Dr. Md. Mourtuza Ahamed
Associate Professor

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Dr. Md. Mourtuza Ahamed is an experienced and dedicated associate professor with over 18 years of expertise in higher education, specializing in human resource management, leadership, and employee performance. A proven curriculum designer and engaging instructor, Dr. Ahamed is deeply committed to mentoring students to achieve measurable outcomes.

As a published researcher, he has contributed extensively to peer-reviewed journals and led successful grant-funded projects, focusing on the impact of leadership on service performance. Dr. Ahamed is adept at integrating technology into teaching, assessing student learning outcomes, and fostering collaboration with faculty and stakeholders to ensure academic excellence.

Recognized for exceptional communication skills, strong leadership, and a genuine passion for guiding the next generation of leaders and professionals, Dr. Ahamed brings an inspiring vision to the academic community.

He currently serves as an associate professor in the Department of Business Administration at Khulna University, Bangladesh. Dr. Ahamed earned his Ph.D. in Business from Sunway University in Malaysia and holds a BBA and an MBA from the University of Dhaka. Additionally, he completed an Advanced Diploma in Personnel Management from the Bangladesh Institute of Management, Dhaka.

Dr. Ahamed’s research spans the following critical areas: Leadership and Employee Performance; Sustainability and Green Practices; Empowerment and Organizational Effectiveness; Consumer Behavior and Digital Transformation; and Workforce Well-being and Sectoral Studies.

Beyond academia, Dr. Ahamed contributes as a columnist, offering insightful perspectives on contemporary issues through newspaper articles.


  • Md. Mourtuza Ahamed holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business from Sunway Business School, Sunway University, Malaysia. Additionally, a Postgraduate Diploma in Personnel Management was earned from the Bangladesh Institute of Management (BIM), Bangladesh. A Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Human Resource Management and a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Management Studies were both completed at the University of Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Dr. Md. Mourtuza Ahamed's research interests encompass a diverse range of critical topics that influence organizational dynamics and workplace well-being. Key areas of focus include leadership, with an emphasis on its role in shaping organizational culture and driving performance, as well as service performance, exploring strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and improve operational efficiency. Significant attention is also given to employee empowerment, examining methods to foster autonomy, motivation, and engagement among team members. Research in talent management highlights the importance of identifying and nurturing high-potential individuals to ensure sustainable organizational success.
Additional areas of exploration by Dr. Ahamed include labor relations, with a focus on fostering harmonious employer-employee interactions and resolving workplace conflicts effectively. Sensitive yet pivotal issues such as sexual harassment in the workplace are also addressed, with the aim of contributing to the development of safer and more inclusive environments through actionable research and practical policy recommendations. These research pursuits by Dr. Ahamed aim to advance organizational effectiveness and enhance employee well-being, providing valuable insights for driving positive change in organizational settings.

Current Research Project/Collaboration

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Professional Experience

  • Associate Professor
    Business Administration Discipline, Khulna University, Bangladesh
    (September 4, 2018 – Present)

  • Assistant Professor
    Business Administration Discipline, Khulna University, Bangladesh
    (September 1, 2014 – September 3, 2018)

  • Lecturer
    Business Administration Discipline, Khulna University, Bangladesh
    (May 8, 2012 – August 30, 2014)

  • Lecturer
    Department of Human Resource Management, Jatiya Kabi Kazi Nazrul Islam University, Trishal, Mymensingh, Bangladesh
    (January 18, 2011 – May 7, 2012)

  • Senior Lecturer in Management
    Department of Business Administration, Northern University Bangladesh
    (March 1, 2010 – January 17, 2011)

  • Lecturer in Management
    Department of Business Administration, Northern University Bangladesh
    (February 23, 2008 – February 28, 2010)

I was honored with the prestigious Board Scholarship for my outstanding results in the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) examination, a testament to my dedication to academic excellence from an early stage. During my undergraduate journey at the University of Dhaka, I was awarded a merit scholarship for achieving exceptional results in the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program, further cementing my commitment to academic success. I successfully completed my PhD in Business at Sunway University, Malaysia, where I honed my research expertise and contributed to the advancement of knowledge in the field. My academic journey also includes earning an MBA in Human Resource Management and a BBA in Management Studies from the University of Dhaka, providing me with a robust foundation in business and human resource management. Additionally, I completed a postgraduate diploma in personnel management from the Bangladesh Institute of Management (BIM), equipping me with advanced professional training in personnel management. Throughout my academic and professional journey, I have remained committed to excellence, consistently striving to make meaningful contributions to my field.

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        1        Ahamed, M. M., Islam, T., Islam, S. A., & Ashadullah, M. (2025). Boosting Productivity and Collaboration with Remote Work: A Study of Multinational Companies Operating in Bangladesh. The Jahangirnagar Journal of Marketing, 13(June), 47–73.

        2        Rana, M. S., Al Masud, A., Hossain, I., Ahamed, M. M., & Haque, A. M. (2026). Corporate social responsibility unlocks sustainable environmental performance through green leadership and capability. Discover Sustainability. https://doi.org/10.1007/s43621-025-02568-w

        3        Islam, M. Z., Hossain, M. S., Amin, M. Bin, Ahamed, M. M., & Oláh, J. (2025). The asymmetric impacts of remittances on innovation in middle-income economies: A nonlinear autoregressive distributed lag approach. Journal of Innovation and Knowledge, 10(6). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jik.2025.100817

        4        Ahamed, Md. M. (2025). More Than a Paycheck: How CSR Perceptions Drive Employer Appeal Among Job Seekers. Khulna University Business Review. https://doi.org/10.35649/KUBR.2024.19.1.4

        5        Karmoker, K., Roy, B., Paul, R. K., & Ahamed, Md. M. (2025). Impact of Green Human Resource Management Practices on Job Pursuing Intention: Moderating Role of Environmental Consciousness. Khulna University Studies. https://doi.org/10.53808/kus.2025.22.01.1279-mb

        6        Hossain, A., Ahamed, M. M., Hasan, M. M., & Islam, S. A. (2024). Unlocking the power of health safety and welfare practices: Exploring the impact on organizational citizenship behavior in Bangladesh's fish processing industry. Khulna University Business Review, 1(18), 1–23. https://doi.org/10.35649/kubr.2023.18.1.1

        7        Karmoker, K., Jamim, A. A., Roy, B., & Ahamed, M. M. (2024). Linking organizational green culture to environmental performance in the ready-made garments industry of Bangladesh: Mediating role of employee green behavior. BUFT Journal of Business and Economics, 5, 1–20. https://doi.org/10.58481/BJBE/2401

        8        Masum, M., Ahamed, M. M., & Rahman, M. S. (2021). Analysis of the structural decomposition of the textile-clothing industry in Bangladesh. Khulna University Business Review. https://doi.org/10.35649/kubr.2019.14.1.4

        9        Ahamed, M. M., Ashadullah, M., & Hossain, S. (2018). Employee empowerment: A study on its impact on organizational effectiveness of few selected banks in Khulna district. Jahangirnagar University Journal of Management Research, 1(1), 71–88.

       10      Islam, F. M., & Ahamed, M. M. (2017). Key antecedents influencing intermediary social responsibility and its outcomes: Insights from a transitional economy. Business Review, 11(1), 20–34. https://doi.org/10.35649/KUBR.2016.11.12.10

       11      Ahamed, M. M., Ashadullah, M., & Rahman, R. U. (2017). Factors affecting consumer attitude towards digital advertisement: An analysis based on Dhaka region. The Jahangirnagar Journal of Business Studies, 1(1), 71–86.

       12      Ahamed, M. M., Trader, P., & Rani, S. (2017). Human resource management practices in the healthcare sector: A study on the private clinics in Khulna City. Knowledge for Enlightenment, 1(1), 189–206.

       13      Khan, M. S., Hossain, A. M., & Ahamed, M. M. (2016). Do demographic factors have a variable influence on increased usage of mobile banking? A study on Khulna City. Business Review, 11(1), 1–9. https://doi.org/10.35649/KUBR.2016.11.12.1

       14      Ahamed, M. M., & Zaman, F. (2016). Factors affecting the job satisfaction of medical promotion officers in the pharmaceutical industry: An analysis. Journal of the Business & Economic Review, 2(1), 1–22.

       15      Islam, Z., & Ahamed, M. M. (2015). Emotional intelligence and development of human capital: A study on some selected private commercial banks in Bangladesh. Khulna University Business Review, 10(1–2), 46–54. https://doi.org/10.35649/KUBR.2015.10.12.4

       16      Akterujjaman, S. M., & Ahamed, M. M. (2014). Customers' satisfaction towards the services of commercial banks in Bangladesh: A study on BASIC Bank Limited. Journal of Nazrul Universities, 2(2), 146–163.

       17      Hossain, J., Rahman, H., & Ahamed, M. M. (2013). Violence and abuse of children in Bangladesh: A case study on familial perspective. Business Review, 9(1–2), 64–73.

       18      Ahamed, M. M., Islam, Z., & Rahman, H. (2011). Causes of employee turnover and its impact on Pretty Group: An analysis. Manarat International University Studies, 1(2), 43–58.