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Faculty Profile

Professor Abul Kalam
Professor Abul Kalam
Professor and Dean
PhD
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General Information

Prof. Abul Kalam is a distinguished academic and the current Professor and Dean of the School of Business at Presidency University, Bangladesh. With a robust educational background, he holds both BBA and MBA degrees from the University of Dhaka, specializing in Accounting & Information Systems. He is presently pursuing a Ph.D. at Jagannath University, focusing his research on financial distress in Bangladesh's private commercial banking sector. Prof. Kalam's academic journey spans over 17 years, during which he has held various teaching and administrative positions at institutions such as Sonargaon University and Northern University Bangladesh.

An accomplished author and researcher, Prof. Kalam has co-authored textbooks like Accounting Principles and Management Accounting, catering to both undergraduate and graduate students. His scholarly contributions encompass a wide array of topics, including corporate social responsibility, stock market dynamics, and the economic impacts of COVID-19, with publications featured in esteemed journals like the IOSR Journal of Business and Management and the Journal of Sustainable Tourism and Entrepreneurship. Renowned for his engaging teaching style that seamlessly integrates real-world experiences, Prof. Kalam is deeply committed to fostering participatory and enjoyable learning environments.

Education
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) [Ongoing] — Jagannath University, Dept. of Accounting & Information Systems
    Research Title: Financial Distress in Banking Industry: A Study on Listed Private Commercial Banks in Bangladesh
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) — University of Dhaka, Dept. of Accounting & Information Systems
  • Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) — University of Dhaka, Dept. of Accounting & Information Systems
Experience
Position Institution Duration
Professor Presidency University 25-09-2023 to till date
Professor Sonargaon University 13-03-2022 to 24-09-2023
Associate Professor Sonargaon University 28-10-2017 to 12-03-2022
Assistant Professor Sonargaon University 10-09-2013 to 27-10-2017
Sr. Lecturer Northern University Bangladesh 01-03-2011 to 09-09-2013
Lecturer Northern University Bangladesh 15-11-2007 to 28-02-2011
Lecturer Institute of Science, Trade & Technology (ISTT) 01-07-2006 to 14-11-2007
Publications
  1. Rahman, A. M., Kalam, A. & Mukti, S. R. (2008). The potential uses of TVM concepts in Financial Mathematics — An Evaluation of Selected Organizations of Bangladesh. Journal of Business and Economic Review, 1(2), 115–134.
  2. Roy, M. L., Kalam, A. & Jahan, I. (2009). How far the time interval and number of observations have differential effect on Beta and Alpha calculation — An Empirical Test of DSE Market Observations. Journal of Business and Economic Review, 1(3), 67–85.
  3. Rana, M.M., Kalam, A. & Halimuzzaman, M. (2012). Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) of Dutch-Bangla Bank Limited: A Case Study. Bangladesh Research Publications Journal, 7(3), 241–247.
  4. Kalam, A., Hossain, M.Z. & Rana, M.M. (2013). Performance Evaluation of Selected Commercial Banks in Bangladesh. The Islamic University Studies, 10(1), 81–98.
  5. Kalam, A. (2016). Corporate Social Responsibility and Its Impacts on Corporate Profitability: Some Evidences from Selected Commercial Banks in Bangladesh. Sonargaon University Journal, 1(1), 60–71.
  6. Kalam, A. (2016). Critical Aspects of Organizational Management Change: Bangladesh Perspective. Journal of Business and Economic Review, 2(1), 129–142.
  7. Kalam, A., Molla, A. M. & Haque, M. M. (2016). Effect of Macro Economic Variables on Stock Market Returns — Bangladesh Experience. Sonargaon University Journal, 1(2).
  8. Sultana, S. M., Kalam, A. & Begum, H. (2017). Factors Influencing the Trading Behavior of Investors in Capital Market: An Empirical Study on Dhaka Stock Exchange, Bangladesh. IOSR Journal of Business and Management, 19(1), 01–06.
  9. Rana, M. & Kalam, A. (2021). Impact of Accounting Practices in Institutional Borrowing of SME Organizations: A Bangladesh Perspective. IOSR Journal of Business and Management, 23(9 Ser. II), 21–27.
  10. Hawladwe, R., Rana, M. & Kalam, A. (2022). Consideration of Workers' Opinion in Decision Making Process in the RMG Sector: Evidence from Bangladesh. Journal of Sustainable Tourism and Entrepreneurship. (Accepted)
  11. Rana, M., Kalam, A. & Mahmud, T. (2022). Impact of COVID-19 on Agro-Economic Development of Bangladesh: A Study on Agro-Industry. Sonargaon University Journal. (Accepted)
  12. Kalam, A., Rana, M., Haque, A. & Biswas, R. (2022). Impact of COVID-19 on Commercial Banking Performance in Bangladesh: An Application of Bankometer Model. (Accepted)
  13. Hawlader, M. R., Rana, M. M., Kalam, A., & Polas, M. R. H. (2023). Empowering workers' involvement: Unveiling the dynamics of communication, recognition, productivity, and decision-making in the RMG sector. Journal of Sustainable Tourism and Entrepreneurship, 3(3), 175–195.
  14. Sharmin, S. and Kalam, A. (2024). Factors Contributing to Delay and Cost Overrun in Infrastructure Projects. The Cost and Management, 52(4), 15–26.
Books
  1. Jewel, M. H. and Kalam, A. (2017). Accounting Principles, 1st Edition. Seven Star Publication, Banglabazar, Dhaka. (Undergraduate & graduate level)
  2. Kalam, A., Molla, M. A., and Hussain, M.M. (2018). Management Accounting, 1st Edition. Seven Star Publication, Banglabazar, Dhaka. (Undergraduate & graduate level)
Research Interests

Financial Management, Banking, Corporate Governance, Financial Distress & Risk Management, Corporate Social Responsibility, Stock Market Behavior, Economic Impacts of COVID-19, Accounting Practices, Financial Reporting, Sustainable Business Strategies

Achievement, Awards & Grants

No awards listed.

Seminar & Conference
  • Seminar on "Higher Education in Bangladesh: Performance, Emerging Issues & Way Forward" — Dr. Mahmudul Alam, Professor of Economics
  • Seminar on "Continuous Improvement for Operational Excellence" — Mr. Muhammad Obaidul Gani, Operational Management Expert
  • Seminar on "Teaching Methodology" — National Professor M. R. Khan, organized by Advanced Welfare Foundation (May 1, 2011)
  • Seminar on "Day of the Week Effect: Evidence from Dhaka Stock Exchange under Six Days a Week Trading" — Mr. Lutfor Rahman, Asst. Professor, NUB (Jan 19, 2010)
  • Seminar on "Transparency and Accountability: Essential Elements of Governance" — Mr. M. Hafizuddin Khan, Former Advisor to Caretaker Government (May 28, 2011), NUB
  • Seminar on "The Rise of Muslim Ecological Paradigm in the Discourse of Environmental Governance" — Dr. M. Saidul Islam, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (July 16, 2011), NUB
  • Seminar on "Effective Teaching Method in Business Education" — Mr. Serajul Islam Bhuiyan, Auburn University, Montgomery (July 30, 2011), NUB
  • Seminar on "Electoral Democracy and Process of Free and Fair Elections in Bangladesh" — Dr. ATM Shamsul Huda, CEC of Bangladesh (Oct 15, 2011), NUB
  • 2nd Accounting Educators' Conference 2019 — ICMAB, Keynote: Md. Mahatabuddin Ahmed, CEO, Robi Axiata Limited (Dec 16, 2019)
  • Seminar on "The Future of Blue Economy in the Bay of Bengal" — Dr. Mehedi Masud, University of Malaya, organized by SU (Nov 26, 2022)
  • Seminar on "Entrepreneurship in 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR) Generation" — Dr. Mohammad Naveed Ahmed, MD, Miyako Appliance Ltd, organized by SU (Dec 6, 2022)
  • Seminar on "Health Awareness and Career Planning" — Razib Ahmed, Presidency University (Oct 23, 2024)
  • Seminar on "Cracking the Cases: Strategic Approaches to Business Case Analysis" — Prof. Abul Kalam, Presidency University (Sept 4, 2024)
  • Seminar on "Road to Internship" — Prof. Dr. Anwarul Kabir, Presidency University (July 3, 2024)
  • Seminar on "Annual Performance Agreement and Integrity" — Prof. Dr. Anwarul Kabir, Presidency University (May 16, 2024)
  • Seminar on "Business Ethics" — Prof. Dr. Anwarul Kabir, Presidency University (April 25, 2024)
  • Seminar on "Mastering the Art of Effective Communication: Strategies for Success" — Monsurul Aziz, Presidency University (March 27, 2024)
  • Seminar on "Generative AI in Virtual Reality" — Prof. Dr. Hakikur Rahman, Presidency University (March 21, 2024)
  • Seminar on "How to Think More Strategically" — Prof. Dr. Anwarul Kabir, Presidency University (May 3, 2024)
Training & Workshop
  • "Strategic Workshop" — Prof. G M Chowdhury, Director, IBA, DU, held at NUB (Nov 1, 2010)
  • Workshop on "Is There Any Best Method for Teaching University Students?" — Prof. Dr. M. Shamsul Haque, Vice Chancellor, NUB
  • Workshop on "Teaching Methodology" — Prof. Mostafa Kamal, organized by NUB (Dec 8, 2012)
  • Workshop on "Contemporary Accounting Research" — Prof. Dr. Ahsan Uddin, University of Dhaka (Dec 10–11, 2016)
  • Workshop on "Publishing in a High Impact Journal for Pursuing Higher Study Abroad" — Dr. Arafatur Rahman, University of Wolverhampton, UK, organized by SU (Sept 4, 2022)
  • Workshop on "Climate Change and Renewable Energy for Adaptation in Bangladesh" — Mr. Md. Sagor Hossain, Dept. of Law, SU (Nov 27, 2022)
  • Workshop on "Outcome Based Education (OBE)" — Prof. Dr. Shahidul Islam Khan, IQAC, Presidency University (Aug 29, 2024)
  • Seminar on "Data Analytics Symposium" — Ms. Syeda Nawshad, Presidency University (May 26, 2024)
Others
Founder
  • Darul Quran Islamia Madrasha, Keranigonj, Dhaka
  • Garden City Ideal School and College, Keranigonj, Dhaka
  • Nirapod Pharma, Basila, Mohammadpur, Dhaka
Membership
  • Former Syndicate Member, Sonargaon University
  • Former Member, Academic Council, Sonargaon University
  • Former Member, Curriculum Committee, Sonargaon University
  • Former Member, Course Equivalence Committee, Sonargaon University
  • Former Member, Central Equivalence Committee, Sonargaon University
  • Former Member, Discipline Committee, Sonargaon University
  • Member, Dhaka University Accounting Alumni Association, Dept. of AIS
  • Member, Dhaka University Alumni Association
  • Syndicate Member, Presidency University
  • Member, Academic Council, Presidency University