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Author Profile
Early Academic Pursuits
Dr. Wissem Ajili Ben Youssef began her academic journey at Université Paris Dauphine – PSL, where she completed her Master’s degree in Economics and International Finance in 2003. She went on to earn a PhD in Economics in 2007, focusing her doctoral research on the dynamics of public debt in developing countries, integrating institutional, economic, and financial perspectives—an area that would later define her academic career.
Professional Endeavors
Her professional experience spans both academia and government service. She worked as a Public Services Advisor at the Ministry of Finance in Tunisia, before transitioning to academia, holding positions such as Lecturer, Assistant Professor, and Associate Professor at institutions like Université de Carthage, ESLSCA Paris Business School, and EM Normandie. At ESLSCA, she served as Director of the Finance Department and Program Director for the Finance & Data Performance MBA. In 2023, she joined EM Normandie as an Associate Professor of Finance.
Contributions and Research Focus
Dr. Ajili Ben Youssef’s research focuses on Finance Digitization, Sustainable Finance, and Public Debt. Her work includes studies on blockchain, big data, cyber risk, and resilience in financial systems. She has published in both national and international peer-reviewed journals and contributed to books on financial innovation, economic governance, and sustainability. Her interdisciplinary approach allows her to explore how technological transformation affects finance.
Impact and Influence
Through her contributions, she has influenced discourse on sovereign debt sustainability, digital financial ecosystems, and ESG finance. Her research has guided frameworks in MENA countries, and she has delivered talks at major international events. She serves as a reviewer for prominent journals and is regularly invited to academic, policy, and industry forums as a keynote speaker and panelist.
Academic Citations
Her scholarly work includes over 20 peer-reviewed publications in journals like Financial Innovation, British Accounting Review, Journal of Sustainable Development, and Journal of Post Keynesian Economics. Her work is widely cited in discussions on financial regulation, emerging markets, capital controls, and digital transformation in accounting and finance.
Technical and Research Skills
Dr. Ajili Ben Youssef is proficient in empirical research, economic modeling, and data analysis. Her technical strengths include applying advanced tools for assessing systemic risk, sovereign debt impact, and technology adoption in financial systems. She also integrates qualitative and quantitative methods to analyze institutional behavior and policy effects.
Teaching Experience
With over a decade of experience, she has taught courses including Treasury Management, Financial Markets, International Finance, Macroeconomics, and Accounting at both graduate and undergraduate levels. She has taught at EM Normandie, ESLSCA Business School, and Université de Carthage, and has supervised more than 100 Master’s and DBA theses in the past five years.
Leadership and Editorial Roles
She has held multiple academic leadership roles including Head of Finance Department, MBA Program Director, and Course Leader. She serves on the Editorial Board of the International Journal of Accounting, Finance and Risk Management and has been a reviewer for journals like Journal of Cleaner Production and Journal of Sustainable Finance & Investment. She actively contributes to scientific committees, workshops, and colloquia.
Professional Recognition and Awards
Her excellence in teaching and curriculum innovation has earned her several awards, including the Reconnect Tunisian Finance Women Award (2023) and three Eduniversal MBA Prizes: Innovation (2021), Launch (2022), and Tremplin (2023). These awards underscore her contributions to advancing finance education and academic leadership.
Outreach and Thought Leadership
Dr. Ajili Ben Youssef engages widely in public discourse through articles in journals such as L’Économiste Maghrébin, where she writes on topics including technological disruption, financial resilience, and COVID-19 impacts. She has delivered keynotes, moderated roundtables, and presented at international forums across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
Mentorship and Supervision
She consistently supervises an average of 15 to 20 theses per year, covering topics such as financial innovation, risk management, and ESG investing. Her mentorship combines academic precision with professional relevance, nurturing future scholars and finance practitioners.
Legacy and Future Contributions
Dr. Wissem Ajili Ben Youssef continues to shape the future of sustainable finance, digital innovation, and economic governance. Her upcoming research will focus on integrating artificial intelligence, fintech, and regulatory frameworks to address emerging global financial challenges. Through her teaching, leadership, and research, she remains a prominent figure in transforming financial education and policy research.
Publications
Finance in the Digital Age: The Challenges and Opportunities
Authors: Wissem Ajili Ben Youssef, Nadia Mansour
Source: Book Chapter in Technology: Toward Business Sustainability
Year: 2024
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-54009-7_5
Uncovering Asymmetrical Contagion Effects: US Monetary Policy and Emerging Markets
Authors: Chokri Zehri, Wissem Ajili Ben Youssef, Latifa Saleh Iben Ammar
Journal: The Journal of International Trade & Economic Development
Year: 2024
DOI: 10.1080/09638199.2024.2310700
The Factoring 2.0 in the Era of the Fintech Revolution Context
Authors: Wissem Ajili Ben Youssef, Nadia Mansour
Source: Book Chapter in Digital Technology and Changing Roles in Managerial and Financial Accounting: Theoretical Knowledge and Practical Application
Year: 2024
DOI: 10.1108/s1479-351220240000036004
Corporate Resilience in the Face of COVID-19: A Proposal Measurement Index
Authors: Wissem Ajili Ben Youssef, Imen Ben Slimene, Samir B. Maliki, Mourad Kertous, Afef Khalil, Nassiri Abdelhak, Mohammed El Amine Abdelli
Journal: Management International
Year: 2023
DOI: 10.59876/a-jq8d-0ztz
A Critical Analysis of Capital Controls: Implications for Crisis Prevention and Economic Performance
Authors: Chokri Zehri, Latifa Saleh Iben Ammar, Wissem Ajili Ben Youssef
Journal: International Review of Applied Economics
Year: 2023
DOI: 10.1080/02692171.2023.2291556
The Temporal Dimensions of Policy Responses to Capital Surges
Authors: Chokri Zehri, Latifa Saleh Iben Ammar, Wissem Ajili Ben Youssef, Fatma Zehri
Journal: Journal of Post Keynesian Economics
Year: 2023
DOI: 10.1080/01603477.2023.2275573