Ethics Integrity (Ihsan) fearing God.” · Field of Study: Ethics in Financial Communication and Investor Relations My research focused on analysing the influence of Shariah-compliant

Mohd Feroz Shah De Costa [email protected]

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DR MOHD FEROZ SHAH DE COSTA

SUMMARY

Salam, Peace, Justice, and Integrity (Ihsan).

My research interests focus on ethics and integrity in Financial Communication (Interest-free loans, Financial Education, Financial Technology, Financial Inclusion, Financial Literacy, Socially Responsible Investing (SRI), Agriculture Finance, and Entrepreneurship). I hope to create an awareness of the rationale of the riba (interest/profit on loans) prohibitions, the actual value of having the gold standard monetary system, and the concept of Ihsan-based leadership.

EDUCATION

2020 The National University of Malaysia

Doctor of Business Administration Field: Ethics in Financial Communication and Investor Relations

2014 Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)

Master of Corporate Communications 2008 Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Bachelor of Business Administration with Honours

2002 SMK King George V Seremban

“Ethics is about following the rules. Integrity (Ihsan) is about doing the right thing regardless of the rules by

fearing God.”


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CAREER HISTORY

2020 to Present Senior Lecturer, Department of Communication, Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, Universiti Putra Malaysia Course: Practice and Ethics of Financial Communication

The Practice and Ethics of Financial Communication course at the Department of Communication covers the basic concepts and principles of financial communication where ethics, interpretation, reporting, and presentation of financial and economic data are emphasized.

2016-2020 Doctor of Business Administration, The National University of Malaysia, Field of Study: Ethics in Financial Communication and Investor Relations

My research focused on analysing the influence of Shariah-compliant shares on investor’s behaviour within this fast-moving digital landscape, where millennial investors’ stock purchasing decision is influenced by the evolutions in fintech and social impact.

The findings show that millennials believe that the goals of businesses ought to have a more authentic purpose with a balanced concern for all societies’ needs and not merely driven by profit.

Shariah-compliant shares are investment governed by the requirements of Shariah law that prohibits riba (usury or interest), gharar (unnecessary or excessive risk), and maisyir (gambling or speculation). Shariah-compliant funds are also considered to be a type of socially responsible investing (SRI) which includes eschewing investments in companies that produce or sell addictive substances (like alcohol, gambling, and tobacco) and weapons in favour of seeking out companies that are engaged in social justice and environmentally sustainable.

2015 - 2016 (TAR UC) 2016 (UPM) 2015 Bahagian Governan (IPTA, KPT).

Taught and assessed students using the most appropriate and innovative methods for the Integrated Marketing Communication and Public Speaking courses. Ensured smooth running of courses, including timely and accurate completion of student attendance records (TAR UC and UPM).

Assisted in coordinating the appointment of public universities' key officials (such as UPM's Vice-Chancellor in 2016) and members of National Higher Education Council (Bahagian Governan IPTA, KPT).

2015 Special Officer to Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Malaysian Biotechnology Corporation.

Organized CEO’s schedule, financial plan, and personally accompanied the CEO to local and International meetings in all states in Malaysia, Paris, France (ASEAN-EU Science, Technology and Innovation Days) and Milan, Italy (International Biotech Conference and Business Matching).


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2014-2015 Assistant Director (Contract), Domestic Investment Division, Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA).

Prepared the financial plan for projects and managed expenses. Planned, organized, and controlled specific projects such as the Malaysian Technical

Cooperation (MTCP) program with delegates from over 20 countries, which is organised with the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

2014 Corporate Communication Assistant Manager, Putrajaya International Convention Centre Sdn. Bhd.

Prepared the financial plan for marketing projects and managed the expenses. Executed marketing and communication activities, such as media relations events,

collateral production, advertising and promotional programs and all efforts required to effectively represent the company and events to customers and stakeholders.

2013 Marketing Manager, Sunshower Ventures Sdn. Bhd.

Identified, developed and monitored the financial plan, business research, and marketing communication strategies.

Promoted products and services through public relations initiatives, researching media coverage and industry trends.

2011-2013 Stakeholder Engagement Executive (Contract), Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC).

Assisted in managing the International Advisory Panel (IAP) & the Asia Pacific ICT Awards (APICTA) websites, financial plan, and marketing collaterals.

Assisted in organizing and coordinating IAP that is chaired by the Prime Minister of Malaysia and APICTA in Brunei, Hong Kong and the US.

2011 Finance and Planning Executive, Maybank.

Executed Finance and Planning Division’s branding and communication through various creative internal sources and ensured that the brand remained relevant to all its internal stakeholders according to the financial plan.


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2009 - 2011 Corporate Planning Executive, Malaysia Airports Holding Berhad (MAHB).

Assisted in financial planning and monitoring MAHB’s 5 years

Business Plan (Runway to Success) while communicating closely with relevant ministries and authorities.

Assisted in financial analysis and business research. Assisted in coordinating events such as the International seminar for

Airport Council International (ACI), Malaysia Airports Route to Everest (MARTE), Beyond Borders Awards 2009, and the Launching of the Satellite Retail Optimization Project (SROP) at KLIA.

Worked closely with managers, supervisors and other senior staff while taking detailed notes and learned techniques and gained the knowledge required to run an airport smoothly.

2008 - 2009 Executive, IDS Logistics Sdn. Bhd (A Member of Li & Fung Group).

Managed to continuously increase financial profits by an average of 20 per cent (RM60,000) for the Transport

Department. Led 6 supervisors and managed a team of 44 contract workers. Managed and implemented positive changes to reduce overall cost inefficiencies by analysing and interpreting

gains, losses, unrealized gains and losses. Supervised and coordinated with transporters to increase time effectiveness to meet deadlines. Negotiated best prices with transporters to obtain optimal profit.

2007 - 2008 Research Assistant, Malaysia Institute of Transport (MITRANS) UiTM Shah Alam.

Carried out financial research in the fields of transport for the industries, government agencies and local authorities such as parking limitations within Klang Valley and business financing for Small and Medium Enterprises (SME).

Executed research on parking allocations required within Klang Valley residential areas.


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PUBLICATIONS, CONFERENCES, COLLOQUIUM, WORKSHOPS, AND COMPETITIONS

Publications (2017 – 2019): De Costa, M.F.S., & Abd Aziz, N. (2019). The Influence of Philanthropic Marketing and Social Media Marketing

on Millennials’ Purchase Intention of Shariah-compliant Stocks. International Journal of Business and Technology Management, 1(2), 1-11.

De Costa, M.F.S., & Abd Aziz, N. (2019). Does Brand Attitude Affect the Financial Decision-Making Behaviour of Malaysian Millennials in Purchasing Shariah compliant Stocks? International Journal of Accounting, Finance and Business, 4(19),98 - 107.

De Costa, M.F.S., & Abd Aziz, N. (2018) The Influence of Online Generated Content Towards Millennials’ Purchase Intention of Shariah-Compliant Property Stocks, Proceedings of the ASEAN Post Graduate Conference (APGC), University of Malaya, 225-232.

De Costa, M.F.S., & Abd Aziz, N. (2017). Understanding the Influence of Philanthropic Marketing and Online Financial Communication towards Brand Loyalty. Proceeding of Business Management Frontiers, UKM-Graduate School of Business, University Kebangsaan Malaysia, 1-10.

De Costa, M.F.S., & Abd Aziz N. (2019). The Effects of User Generated Content and Firm Generated Content on Millennials’ Purchase Intention of Shariah-Compliant Stocks (Under Review since 02.04.2019: Jurnal Pengurusan)

Conferences and Colloquium attended until 2019: IC-RISE International Colloquium on Research, Innovation, & Social Entrepreneurship 2019. ASEAN Post Graduate Conference (APGC), University of Malaya 2018. UKM-GSB Doctoral Colloquium Session 2016/2017. UKM-GSB Doctoral Colloquium II Session 2015/2016. Seminar Pembangunan Pelaburan Tempatan, 30 October 2014.

Workshops attended until 2019:

UKM-GSB PLS-SEM Advanced Workshop 2017, 19-20 December 2017. Workshop on PLS-SEM Using SmartPLS 3.0: Introductory Level for Students & Lecturers, 28-29 September 2016. ASEAN 2015 Workshop for Liaison Officers, Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) Series 1, 19-

20 January 2015. Teachers’ Workshop for Beyond Borders 2011. Creating and Delivering Effective Presentation Skills, MDEC, 28-29 December 2011. 37th ACI Fund Seminar and UNITAR/CIFAL Global Airport Series on Airport Management and Economic

Development, 30 October – 1 November 2009. Kemahiran Pembimbing Superior untuk Pemimpin, 17-18 August 2009. Executive Corporate Challenge, 10-13 August 2009. Bicara Minda Bersama YABHG. Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, 24 February 2012.

Competitions participated until 2019:

3rd Place in the Elevator Pitching Competition at the IC-RISE International Colloquium on Research, Innovation, & Social Entrepreneurship 2019, 18-19 September 2019.

Consolation Prize, Design Corporate Presentation, 12 December 2014. Participated in Stand Up & Speak, MIDA Innovation Month, 12 December 2014. Rat Race Hasil 4.0, 27 February 2013.


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PROJECTS INVOLVED (2009-2014)

Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) 5-Year Business Plan (Runway to Success) MAHB's 5-year business direction known as the ‘Runway to Success’ from 2010 until 2014 highlighted that commercial development would drive earnings over the five years. The project which was known as the “KLIA Aero polis” transformed KLIA into a multi-functional airport city.

Investment Promotion for African Countries Project under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and co-organized with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) conducts an annual course on ‘Investment Promotion for African Countries’. As part of the course, the participants were exposed to the history of investment in Malaysia, the strategy used by MIDA and the streamlining of the government department that has tremendously helped in investment promotion.

Malaysia Investment Promotion Model for Islamic Development Bank (IDB) Countries

The Investment Promotion Technical Assistance Program (ITAP) of the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) is a grant assistance project to improve the flow of foreign direct investments (FDI) into its member countries. Over 25 countries are involved.

Beyond Borders Agenda Beyond Borders highlights the importance of education and improvement on academic standards, particularly the command of the English language, of underprivileged students at Malaysia Airports' schools. These objectives are the fundamentals of Beyond Borders framework that are translated into Beyond Borders program pillars that consist of enrichment and artistic approach that incorporates academic and non-academic components of the national curriculum.

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