Shady Hassan, M.Sc.
Economic Research & Policy Consultant
Shady Hassan is a driven Economist specializing in the critical analysis of International Financial Institution (IFI) policies, with a deep focus on the MENA region. His work dissects the complex interplay between climate finance, debt sustainability, and gender equity.
His research is built on a foundation of academic excellence from the Faculty of Economics and Management at Otto-von-Guericke University in Magdeburg, Germany, where he received both his Bachelor's in Economics and Management and his Master's in International Economics and Finance. His graduate work was distinguished with the faculty's Best in Program Award, underscoring his outstanding academic achievements.
As the founder and research lead of the IFI Economics research project, he is dedicated to translating rigorous analysis into accessible, impactful knowledge products to inform public discourse and advocate for equitable development policies.
Featured Research & Analysis
Interactive Policy Analysis
Climate, Women & Mobility: Asia-GCC Corridor
An interactive tool for the Abu Dhabi Dialogue proposing a framework for gender-responsive Skills Mobility Partnerships.
Forthcoming Research
Climate Justice & IMF Conditionalities: Morocco's RSF
A critical analysis of the IMF's first long-term climate finance instrument and its potential for a just transition.
Research Collaboration
The IMF's Financial Architecture & the 'Despotic Leviathan'
A dialogue with Prof. Santosh Mehrotra on the IMF's impact on industrial policy and state sovereignty.
Conference Paper
IMF Monetary Policy Conditionalities & Inequality in Egypt
Presented at the American University in Cairo (AUC) 7th Annual Political Science Conference.
Data Visualization
Anatomy of a Flawed Calculation: The IMF's REO & Lebanon
An infographic dissecting the IMF's debt-to-GDP methodology for countries with severe currency fluctuations.
Advocacy Tool
IMF Conditionalities Explorer (Arabic)
An interactive tool created to explore and understand IMF conditionalities in the MENA region.
Infographic Series
English Infographics - MENA Debt & IFIs
Explore the data-driven stories behind the debt crisis in the Middle East and North Africa. Each section provides a detailed analysis of the key issues, from country-specific debt profiles to the systemic problems with IMF policies.
Education & Credentials
Master of Science (M.Sc.), International Economics and Finance
Faculty of Economics and Management, Otto-von-Guericke University, Magdeburg, Germany
Thesis: "Ethical Portfolios and Their Performance Evaluation"
Awards: Best in Program Academic Award (International Economics and Finance), Dean's List of Excellent Alumni
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Economics and Management
Faculty of Economics and Management, Otto-von-Guericke-University, Magdeburg, Germany
Thesis: "Pricing of Life Essential Medications: Innovation vs. Affordability"
Get In Touch
I am always open to discussing new research projects, collaborations, or speaking engagements. Feel free to reach out.
Or email directly at: shady@ifi-economics.com