Current Position: Assistant Lecturer, Department of Banking & Finance

Qualifications:

• • Master of Commerce in Economics – The University of the South Pacific
• • Postgraduate Diploma in Economics – The University of the South Pacific
• • Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Economics – The University of the South Pacific

Area of Expertise:

• • Economic Research and Analysis
• • Finance and Accounting
• • Academic Instruction
• • Policy and Development Economics

Brief Biography:

Henali Kumar is an Assistant Lecturer with a strong academic background in economics, finance, and banking. She holds a Master of Commerce in Economics, a Postgraduate Diploma in Economics, and a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Economics. She has previously held roles as a teaching assistant, graduate accountant, and administrative support staff, gaining experience in both academic and professional environments.

Henali teaches undergraduate courses in macroeconomics, finance, and banking, and has contributed to research on macro-financial risks, currency denomination, and economic recovery in small island states. Her work has been published in peer-reviewed journals and presented in regional forums. She is committed to student engagement, academic mentorship, and community involvement, reflecting her well-rounded and adaptable approach to teaching and research.