Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Certification
Academic Supervision
Academic and Administrative Skills
Workshops and Courses
Published Research
 Conferences Participation
HONOR AWARDS
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Heba Srour

Heba Srour

Associate Professor of Finance
El Shorouk

Summary

Accomplished Associate Professor of Finance with over 20 years of experience in academic leadership, financial management, and curriculum development at leading universities in Egypt. Expertise includes financial analysis, institutional and market management, and feasibility studies for economic projects, supported by a strong record of international research contributions, including publications in prestigious conferences such as the University of Oxford (ROGE) series. Proven ability to lead academic teams, supervise teaching assistants, and manage departmental operations while delivering high-quality learning experiences through advanced e-learning systems like LMS, Moodle, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams. Committed to enhancing educational outcomes by bridging the gap between theory and practice and fostering sustainable academic development.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
18
18
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Affairs (Full-time – Sabbatical)

May University in Cairo (MUC)
09.2025 - Current

Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs (Full-time – Sabbatical)

Egyptian Chinese University (ECU)
02.2025 - 08.2025

Associate Professor (Full-time – Sabbatical)

Future University in Egypt (FUE)
03.2021 - 01.2025
  • Key Responsibilities:
  • 1. Introduced various advanced finance curricula for major finance students, including: Derivatives, Financial Institutions, Financial Statement Analysis, Corporate Finance, Feasibility Studies.
  • 2. Supervised graduation projects for finance majors.
  • 3. Served as Head of the Safety and Occupational Health Committee.
  • 4. Supported the faculty in meeting academic quality assurance requirements.
  • 5. Served as Head of University Requirements Unit during Spring 2024, Summer 2024, and Fall 2024.

Assistant Professor (Full-time)

Tanta University – Faculty of Commerce
08.2017 - 03.2021
  • Key Responsibilities:
  • 1. Authored textbooks for undergraduate students in Corporate Finance, Financial Institutions, and Feasibility Studies (in Arabic).
  • 2. Delivered a variety of financial courses for undergraduate students, including: Financial Institutions, Financial Statement Analysis, Corporate Finance, Financial Markets, Feasibility Studies.
  • 3. Delivered several postgraduate (MBA) courses, including: Derivatives, Advanced Topics in Finance, Advanced Topics in Investment and Portfolio Management.

Assistant Lecturer (Full-time)

Tanta University – Faculty of Commerce
02.1999 - 07.2017

Training Manager (Part-time)

SCADA Center
08.2007 - 04.2013
  • Managed training operations, including scheduling, instructor selection, performance evaluation, and course supervision.

CMA Instructor

Arab Administrative Development Organization (ARADO)
02.2007 - 04.2013
  • Delivered CMA training covering more than 3,000 practice questions with trainees.

Financial Curriculum Instructor

OGS – Oil and Gas Skills
01.2010 - 12.2012
  • Delivered financial training courses including: CMA Part 1, Corporate Finance, Feasibility Studies, Financial Analysis.

CMA Instructor

Ernst & Young (EY) – Cairo Branch
01.2009 - 12.2010

Financial Consulting (Part-time)

Middle East for Information Technology – Oracle Partner Network
06.2009 - 06.2010
  • Prepared Accounts Receivable and Inventory modules; assisted in Fixed Assets module setup.
  • Trained engineers to map accounting concepts into Oracle modules through demonstrations and hands-on practice.
  • Conducted functional testing, created test scenarios, and documented results.

CMA Instructor

Assiut University – Faculty of Commerce
02.2008 - 07.2009

Education

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Finance and investment

Tanta University - Faculty of Commerce
Tanat
01.2017

Master of Science (M.Sc.) - undefined

Tanta University - Faculty of Commerce
Tanta
01.2006

Bachelor degree - Business administration

Tanta University - Faculty of Commerce
Tanta
01.1998

Skills

  • Financial Management
  • Financial Analysis
  • Management of Institutions and Financial Markets
  • Feasibility Studies for Economic Projects
  • Financial Accounting
  • Cost Accounting

Certification

CMA – Certified Management accountant

Academic Supervision

  • Providing academic mentoring and guidance for master’s degree students in finance-related research topics. Future University in Egypt (FUE) – Faculty of Commerce and Business Administration, El-Yamama Academy – Faculty of Commerce and Business Administration, Egyptian Chinese University (ECU) – Faculty of Political Science, Economics and Business Administration.
  • Leading academic teams of Teaching Assistants, assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and ensuring effective delivery of course content.
  • Supporting students in research design, data analysis, and preparation of conference papers and academic reports.
  • Supervising applied financial projects and case-based academic assignments across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
  • Participating in the discussion and evaluation of numerous Master’s and PhD theses (academic and professional) at: Suez Canal University – Ismailia, Mansoura University, Police Academy, Tanta University – Faculty of Commerce, Ain Shams University – Faculty of Commerce.

Academic and Administrative Skills

  • Strong ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage multiple academic tasks simultaneously.
  • Effective leadership and collaboration with academic and administrative teams.
  • Excellent communication skills with senior university leadership and faculty members.
  • Supervising and managing Teaching Assistants, including task allocation, performance monitoring, and academic guidance.
  • Preparing and updating academic course materials for undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
  • Proficiency in using Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Moodle for uploading course content, assignments, and assessments.
  • Skilled in creating, managing, and grading online quizzes, assignments, and examinations.
  • Conducting online and hybrid lectures, workshops, and seminars.
  • Highly proficient in using Zoom and other virtual learning platforms for academic delivery and meetings.
  • Strong experience in organizing academic events, conferences, and community service activities.
  • High competency in academic quality assurance, accreditation requirements, and documentation.
  • Ability to guide students in research, data analysis, and preparing academic reports.

Workshops and Courses

  • Introduction to portfolio management- Sep. 2004 – Center for adult and continuing education - AUC
  • Stock market and brokerage operation -Sep. 2004 – Center for adult and continuing education - AUC
  • IMA train the trainer - Aug. 2016
  • Quality Standards in Teaching. (2019)
  • Conference Organization. (2019
  • Using Technology in Education. (2019)
  • Time Management. (2019
  • Financial aspects of university jobs, (March 2022)
  • Linguistic and methodological errors common in scientific research, (April 2022)
  • Modern assessment methods, (April 2022)
  • Analytical Statistics, (April 2022)
  • Program for members of the Occupational Safety, Health and Work Environment Committee, from the National Institute for occupational safety and health (December 2021)

Published Research

From 2019 to the present, I have published more than 17 research papers in well-recognized national and international journals with strong academic reputation. The list below represents only a selected sample of my recent publications and does not reflect the full scope of my scholarly output.

  • Mohamed Shawky Eissa, Ola, & Mohamed Srour, Heba. (2025). The Effect of Artificial Intelligence on Financial Performance in The Egyptian Banking Sector. المجلة العلمية للدراسات التجارية والبيئية, 16(2), 3581-3617. doi: 10.21608/jces.2025.436191
  • H. Srour and M. Srour, “The Relationship between Cash Ratio and Firm Profitability Applied Study on Egyptian Stock Market”, ijmst, vol. 10, no. 3, pp. 2134-2145, Sep. 2023.
  • Said, Y., Eissa, O. M. S., & Srour, H. M. (2024). The Effect of Managerial Ability on Firm Investment Decisions: Evidence from Egyptian Stock Market. European Journal of Sustainable Development, 13(2), 350. https://doi.org/10.14207/ejsd.2024.v13n2p350
  • Sayed Mostafa Abd – El Hameed El Misery, Mostafa, & Mohamed Srour, Heba. (2024). The Influence of International Trade Movement on Egyptian Stock index Fluctuation. المجلة العلمية للدراسات التجارية والبيئية, 15(3), 277-314. doi: 10.21608/jces.2024.390256
  • Said, Yasmeen, Khayal, Zeinab Amin Elsayed, & Srour, Heba Mohamed. (2024). The Moderating Role of ESG Disclosure on the Relationship between Herding Behaviour and Market Capitalization in the Egyptian Stock Market. التجارة والتنمية, 44(3), 89-113. doi: 10.21608/caf.2024.379105
  • Ibrahim Srour, Mohamed, & Mohamed Srour, Heba. (2024). The moderating impact of information asymmetry on the association between conservatism and cash holding. المجلة العلمية للدراسات التجارية والبيئية, 15(2), 2748-2772. doi: 10.21608/jces.2024.372394
  • Mohmed Srour, Heba. (2024). The Effect of Egyptian Investor Perceptions on a Firm's Worth. المجلة العلمية للدراسات التجارية والبيئية, 15(3), 155-181. doi: 10.21608/jces.2024.390247
  • Srour, H. M. (2023). Digital currencies as an alternative investment. The Business and Management Review, 14(2), ROGE-2023 Conference Proceedings, 7–9 August 2023. Centre for Business & Economic Research.

 Conferences Participation

1. 12th International Conference on the Restructuring of the Global Economy (ROGE 2023) University of Oxford, United Kingdom – August 2023. Presented a peer-reviewed research paper included in the official conference proceedings.

2. 11th International Conference on the Restructuring of the Global Economy (ROGE 2022) University of Oxford, United Kingdom – August 2022. Participated with a published research paper in the conference proceedings.

3. Tanta University International Conference – 2023 Faculty of Commerce – Tanta University, Egypt. Attended and contributed to the academic activities and sessions of the conference.

4. Tanta University International Conference – 2022 Faculty of Commerce – Tanta University, Egypt. Participated in conference sessions and academic discussions.

5. Fayrouz Pharaonic University Conference – Alexandria (July 2023) Alexandria, Egypt. Presented a research paper published in the conference proceedings.

HONOR AWARDS

Recognition of outstanding service as IMA Campus Advocate - 2014, The Medal of Leadership silver level from the Institution of Management Accountant (IMA) – May 8, 2015, The Certificate of Honor from the Doctors' Syndicate - 1998, The Certificate of Honor for scientific excellence from the Engineers' Syndicate – 1998

Timeline

Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Affairs (Full-time – Sabbatical)

May University in Cairo (MUC)
09.2025 - Current

Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs (Full-time – Sabbatical)

Egyptian Chinese University (ECU)
02.2025 - 08.2025

Associate Professor (Full-time – Sabbatical)

Future University in Egypt (FUE)
03.2021 - 01.2025

Assistant Professor (Full-time)

Tanta University – Faculty of Commerce
08.2017 - 03.2021

Financial Curriculum Instructor

OGS – Oil and Gas Skills
01.2010 - 12.2012

Financial Consulting (Part-time)

Middle East for Information Technology – Oracle Partner Network
06.2009 - 06.2010

CMA Instructor

Ernst & Young (EY) – Cairo Branch
01.2009 - 12.2010

CMA Instructor

Assiut University – Faculty of Commerce
02.2008 - 07.2009

Training Manager (Part-time)

SCADA Center
08.2007 - 04.2013

CMA Instructor

Arab Administrative Development Organization (ARADO)
02.2007 - 04.2013

Assistant Lecturer (Full-time)

Tanta University – Faculty of Commerce
02.1999 - 07.2017

Master of Science (M.Sc.) - undefined

Tanta University - Faculty of Commerce

Bachelor degree - Business administration

Tanta University - Faculty of Commerce

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Finance and investment

Tanta University - Faculty of Commerce
Heba SrourAssociate Professor of Finance