Mr . Prince Hikouatcha - Finance and Management - Best Resaercher Award
University of Dschang | Cameroon
Author Profile
Early Academic Pursuits
Education
His born on September 7, 1987, commenced his academic journey with a strong inclination towards finance and management. His educational milestones include:
Bachelor of Science in Management from the Faculty of Economics and Management at the University of Dschang (2007-2010)Master of Sciences in Management Sciences, Finance option, from the same institution (2010-2013).Completion of secondary education with a "Baccalauréat D" from the "Lycée de Mbouda Rural" in 2006-2007.Culminated his academic pursuit with a PhD in Management Sciences, Finance option, from the Faculty of Economics and Management at the University of Dschang on January 19, 2017.
Professional Endeavors
As a Researcher at the Faculty of Economic and Management, University of he(Cameroon), he has ventured into various domains, focusing primarily on African stock markets, empirical finance, digital finance, financial literacy, and cryptocurrencies.
Contributions and Research Focus in Finance and Management
Research Activities
His scholarly pursuits have been instrumental in advancing the understanding of finance-related subjects. Noteworthy contributions include:
PhD thesis titled "Microstructure and assets pricing in emerging stock markets: a study in Sub-Saharan Africa," supervised by Professor KAMDEM David. Master's thesis exploring "The place of liquidity in the Assets Pricing on emerging markets," also under the guidance of Professor KAMDEM David.
Published Articles
His research findings have been disseminated through various published articles, shedding light on critical issues such as the Fintech and financial literacy nexus, nonstandard asset pricing amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, and the analysis of biofuel policies' ripple effects on global consumer responses.
Accolades and Recognition
His scholarly contributions have garnered recognition within the academic community. His publications in esteemed journals such as the African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development and Energy Economics signify his impact in the field of finance and economics.
Impact and Influence
Research Visits
Further enhancing his academic pursuits, his undertook research visits to institutions like ESSEC Business School in Paris, France. These visits facilitated collaborative efforts and knowledge exchange, thereby broadening his academic horizons.
Legacy and Future Contributions
His dedication to scholarship and his significant contributions to the understanding of finance-related phenomena underscore his potential to leave a lasting impact on the academic landscape. With a robust foundation in research and a penchant for exploring emerging trends in finance, he is poised to continue making valuable contributions to his field in the future.
Notable Publications
- Empirical investigation of the Fintech and financial literacy nexus: Small business managers’ insights in Cameroon
- Biofuel policies and their ripple effects: An analysis of vegetable oil price dynamics and global consumer responses
- Microstructure and asset pricing: An insight on African frontier stock markets
- Determinants of adoption of electronic payment by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Cameroon