Faculty & Staff

Faculty introduction

Our distinguished faculty comprises industry leaders and academic experts committed to fostering an environment of innovation and excellence, guiding students to achieve their highest potential. Through personalized mentorship and a commitment to lifelong learning, they empower students to thrive in their chosen fields.

Dr. Ahmed Muneeb Mehta

Principal / Associate Professor

is the distinguished Principal of Hailey College of Banking and Finance. With an impressive academic portfolio that includes a Ph.D. in Business and Administration and MPhil in Commerce from Pakistan, as well as postdoctoral fellowships in Indonesia and Turkey, Dr. Mehta brings a wealth of global expertise to his role. His extensive experience and educational background equip him to lead the college with a forward-thinking approach, ensuring a robust and dynamic learning environment for students. Dr. Mehta’s commitment to academic excellence and innovation continues to shape the future of finance education at Hailey College.

Dr. Farah Naz Naqvi

Dr. Farah Naz Naqvi is a distinguished Assistant Professor and the senior-most faculty member at Hailey College of Banking and Finance, University of the Punjab. A pioneering faculty member since the college's founding, she holds a PhD in Business Administration with a focus on Banking, Finance, and Management. Her research provides deep insights into financial systems and strategic management.

Dr. Naqvi has held pivotal roles, including Incharge Principal, Academic and Sports Incharge, and convenor and member of various boards and committees. Her extensive banking experience and role as Additional Financial Director at the University of Education highlight her significant impact on academic, financial, and administrative matters, and beyond.

Mr. Asad Ejaz Sheikh

Asad Ejaz Sheikh is a seasoned academic and audit specialist with extensive expertise in financial education and audit management. He has been a faculty member at Hailey College of Banking & Finance since 2006, teaching financial management, auditing, and Islamic banking & Finance. Currently pursuing a PhD in Islamic Finance, Asad integrates his academic endeavors with a solid professional foundation.

He brings with him industrial experience as before joining academics he worked with Deloitte & then in telecom sector of Pakistan in working in accounting and head the audit department. he established audit departments, developed risk policies, and coordinated audits. His research interests include Islamic Banking and Finance, social finance, and audit practices.

Dr. Iftikhar Ahmad

Dr. Iftikhar Ahmad is a distinguished academic and seasoned finance professional, holding a PhD in Finance from the prestigious University of Malaya. He also holds Chartered Cost & Management Accounting qualification. His credentials are further augmented by his certification as a director, sanctioned by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP).

With a robust 7-year tenure in industry coupled with over two decades of academic contribution, Dr. Ahmad's intellectual pursuits and professional engagements span across a multifaceted spectrum, encompassing financial inclusion, the evolving landscape of Fintech, sustainable finance paradigms, the intricate dynamics of IPOs, leverage strategies, and the nuanced domain of social finance.

Dr. Fizza Rizvi

Dr. Fizza Rizvi has been serving Hailey College of Banking and Finance for more than eleven years. Her educational background comprises of BBA hons. (Gold medalist), MBA (distinction) and PhD (Management Science). Her areas of expertise include management, organizational behaviour, human resource management and research. She has supervised a number of research thesis at post graduate level.

Ms. Sadia Ahmad

Ms. Sadia Ahmad is serving as Assistant professor at the Hailey College of Banking and Finance. She earned first position in her MS Banking and Finance from the University of the Punjab and is currently pursuing a PhD in Islamic Banking and Finance from the University Malaya, Malaysia.

Before joining Punjab University, she contributed significantly to the Punjab Government's Management and Professional Development Department, developing training curricula for Punjab civil servants. As the In-charge of placement and internships, Ms. Sadia has developed strong liaison with industry and led successful recruitment campaigns. Her research interests include dual banking systems, Islamic finance, banking regulations, risk management and monetary economics.

Dr. Zargham Ullah Khan

completed his Ph.D. in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing from Yasar University, Turkey. He also completed his LL.M. from Chapman University, California, USA. His area of research includes service marketing and legal aspects. He has presented research articles at international conferences in different countries and published articles in various International Journals of Repute

He teaches Marketing and law subjects and is currently an Assistant Professor at Hailey College of Banking & Finance, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan.

Mr. Muhammad Idrees

Mr. Muhammad Idrees holds M.Phil. (Accounting), MBA (Banking & Finance) & MBE degrees. He has over 24 years of teaching experience at undergraduate and post graduate level. Prior to joining academia, he served banking sector (SME Bank Limited) for 10 years.

Accounting & Finance are his areas of specialization. Besides his teaching assignments he is looking after the administrative affairs of the college. He is also the member of Board of Faculty of Commerce (PU).

Dr. Waqas Baig

Dr. Waqas Baig is working as Assistant Professor in HCBF. His last degree is Ph.D. in Commerce. His areas of research are Management, HRM and Organizational Behaviour. He has been working in this field for last Five years.

Dr. Usman Sarwar

Welcome to Dr. Usman Sarwar’s academic profile. As an Assistant Professor at Hailey College of Banking & Finance with over 11 years of teaching experience, I specialize in Finance, focusing on Risk Management, Working Capital Management, Resilience, Financial Literacy, and Financial Inclusion. My research explores Resource-Resilience-Performance dynamics through Resource-Based Theory, Social Network Theory, and Resilience Theory. Committed to advancing knowledge in Entrepreneurial Finance, I teach Advanced Research Methodology,

Business Finance, and Investment & Portfolio Management, employing innovative pedagogical methods to engage and inspire students. For more information on my research, publications, and teaching philosophy, please contact me via my official email. Thank you for visiting!

Ms. Fareeha Waseem

She is a distinguished finance professional with a robust academic foundation over 6.5 years of diverse experience in both the banking sector and academia. She holds a MS degree in Finance from IBA, PU, Lahore. She earned 5 gold medals for her exceptional academic performance in Masters, Bachelor's and Intermediate. Her research interests are focused on Digital Finance, Sustainability Finance & Islamic Banking & Finance.

She is also committed to progress knowledge and practice in her areas of specialization in accounting & finance courses to leverage her expertise for contribution towards both scholarly and professional communities

HCBF Staff

The staff at Hailey College of Banking and Finance is dedicated to providing exceptional support and service, ensuring a smooth and enriching experience for our students.