, 21, 77-94.
- Developing Creative Teaching Module: Business Simulation in Teaching Strategic Management
- Authors: NL Abdullah, MH Hanafiah, NA Hashim
- Year: 2013
- Citation: 🎓 International Education Studies, 6(6), 95-107.
- Taxpayers Compliance Behaviour: Economic Factors Approach
- Authors: MR Palil, MA Hamid, MH Hanafiah
- Year: 2013
- Citation: 💼 Jurnal Pengurusan, 38.
- Digital Readiness Models: A Systematic Literature Review
- Authors: MA Soomro, M Hizam-Hanafiah, NL Abdullah
- Year: 2020
- Citation: 💻 Compusoft, 9(3), 3596-3605.
- Psychological Capital: Key to Entrepreneurial Performance and Growth Intentions
- Authors: US Yousaf, MH Hanfiah, B Usman
- Year: 2015
- Citation: 🧠 International Research Journal of Social Sciences, 4(9), 39-45.
- The Influence of Psychological Capital on the Growth Intentions of Entrepreneurs: A Study on Malaysian SME Entrepreneurs
- Authors: M Hizam-Hanafiah, SU Yousaf, B Usman
- Year: 2017
- Citation: 📈 Business and Economic Horizons, 13(5), 556-569.