DLP Report
Peshawar
Dr. Muhammad Tahir, a PhD Scholar in Management Sciences – Finance at Iqra National University, Peshawar, has successfully defended his PhD dissertation. His research dissertation titled “The Impact of Six Risk Premium Factors on Excess Portfolio Returns in the Non-Financial Sector of Pakistan” presents an in-depth analysis of the effects of six significant risk premium factors on excess portfolio returns in Pakistan’s non-financial sector. His research has provided valuable theoretical and practical insights into the fields of Multi-Factor Asset Pricing Models and Portfolio Management.
During the PhD defense seminar, Dr. Muhammad Tahir successfully defended his dissertation and provided well-reasoned and comprehensive answers to the questions posed by the participants and all members of the examination committee. This remarkable achievement stands as a clear testament to his academic diligence, expertise, and dedication.
The research was completed under the guidance and supervision of the following esteemed advisory and review committee:
• Principal Supervisor: Professor Dr. Abid Usman, Iqra National University, Peshawar
• Internal / Co-Supervisor: Assistant Professor Dr. Asad Ullah, Iqra National University, Peshawar
Local Reviewers:
1. Associate Professor Dr. Naveed, Qurtuba University, Hayatabad, Peshawar
2. Assistant Professor Dr. Shams-ur-Rehman, IBMS, The University of Agriculture, Peshawar
International Reviewers:
1. Professor Dr. Ersin Irk, Gazi University, Turkey
2. Associate Professor Dr. Musa Said Doven, Gazi University, Turkey
Dr. Tahir dedicated his success to the prayers and support of his parents, siblings, teachers, and friends.
