Mutasem Barsiq
Amman
Summary
Accomplished economist and CBDC specialist with over 8 years of experience in FinTech, digital banking, and economic research. Published 17 peer-reviewed articles and trained over 200 professionals in CBDC frameworks and digital finance. Expertise in developing policy briefs, conducting high-impact research, and delivering executive education. Seeking to leverage extensive knowledge in CBDC systems and FinTech to drive innovation and policy development in a forward-thinking organization.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Economist (Remote Job)
Statistical Studies.ec
Quito
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Analyzed economic trends to support strategic decision-making processes.
- Conducted research on market conditions and consumer behavior patterns.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to assess economic impacts on projects.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings and recommendations for stakeholders.
- Presented analytical results to management for informed policy formulation.
Doctoral Researcher and Educator in Digital Economics and Fentech
Tomsk Polytechnic University
Tomsk
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Led pioneering research on the economic implications of CBDC adoption, focusing on monetary policy transmission mechanisms in emerging markets.
- Designed and taught a graduate course on "Digital Currencies and Financial Stability," incorporating case studies from China's e-CNY and the digital euro project.
- Developed a simulation model for central banks to assess the impact of CBDC on bank disintermediation, which was presented at the International FinTech Conference 2023.
- Delivered keynote speeches at over 10 international conferences, including the Global CBDC Summit, presenting on "Interoperability Challenges in Cross-Border CBDC Transactions."
- Authored 17 peer-reviewed articles on CBDC and FinTech topics in leading economic journals.
- Delivered 300+ executive education hours.
Economist Training and Capacity Building (Fintech Focus)
My Business
Tomsk
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Created a comprehensive training program on "FinTech Regulation and Compliance," adopted by three regional banks, enhancing their regulatory adherence by 30%.
- Organized roundtables on "Regulatory Sandboxes for FinTech Innovation," attracting over 50 startups and regulatory bodies.
- Authored a policy brief on "AML/CFT in Tokenized Economies," which was instrumental in shaping Russia's digital Ruble pilot regulatory framework.
Program Manager
Tomsk State University
Tomsk
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Coordinated and managed comprehensive youth development programs aligned with the university’s mission to foster holistic student growth.
- Led cross-border academic coordination, building partnerships with local and international universities to promote academic collaboration and exchange programs.
- Provided guidance to students, addressing their aspirations and challenges while enhancing academic outcomes.
- Contributed to academic research and peer-reviewed articles in economic journals, advancing the university’s intellectual community.
Compliance Officer
Bank Audi
Amman
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Ensured regulatory adherence during the early-stage digital banking evolution in Jordan.
- Regulatory Compliance: Implemented AML/KYC policies aligned with Jordanian Central Bank regulations, establishing foundations for later fintech and digital banking developments.
- Financial Safeguards: Developed internal controls for transaction monitoring—experience now applicable to crypto compliance frameworks.
- Data Protection: Conducted privacy impact assessments (PIAs) using GDPR standards, skills that are transferable to data security.
- Process Optimization: Reduced audit discrepancies by 25%, demonstrating the ability to adapt systems to new financial technologies.
Head Teller
Bank Audi
03.2016 - 01.2018
- Supervised daily cash handling and balancing for efficient branch operations.
- Trained and mentored new tellers on banking procedures and customer service standards.
- Assisted customers with transactions, account inquiries, and product information.
- Managed cash drawer and prepared reports for daily financial activities.
- Implemented security measures to protect against fraud and ensure safe operations.
- Reconciled daily transactions with the general ledger system using specialized software programs.
Customer Service Representative
Bank Audi
03.2015 - 03.2016
Bank Teller
Bank Audi
04.2014 - 03.2015
Education
Doctoral Degree - Economics
Tomsk Polytechnic University
Tomsk, Russia01.2024
Masters Degree - Finance and Credit
Tomsk State University
Tomsk, Russia01.2021
Bachelor Degree - Accounting Information System
AL- Balqa Applied University
AL-Salt, Jordan01.2014
Skills
- Financial technology, digital finance
- Economic modeling
- Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDC)
- Central bank capacity building
- Stakeholder engagement and workshops
- Academic leadership and teaching
- Fintech curriculum development
- Graduate-level course design (digital banking, blockchain economics)
- Research methodologies for financial innovation
- Thesis and dissertation supervision in fintech
- Economic policy and regulation
- Regulatory frameworks for digital assets
- Monetary policy in digital economies
- Financial inclusion strategies
- GDPR and data security in fintech
- Qualitative research
- Quantitative research
- MS office
- Research presentation
- Fintech regulation
- Economic policy analysis
Websites
Training
- Workshops and Training
- TOEFL IBT (2010)
- Demonstrated strong comprehension in academic reading and listening contexts.
- Showcased proficiency in structured academic writing.
- Python for Finance and Economics (2021)
- Acquired hands-on expertise in Python programming, focusing on data analysis and visualization tailored to finance and economic applications.
- Gained proficiency in financial modeling, economic forecasting, and leveraging Python libraries such as pandas, NumPy, and Matplotlib for advanced analytics.
- SAP TERP 10 (2014)
- Comprehensive ERP Knowledge: Proficient in the integration and functionality of core SAP modules, including Financial Accounting (FI), Materials Management (MM), Sales and Distribution (SD), and Production Planning (PP).
- Business Process Expertise: In-depth understanding of key business processes supported by SAP, such as procurement, production, and customer order management.
- Microsoft Office Proficiency (2016)
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for professional documentation, data analysis, and presentations.
- Expertise in Microsoft Outlook for efficient communication, scheduling, and team collaboration.
- Conferences and Seminars (2018–2025)
- Active participation in international and regional conferences focused on youth empowerment, economic development, and the digital economy.
- Delivered keynote speeches and presentations on topics such as financial literacy, youth economic engagement, and digital finance.
- Organized and facilitated workshops to mentor young professionals in economic research, entrepreneurship, and inclusive workplace strategies.
- Represented academic and professional institutions at cross-border seminars, fostering knowledge exchange and collaboration.
- Attended the 'Advanced Research Methods in Economics' workshop (2022)
- ASCA Workshop 2023
- ASCA Workshop 2022
- Chartered Economist (Ch. E) Candidate (2025)
- Comprehensive understanding of economic theory and practical techniques.
- Proficient in economic principles and market analysis.
- Skilled in econometrics and statistical methods for data interpretation.
- Knowledgeable in wealth management and financial planning strategies.
- Understanding of international trade and global economic trends.
- Developed critical thinking for informed decision-making in economics.
Languages
Arabic
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Russian
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Timeline
Environmental Economist (Remote Job)
Statistical Studies.ec
01.2025 - 06.2025
Doctoral Researcher and Educator in Digital Economics and Fentech
Tomsk Polytechnic University
01.2023 - 05.2024
Economist Training and Capacity Building (Fintech Focus)
My Business
01.2021 - 10.2022
Program Manager
Tomsk State University
01.2019 - 01.2021
Compliance Officer
Bank Audi
01.2018 - 08.2018
Head Teller
Bank Audi
03.2016 - 01.2018
Customer Service Representative
Bank Audi
03.2015 - 03.2016
Bank Teller
Bank Audi
04.2014 - 03.2015
Doctoral Degree - Economics
Tomsk Polytechnic University
Masters Degree - Finance and Credit
Tomsk State University
Bachelor Degree - Accounting Information System
AL- Balqa Applied University
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