Lecturer Ghana Baptist University College Ghana
Eshun Richard is a distinguished academic and finance expert, currently serving as the Head of the Department of Banking & Finance at Ghana Baptist University College. With a rich background in finance and economics, Richard’s career spans over two decades, during which he has significantly contributed to academia and industry in Ghana.
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Education 🎓
Richard’s academic journey is marked by prestigious qualifications. He is a PhD Candidate in Finance at Wits Business School, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa (2022-2024), with his dissertation focusing on monetary integration in the ECOWAS region. He holds a Master of Management by Research in Finance from the same institution (2019-2021), an MBA in Finance from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (2010-2012), and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Law from the same university (1999-2002).
Experience 🧑🏫
Since 2015, Richard has been a Lecturer and Head of the Department of Banking & Finance at Ghana Baptist University College. He has also served as an Adjunct Lecturer at the University College of Management Studies and the University of Ghana Institute of Continuing & Distance Education. Earlier in his career, he was a Teaching Assistant at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology.
Research Interests 🔍
Richard’s primary research interests include economic integration and asymmetries, focusing on the West African Monetary Zone. His work delves into the integration of macroeconomic fundamentals, stock market development, and the impact of institutional quality on economic growth in the ECOWAS region.
Awards 🏆
Richard has been recognized for his academic and professional contributions, with accolades such as the Best PhD Thesis Award and various grants for his research on economic integration and finance.
Publications 📖
- Eshun, R. & Tweneboah, G. “Integration of macroeconomic fundamentals in the West African Monetary Zone: A multiscale perspective” Cogent Social Sciences (Taylor & Francis Journal), 2023. Link. Cited by 10 articles.
- Eshun, R., Adu, S., & Akenten, W.N. “Adoption of electronic banking. Evidence from Ghana” European Journal of Business and Management, 2016, Vol. 8, No. 8, pp. 94-106. Link. Cited by 20 articles.
Awards 🏆
Richard has been recognized for his academic excellence with several awards, including the Best PhD Thesis Award and notable grants for his research in finance and economic integration.
Publications 📖
- Eshun, R. & Tweneboah, G. (2023). “Integration of macroeconomic fundamentals in the West African Monetary Zone: A multiscale perspective.” Cogent Social Sciences. Read here.
- Eshun, R., Adu, S., & Akenten, W.N. (2016). “Adoption of electronic banking. Evidence from Ghana.” European Journal of Business and Management, Vol. 8, No. 8, pp. 94-106. Read here.