Dr Ariful Islam

Dr Ariful Islam

  • Lecturer
Department of Management
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SDGs Focus
Decent Work and Economic Growth
Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Responsible Consumption and Production
Partnership for the Goals

Biography

Dr. Ariful Islam is a visionary researcher skilled in mixed methods, distinguished for his contributions to Entrepreneurship. His expertise lies in responsible innovation and sustainable business growth, where he constantly seeks fresh perspectives to empower entrepreneurs. Proficient in quantitative and qualitative methodologies, he applies his analytical prowess to address dynamic market challenges. Arif’s research, published in esteemed journals indexed by ABDC, ABS, WoS, Scopus, INSPEC, and ERA, reflects his commitment to driving positive change. As an educator, he bridges theoretical knowledge with practical applications, delivering engaging lectures on entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainability. Arif's diverse industry experience enriches his ability to foster students' entrepreneurial mindset and high-order thinking.

Academic & Professional Qualifications

  • Postgraduate Diploma (Level 7) on Strategic Management and Leadership Practices, Chartered Management Institute (CMI) (2016)

Research Interests

  • Small Business
  • Sustainable Growth
  • Responsible Innovation
  • Corporate Spirituality

Teaching Areas

  • Entrepreneurship
  • Innovation
  • Research Methodology

Courses Taught

  • Introduction to Business Research Methods
  • Research Design and Proposal Writing
  • Academic Writing and Publishing Strategies
  • Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship

Notable Publications

1.    Islam, A., Wahab, S.A., Maideen, M.B.H. and Hossain, M.I. (2024) ‘Innovation in a post-pandemic environment: leveraging the power of strategic wisdom’, Int. J. Management Concepts and Philosophy, 17(2), 161–186.
2.    Islam, A., & Abd Wahab, S. (Online Version). Ambidextrous innovation from a holistic perspective: leveraging into sustainable competitive advantage of SMEs. International Journal of Business Innovation and Research. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJBIR.2023.10054610 [Early Cite]
3.    Islam, A., Anum, K., Wahab, S. A., & Latif, A. S. A. (Online Version). Systemising a holistic growth model of SMEs in the United Arab Emirates: the synthesis between Quadruple Helix and Quadruple Bottom Line. International Journal of Business Innovation and Research. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJBIR.2023.10054919 [Early Cite]
4.    Mansoor, A., Wahab, S. A., Jahan, S., & Islam, A. (2022). Boosting Employees’ Performance through the Affective Commitment and Transformational Leadership: The Role of Employee Engagement as a Mediator. Vision, 09722629221130847. https://doi.org/10.1177/097226292211308 [Early Cite] 
5.    Islam, A., Wahab, S. A., & Abdul Latiff, A. S. (2023). Can small and medium businesses endure the COVID-19 crisis through strategic philanthropy?. Management Matters, 20(1), 16-35.
6.    Islam, A., & Wahab, S. A. (2022). The concerns associated with future prospects of the food cart business in Chittagong, Bangladesh: is the concept of halalan tayyiba missing link?. Rajagiri Management Journal, 16(1), 21-35.
7.    Islam, A., Maideen, M. B. H., Abd Wahab, S., binti Ya’akub, N. I., & Latif, A. S. A. (2022). Conceptualizing the smart holistic growth paradigm for small and medium businesses: an integrative perspective. Journal of Entrepreneurship, Business and Economics, 10(1), 212-264.
8.    Islam, A., Wahab, S.A. and Latiff, A.S.A. (2022): Annexing a Smart Sustainable Business Growth Model for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). World Journal of Entrepreneurship, Management and Sustainable Development, Vol. 18, No. 2, pp. 185–209.
9.    Islam, A., Zawawi, N.F.M. and Wahab, S.A. (2021), "Rethinking survival, renewal, and growth strategies of SMEs in Bangladesh: the role of spiritual leadership in crisis situation", PSU Research Review, Vol. ahead-of-print No. ahead-of-print. https://doi.org/10.1108/PRR-02-2021-0010.
10.    Islam, A., & Wahab, S. A. (2021). The intervention of strategic innovation practices in between regulations and sustainable business growth: a holistic perspective for Malaysian SMEs. World Journal of Entrepreneurship, Management and Sustainable Development, 17(3), 396-421.
 

Achievements & Accolades

  1. Research work included in the WHO COVID-19 Research Database exemplify a steadfast dedication to social responsibility (link-https://search.bvsalud.org/global-literature-on-novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov/resource/en/covidwho-2213106)
  2. Secured internal grant of PBS RMC (PBS/RMC-PL/IG/2021)
  3. The Research Interest Score (RIS) is higher than 99% of ResearchGate members who first published in 2018 (Top 1%).
  4. Achieved an MBA with distinction, reflecting exceptional academic performance and commitment to excellence.
     

Projects:

  1. Building a Sustainable Business Growth Model for SMEs in Malaysia: The Quadruple-Helix Perspective
  2. Promoting Sustainable Development in the Bangladesh Ready-Made Garment (RMG) Industry through Sustainable Behaviour Initiatives