Mbarek Oukhouya Ali | Cultural Studies | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Mbarek Oukhouya Ali | Cultural Studies | Research Excellence Award

Faculty Lecturer | FPN, Mohmaed First University | Morocco

Prof. Mbarek Oukhouya Ali is a scholar of media, culture, and social change with expertise in communication studies, Amazigh cultural studies, audience research, and English language education. His research explores media representation, identity formation, tourism narratives, religion, diaspora, and the sociocultural influence of transnational television and sports commentary, using qualitative cultural, audience-based, and discourse-analytic approaches. His professional experience includes teaching communication and academic writing at university level, alongside broad engagement in language education and academic training. He has authored and coauthored peer-reviewed journal articles and cultural essays, with a publication record of 4 documents, 2 citations, and an h-index of 1, reflecting emerging scholarly impact in African, Amazigh, media, and cultural studies.

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Featured Publications

Home in the Moroccan-Amazigh Diaspora: Alnif–Tinghir as a Case Study

– Journal of African Films and Diaspora Studies, 2024

Moroccan Culture and Religion in the 21st Century

– African Journal of Religion, Philosophy and Culture, 2024

Moroccan Tourism Narratives Orientalizing Imazighen/Amazigh People

– Journal of Tourism and Cultural Change, 2024

Dr. MOHD RAMLAN MOHD ARSHAD | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dr. MOHD RAMLAN MOHD ARSHAD | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA MALAYSIA, Malaysia.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Ramlan holds a Ph.D. in Public Management from Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM), focusing on human security and civil society. He also earned an Executive Master and Bachelor’s Degree in Administrative Science from UiTM Shah Alam, as well as a Diploma in Public Administration from UiTM Melaka. His strong academic foundation supports his continuous contributions to research and teaching.

Professional Experience 💼

His career includes roles such as Executive in Research and Training at BAHA Consultants, and currently, Risk Management Coordinator at UiTM Negeri Sembilan. He also serves as a Research Fellow at the Academy of Research and Advocation, and an Associate Fellow at the Research Institute for Indonesia, Thailand, and Singapore (UUM-ITS), actively supporting regional policy research and cross-border studies.

Technical Skills 🛠️

He is skilled in SPSS, SmartPLS, and NVivo, making him proficient in quantitative and qualitative research. Additionally, he has abilities in digital presentation, web development, and multimedia design, enhancing both his academic and outreach activities.

Teaching Experience👨‍🏫

Known for an interactive teaching approach, he lectures on Research Methodology, Public Administration, and Data Analysis. Dr. Ramlan is actively involved in student mentorship, internship supervision, and co-curricular development, and is certified as an NLP coach and UiTM VCOSP trainer.

Awards & Honors 🏅

Dr. Ramlan has received three gold, three silver, and four bronze medals in national and international innovation competitions. His work has been recognized by government ministries, highlighting the policy impact and practical value of his research.

Research Interests 🔍

His research focuses on human security, migration, civil society, and public governance, with specific attention to refugees, stateless communities, youth volunteering, and inclusive policy-making that promotes national resilience.

Publications Top Notes: 📝

A Plea for Refugee Human Rights in Malaysia: An Examination Using Statistical Technique

  • Authors: Mohd Ramlan Mohd Arshad, Hanisah Yahya, Nur Syahrina Kamsani

  • Publication Year: 2025

  • Journal: Journal of Human Rights and Social Work


Digitalization Among Refugees Community in Malaysia / Digitalisasi di Kalangan Pelarian di Malaysia

  • Authors: Mohd Ramlan Mohd Arshad, Mohd Na’eim Ajis

  • Publication Year: 2023

  • Journal: Jurnal Komunikasi: Malaysian Journal of Communication


Linking the Antecedents of a Key Player in National’s Palm Oil Sector in Achieving Competitive Advantage: Moderating Effects of Organisation’s Age

  • Authors: Mohd Nazri Rabun, Mohd Ramlan Mohd Arshad, Mohd Hafiz Othman

  • Publication Year: 2023

  • Journal: International Journal of Business and Society


Digitalization among Refugees in Malaysia

  • Authors: Mohd Ramlan Mohd Arshad, Mohd Na’eim Ajis

  • Publication Year: 2022

  • Journal: Proceedings (MDPI)