Syful Islam has completed both BSS and MSS(Thesis) degree in Economics from Bangladesh University of Professionals. His academic journey has honed his theoretical prowess and practical expertise in research methodologies, data analysis, and economic modeling. He is proficient in statistical software tools like STATA, SPSS, R-Programming, and EViews. This software skills excel him in unraveling insights from complex datasets. He is also handy with digital data collection tools like Kobotoolbox and SurveyCTO.
His previous role as a Research Assistant at the University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB), where he was actively involved in a collaborative project analyzing the productivity of microfinance institutions, refining his research and analytical skills. Two of his papers from this project have been accepted by Scopus indexed Springer Nature publisher and one paper have gone to conference in Turkey. Additionally, his tenure as a Data Enumerator at the Bangladesh Institution of Governance and Management (BIGM) had further fortified his ability to collect and analyze data for impactful research insights.
His academic achievements, including distinctions in both Hons. Project Paper and master's Thesis, underscore his capacity to contribute meaningfully to research initiatives. In his Hons. Project Paper, he utilized a Logistic regression model along with contingent valuation method to analyze willingness-to-pay for Covid-19 vaccination, offering crucial insights for pricing strategy considerations. Meanwhile, his master's Thesis delved into the export potential of Bangladesh's RMG and trade expansion through bilateral FTA and RCEP agreements, employing structural gravity models and data analysis techniques to provide strategic recommendations for trade policies.
He is deeply intrigued by the intricate dynamics of international trade and its profound impact on economic development. His research interests lie at the intersection of trade economics, policy analysis, and global economic relations. Specifically, he is keen on investigating the effects of bilateral and regional trade agreements on economic growth, with a focus on emerging markets. He is also interested in exploring the role of technology and innovation in shaping trade patterns and fostering sustainable economic development.