Shoaib Aijaz

Research Associate

Islamabad

About

Shoaib Aijaz is an enthusiastic and dedicated economist with a deep passion for understanding the complexities of economics and finance. He completed his Master of Philosophy in Economics and Finance at the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE), where he now works as a Research Associate. Over the past six years, Shoaib has gained extensive experience in research, focusing on topics like domestic commerce, export behaviors, inflation, and regulatory reforms. His work has been featured in more than 15 publications, including policy articles and newspaper pieces, contributing to meaningful discussions on Pakistan's economic landscape. Beyond academia, Shoaib has been actively involved in policy-driven research, working with institutions like PIDE and the Board of Investment. This hands-on experience has given him valuable insights into the struggles and opportunities faced by businesses in Pakistan, particularly exporters. His work continues to fuel his passion for finding innovative solutions to economic challenges. Shoaib's drive to advance economic research, combined with his practical experience in policy, makes him a well-rounded and forward-thinking researcher one who is eager to make a lasting impact in his field.

Education

Pakistan Institute of Development Economics

MPhil Economics and Finance, R&D and Innovation / May, 2024

Islamabad

Iqra University

Bachelors of Business Administration, Finance / August, 2021

Karachi

Experience

Whole Sale and Retail Business

Market Researcher and R&D Specialist / January, 2019 — January, 2021

Conducted comprehensive market research to identify industry trends, customer needs, and the competitive landscape. and Collaborated with product development teams to design and improve products based on market research findings.

Pakistan Institute of Development Economics

Research Assistant / January, 2022 — June, 2023

As a Research Assistant at PIDE (Jan 2022–Jun 2023), I contributed to policy-driven projects, including data collection, analysis, and reporting for the Reforms Evaluation, Domestic Commerce, Sludge Audit, and Inflation Behaviors projects. I also conducted surveys, interviews, and data analysis to inform policy on exporters' issues and played a key role in designing and cleaning data for the Panel Survey Project.

Pakistan Institute of Development Economics

Research Associate / June, 2023 — May, 2024

As a Research Associate at PIDE from June 2023 to May 2024, I contributed to two major projects. In the "Competitive Electricity Market: Impact of Wheeling on Power Sector and Economy" project, I analyzed how electricity tariff rates affected businesses and their export capabilities. In the "Willingness of Electricity Smart Meters" project, I conducted surveys and prepared cost-benefit analysis reports comparing the effectiveness and adoption of smart meters versus traditional manual meters.

Board of Investment

Research Associate / January, 2022 — June, 2024

As a Research Associate in the Reforms Team at the Board of Investment (BOI) from January 2022 to June 2024, I contributed to policy-making by analyzing both qualitative and quantitative data to draft comprehensive reports. My role involved collaborating with government bodies, conducting in-depth research, and supporting the development of policy reforms aimed at enhancing the investment landscape in Pakistan.

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