Dr. Zaroug Osman Mohamed Bilal | Accounting | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Zaroug Osman Mohamed Bilal | Accounting | Dhofar University | Oman

Dr. Zaroug Osman Bilal is a distinguished male academic in the Department of Accounting at the College of Commerce & Business Administration, Dhofar University, recognized for his extensive expertise in Accounting and Finance and a strong record of scholarly excellence. He completed his Ph.D. in Accounting and Finance from the University of Gezira after earning both his M.Sc. and B.Sc. with honors in the same discipline, strengthening his foundational and advanced knowledge in financial systems, corporate reporting, and auditing practices. His professional experience spans long-term service as Associate Professor at Dhofar University, prior Assistant Professor roles at Sohar University and the University of Gezira, and earlier lecturing positions, reflecting a solid academic presence across reputable institutions in Oman and Sudan. Throughout his career, Dr. Zaroug Osman Bilal has built a diverse research portfolio with contributions to areas such as financial performance, internal auditing, SME development, Islamic banking adoption, liquidity management, auditor integrity, sustainability dimensions, and corporate governance. His research skills include quantitative analysis, financial modeling, survey-based research, econometric evaluation, audit quality assessment, and cross-country comparative financial studies, supported by more than thirty peer-reviewed publications, including over twenty indexed in Scopus and several highly cited works in internationally reputed journals. He has also authored book chapters, participated in research-oriented training programs, and contributed to several community-based academic initiatives. His academic leadership includes serving as Chairperson of the Accounting Department, participating in advisory boards, membership in college councils, and contributing to examination and entrepreneurship committees. Dr. Zaroug Osman Bilal has actively engaged in seminars, workshops, and academic development programs, strengthening his influence within the professional accounting community.