I earned my Ph.D. degree in Economics
from Georgetown University, Washington, D.C. Before that, I obtained an M.A.
degree in Economics from Central European University, studying in the United
Kingdom and Hungary for two years. I received my undergraduate degree in
Economics from Sofia University, Bulgaria, spending one semester
at Université des Sciences et Technologies de Lille, France, in a
TEMPUS program, sponsored by the European Union.
I joined the faculty of the College of
Business at Governors State University in 2011. Previously, I was teaching
Economics at California State University, Fullerton. I have also worked as a
consultant on various projects at the World Bank in Washington, D.C.
Research
I am an Economist with primary
research and teaching interests in International Economics, Renewable Energy,
Economic Development and Industrial Organization. My research focuses on the
impact of quality of institutions and legal systems in different countries on
their international trade patterns, outsourcing, foreign direct investment,
location of firms, and currently – their investment in renewable energy.
I have published in journals such
as: The International Journal of Environmental
Sustainability, Journal of Strategic Innovation and
Sustainability, Journal of International Business Research and
Practice, The Journal of Developing Areas, Journal of Finance and
Economics, International Economic Journal, The International Trade
Journal, Journal of Institutional and Theoretical Economics, Journal of
Economic Development, and in World Bank Publications.
Teaching
My favorite aspect of teaching at GSU
is being part of all the new developments taking place in this University, and
in the College of Business (AACSB accreditation), together with the great
potential for innovation and growth.
One of the most rewarding experiences
of my position is the opportunity to be involved in the development of the new
B.A. program in Economics. I regularly teach the following courses:
- Foundations of Economics - ECON 6100 (MBA/graduate)
- Research Methods in Economics - ECON 4900 (Capstone)
- International Economics - ECON 3099 (Junior seminar)
- Economics of the European Union – ECON 3111
- Managerial Economics - ECON 3404
- Principles of Macroeconomics - ECON 2302
Service
Working at GSU allows me the
opportunity to provide valuable service to the University and the larger
community. I have enjoyed serving on many committees within the College of
Business (Strategic Management Committee, Assessment of Learning Committee, College
Curriculum Committee, Economics Faculty Recruitment Committee, etc.) and the
University (Faculty Professional Development Committee, Global Studies
Committee, General Education Council, Faculty Senate, Graduate Council, etc.)
focused on enhancing student learning experiences and faculty development. I am
also involved in several professional organizations and journals.
Curriculum Vitae: Dr. Mengova