Kien Son Nguyen

Research Economist

About

I am a dedicated research economist currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Economics at the University of Birmingham. My research interests span across financial economics, environmental economics, health economics, monetary policy, labour market and social science. With a deep belief that "the fruit of everything good in life will begin with challenges," I am committed to advancing economic knowledge through rigorous research and collaboration. In addition to my academic pursuits, I am keen to inspire passion in others, contribute to impactful research projects, and foster intellectual partnerships. My academic journey is complemented by advanced expertise in statistical software like STATA and R, as well as a strong foundation in econometrics and impact evaluation. I have also participated in postgraduate training at globally recognized institutions such as Oxford University, University of Warwick, London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) and Monash University, further enriching my analytical skill set.

Research

Publications

  • Pham, TTT; Nguyen, KS; Nguyen, HH (2023). “Does planned innovation promote financial inclusion: Evidence from Vietnamese SMEs”. Eurasian Business Review. link .
  • Pham, TTT; Nguyen, KS; Nguyen, HH; Nguyen, LT; Vo, VX (2021). “Dynamic Entrepreneurship, Planned Innovation and Firm Performance: Evidence from Vietnam”. Heliyon. link .
  • Nguyen, KS; Vo, VX; Vo, TTM (2020). “Innovative strategies and corporate profitability: the positive resources dependence from political network”. Heliyon. link .
  • Nguyen, KS (2020). Volatility and specific risk toward family’s performance in an emerging country. Asia-Pacific Financial Markets. link .
  • Nguyen, TVH; Nguyen, BT; Nguyen, KS; Pham, HNA (2019). Asymmetric Monetary Policy Effects On Cryptocurrency Markets. Research in International Business and Finance. link .
  • Pham, TTT; Nguyen, KS (2019). Does Microfinance Influence Parent’s Decision To Send A Child To School Or To Work? Evidence From Vietnamese Rural Households. The Journal of Developing Areas. link .
  • Pham, TTT; Nguyen, TVH; Nguyen, KS (2019). Does Bank Competition Promote Financial Inclusion? A Cross-Country Evidence. Applied Economics Letters. link .
  • Nguyen, DV; Nguyen, HT; Nguyen, KS (2018). Ownership feature and firm performance via corporate innovation performance: Does it really matter for Vietnamese SMEs?. Journal of Asian Business and Economic Studies. link .
  • Nguyen, DV; Nguyen, HT; Nguyen, KS (2017). Economic growth: the role of knowledge economy in the context of selected Asian countries. Journal of Asian Business and Economic Studies. link .

    • Reviewers

  • Journal of Research Policy (4* ABS; A* ABDC), British Accounting Review (3* ABS; A* ABDC), Eurasian Business Review, Research in International Business & Finance, Singapore Economic Review, Journal of Asian Business and Economic Studies, Journal of Chinese Economic and Business Studies.

    • Research Projects

  • Green Finance Project (University of Birmingham)
  • Employability Audit Project (Birmingham Business School)
  • Applied Health Research Project (Institute of Applied Health Research)

    • Education

    Ph.D. Candidate, Economics
    University of Birmingham
    2021 - Present

    M.A. Economics
    Erasmus University Rotterdam
    2013 - 2015

    Postgraduate Studies
    University of Oxford (Monetary policy, Treatment effects) - 2022
    University of Warwick (Research training program) - 2024
    Monash University (Project evaluation) - 2021

    Contact

    Email: kienns.research@gmail.com

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    ORCID: 0000-0001-9192-1195