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CURRICULUM VITAE

DR. NINA SAKINAH BINTI AHMAD ROFAIE
DR. NINA SAKINAH BINTI AHMAD ROFAIE
Senior Lecturer
Department of Decision Science
Faculty of Business and Economics

BIOGRAPHY


Dr. Nina Sakinah Ahmad Rofaie is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Decision Science, Faculty of Business and Economics, Universiti Malaya. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Science, a Master’s degree in Applied Statistics, and a PhD in Mathematical Modelling from Universiti Malaya. Her academic expertise includes applied statistics, data analytics, performance measurement, benchmarking, efficiency analysis, and Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA), with a focus on applying quantitative methods to complex business, social, and industry challenges.

Her research interests encompass the halal economy, halal industry, low-carbon development, performance measurement, applied statistics, and social statistics. Her halal research focuses on halal talent development, halal training, halal consumer behaviour, halal market growth, and Muslim-friendly tourism. Her emerging sustainability research explores decarbonisation, environmental performance, energy efficiency, and carbon emissions.

Dr. Nina has contributed to national research and consultancy initiatives, including Malaysia’s National Halal Policy 2035, halal talent development, halal market outlook, and Muslim-friendly tourism. She has published in peer-reviewed journals and contributed to books, conference proceedings, policy papers, and technical reports. Her interdisciplinary research integrates quantitative methods with business and social science perspectives to generate evidence-based insights for industry, policymakers, and society. She is also actively involved in academic leadership, postgraduate supervision, research evaluation, and professional service, with a commitment to advancing data-driven decision-making and sustainable development.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE


  • STATISTICS FOR QUALITY AND PRODUCTIVITY MEASUREMENT
    Formal Sciences, Statistical Studies, Statistics
  • GREEN TECHNOLOGY/LOW CARBON TECHNOLOGY
    Applied Social Science And Humanities, Management, Science, Technology And Innovation (sti) Management

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION


  • PhD, (PERMODELAN MATEMATIK)
    Universiti Malaya (UM)
  • MASTER DEGREE, (Applied Statistics)
    Universiti Malaya (UM)
  • Bachelor Degree, (Science)
    Universiti Malaya (UM)

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES


  • Business Administration Programme Coordinator
    01 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 (Deputy Dean's (undergraduate) Office, Faculty of Business and Economics)
  • Ketua Jawatankuasa Kecil bagi Jawatankuasa Etika Penyelidikan Kemanusiaan Universiti Malaya – Bukan Perubatan (UMREC)
    02 Mar 2026 - 01 Mar 2028 (University Malaya)
  • Committee Members
    01 Oct 2025 - 30 Sep 2027 (University Malaya)
  • Exhibitor Universiti Malaya Mega Open Day
    22 Aug 2026 - 22 Aug 2026 (University Malaya)
  • Exhibitor Jom Masuk Universiti 2026
    18 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2026 (University Malaya)
  • Committee Members
    06 Jan 2025 - 05 Jan 2026 (University Malaya)
  • Task Force Member
    19 Jun 2024 - 19 Jun 2024 (University Malaya)

PUBLICATIONS


Article in Journal
WoS
  1. Rofaie, NSA; Phoong, SW; Talib, MA (2026). Bootstrap data envelopment analysis of the efficiency of LED and HPS lamps used in Malaysian public lighting, LIGHTING RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY. . doi:10.1177/14771535251396414
  2. Rofaie, Nina Sakinah Ahmad; Phoong, Seuk Wai; Mutalib, Muzalwana Abdul Talib Abdul (2022). Light-Emitting Diode (LED) versus High-Pressure Sodium Vapour (HPSV) Efficiency: A Data Envelopment Analysis Approach with Undesirable Output, ENERGIES. 15(13). doi:10.3390/en15134589
ESCI
  1. Sulaiman, Ainin; Rofaie, Nina Sakinah Ahmad; Lestari, L. A.; Rohman, Abdul; Zakaria, Zalina; Ramli, Siti Qhairunissa (2025). UNDERSTANDING YOUTH CONSUMERS OF HALAL COSMETICS: A CROSS-COUNTRY STUDY OF MALAYSIA AND INDONESIA, JATI-JOURNAL OF SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES. 30(1), 67-107. doi:10.22452/jati.vol30no1.3
  2. Sulaiman, Ainin; Shin, Kay Yin; Rofaie, Nina (2019). Personality traits and internet addiction among selected financial institution employees, INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ETHICS AND SYSTEMS. 35(2), 260-271. doi:10.1108/IJOES-12-2017-0220
Scopus
  1. Rofaie N.S.A., Phoong S.W., Talib M.A. (2026). Bootstrap data envelopment analysis of the efficiency of LED and HPS lamps used in Malaysian public lighting, Lighting Research and Technology. . doi:10.1177/14771535251396414
  2. Azhar M.A.Z., Zakaria Z., Rofaie N.S.A., Razaly M.M. (2025). Preliminary Analysis of Consumer Awareness Levels Regarding Halal Chicken Purchases in Selangor, Journal of Shariah Law Research. 10(2), 151-168. doi:10.22452/jslr.vol10no2.3
  3. Azhar M.A.Z.B., Zakaria Z.B., Ahmad Rofaie N.S.B. (2025). PERSAMAAN DAN PERBEZAAN DALAM PENYEMBELIHAN AGAMA: ISLAM (DHABI A) DAN YAHUDI (SHECHITA) Similarities and Differences in Religious Slaughter: Islamic (Dhabi a) and Jewish (Shechita), Jurnal Fiqh. 22(2), 207-234. doi:10.22452/fiqh.vol22no2.1
  4. Rofaie N.S.A., Shoid N.Z.M., Zakaria Z. (2024). A glimpse of halal talent development in Malaysia, Innovative Ventures and Strategies in Islamic Business. , 397-414. doi:10.4018/979-8-3693-3980-0.ch019
  5. Rofaie N.S.A., Phoong S.W., Talib M.A., Sulaiman A. (2023). Light-emitting diode (LED) research: A bibliometric analysis during 2003 2018, Quality and Quantity. 57(1), 173-191. doi:10.1007/s11135-022-01314-y
  6. Sulaiman A., Shin K.Y., Rofaie N. (2019). Personality traits and internet addiction among selected financial institution employees, International Journal of Ethics and Systems. 35(2), 260-271. doi:10.1108/IJOES-12-2017-0220
Others
  1. Alam, M. A. Z., & Rofaie, N. S. A. (2026). Financial Literacy Research Evolution in Asia: A Bibliometric Analysis During 2000–2023, Journal of Wealth Management & Financial Planning, 13/August 2026, 3-24.
  2. Junuh, M. R., Hussin, M. N. M., Rofaie, N. S. A., & Safira, M. E. (2026). Perkahwinan Pasangan Muda Menurut Perspektif Fish dan Undang-Undang KJeluarga Islam di Malaysia: Young Couple’s Marriage from the Perspective of Fiqh and Islamic Family Law in Malaysia. Journal of Shariah Law Research, 11(1), 257-280.
  3. Rofaie, N. S. A., & Shoid, N. Z. M. (2024). Mapping Halal Research in the Mediterranean: A Bibliometric Analysis. Mediterranean review, 17(1), 19-51.
  4. Rofaie, N. S., Nazal, N. Y., Azlan, N. N., & Khezrimotlagh, D. (2014). The Relative Efficiency of Investment Programs in Agriculture: Using Kourosh and Arash Model. Scholars Journal of Economics, Business and Management, 1(11), 580-585.
Chapter in Books
  1. Rofaie, N. S. A., Shoid, N. Z. M., & Zakaria, Z. (2025). A Glimpse of Halal Talent Development in Malaysia. In Innovative Ventures and Strategies in Islamic Business (pp. 397-414). IGI Global Scientific Publishing.
Article in Proceeding
  1. Azizan, N., A., Rofaie, N. S. A., & Zakaria, Z. (2025, Oct. 8-9). Role of Halal training providers in shaping Halal education in Malaysia. Proceedings of the 2nd International Halal Ecosystem (pp.124). HAL Focus Asia Research & Publication.
  2. Rofaie, N. S. A., Shoid, N. S. M., & Zakaria, Z. (2025, Oct. 8-9). An evaluation of halal talent development implementation: Issues and challenges faced by halal training providers in Malaysia. Proceedings of the 2nd International Halal Ecosystem (pp.122). HAL Focus Asia Research & Publication.
  3. Ramli, S. Q., Rofaie, N. S. A., Zakaria, Z., & Sulaiman, A. (2024). Halal Cosmetics Consumption Behaviour Among Malaysian Youths. In Sulaiman, A. (Ed.), Abstracts of the International Conference on Business, Accounting and Finance 2023: Embracing New Business Paradigm Shifts (IAC2023), 25-26 February 2023, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. AIJR Publisher, p. 20.
Other Publications
  1. Rofaie, N. S. A., Zakaria, Z., Pauzi, N. (2026). Penstrukturan Semula Pembangunan Eksekutif Halal Malaysia: Daripada Penyampaian Program kepada Tadbir Urus Ekosistem Bakat Halal [Policy Paper]. Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM). - Policy Paper
  2. JABATAN KEMAJUAN ISLAM MALAYSIA (2025) LAPORAN INTERIM 1 DASAR HALAL NEGARA 2035 DAN PELAN DASAR TINDAKAN DASAR HALAL NEGARA 2030 - Technical Report
  3. Rofaie, N. S. A. (2025, June 13). DHN perkasa bakat halal negara, terajui industri global. Berita RTM. https://berita.rtm.gov.my/laporan-khas/kolum/senarai-berita-kolumnis/senarai-artikel/dhn-perkasa-bakat-halal-negara,-terajui-industri-global - Mass Media(newspaper,radio,tv,popular Magazine)

RESEARCH INTEREST


  • Halal economy (Global Halal Economy, Halal Market Growth & Dynamics, Socio-Economic Impact)
  • Low-carbon development (Decarbonisation, Environmental Performance, Energy Efficiency, Carbon Emissions)
  • Halal industry (Halal Industry Growth, Muslim-Friendly Tourism & Hospitality, Halal Consumer Behavior & Intentions, Halal Marketing & Branding Strategies)
  • Performance measurement (Data Envelopment Analysis, Optimization, Benchmarking, Efficiency)
  • Applied statistics (Data analytics)
  • Social statistics (Economics, Education, Employment, Health)

RESEARCH PROJECT


National
  1. 2023 - 2026, Bantuan Khas Penyelidikan (BKP Special)
    An Evaluation Of Halal Talent Development Implementation: A Study On Halal Training Providers In Malaysia ( Principal Investigator(PI))
  2. 2024 - 2026, Universiti Malaya Centre of Research Grant (CORG)
    Developing a Comprehensive National Halal Policy ( Co-Researcher)
University
  1. 2024 - 2026, University Grant
    Optimizing Resource Allocation And Training Opportunities In Ruka: A Data-driven Approach To Enhance Doctor Training And Patient Care ( Co-Researcher)
  2. 2024 - 2026, Bantuan Khas Penyelidikan (BKP Special)
    Financial Well-being Among Adults: A Comprehensive Examination ( Co-Researcher)

CONSULTANCY PROJECT


  • Projek Perkhidmatan Membangun, Mendokumentasi, Membekal dan Menghantar Dasar Halal Negara 2035 dan Pelan Tindakan Dasar Halal Negara 2030, Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM)
    15 May 2024 - 14 May 2026 (National)
  • Service Provider for The Development of the Halal Market Outlook Report 2026 (Brazil & Egypt), Halal Development Corporation (HDC)
    01 May 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 (National)
  • Assessing the Muslim-Friendly Tourism Landscape in Sarawak: Perceptions, Service Gaps, and Strategic Recommendations, Owl & Badger (OB Research) Sdn Bhd
    01 Jun 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 (National)

PAPER PRESENTED


Oral Presenter
  1. An Evaluation of Halal Talent Development Implementation: Issues and Challenges Faced by Halal Training Providers in Malaysia, 2nd International Halal Ecosystem Conference Osaka 2025, HAL Focus Asia Research & Publication (International) (08 Oct 2025 - 09 Oct 2025)
  2. Mapping halal research in Mediterranean: A bibliometric analysis, Asian Federation of Mediterranean Studies Institutes IV Biennial International Conference: Spaces of familiarity difference in the Mediterranean, Asian Federation of Mediterranean Studies Institutes (AFOMEDI) (International) (18 Mar 2024 - 19 Mar 2024)
Poster Presenter
  1. Role of Halal Training Providers in Shaping Halal Education in Malaysia, 2nd International Halal Ecosystem Conference Osaka 2025, HAL Focus Asia Research & Publication (International) (08 Oct 2025 - 09 Oct 2025)
  2. ANALISIS AWAL TAHAP KESEDARAN PENGGUNA TERHADAP PEMBELIAN AYAM HALAL DI SELANGOR, The 6th International Conference on Halal: Policy, Culture and Sustainability Issues, Universitas Muslim Indonesia (International) (21 Nov 2024 - 21 Nov 2024)
  3. ROLE OF HALAL TRAINING PROVIDERS IN SHAPING HALAL EDUCATION IN MALAYSIA, The 6th International Conference on Halal: Policy, Culture and Sustainability Issues, Universitas Muslim Indonesia (International) (21 Nov 2024 - 21 Nov 2024)
  4. TREND PENYELIDIKAN HALAL DI NEGARA MABIMS DAN THAILAND: SATU KAJIAN BIBLIOMETRIK, The 6th International Conference on Halal: Policy, Culture and Sustainability Issues, Universitas Muslim Indonesia (International) (21 Nov 2024 - 21 Nov 2024)

ACADEMIC/ PROF. SERVICES


Evaluation
  1. (2026) Internal Examiner for Colloquium 7/2026 Proposal Defence - Zhu Xinyu (23083483/1), University, (Internal Examiner)
  2. (2026) Reviewer for 2026 Faculty of Business Research Grants, University, (Reviewer)
  3. (2026) Internal Examiner for Colloquium 6/2026 Proposal Defence - Xu Yin (22099604/1), University, (Internal Examiner)
  4. (2026) Internal Examiner for Colloquium 6/2026 Proposal Defence - Nie Ziqing (23078102/1), University, (Internal Examiner)
  5. (2026) Internal Examiner for Colloquium 5/2026 Proposal Defence - Ye Zijian (24081260/1), University, (Internal Examiner)
  6. (2025) Evaluation Panel for The Presentation of The PhD Proposal Defense Seminar - Liuni (s2180051/1), University, (Internal Examiner)
  7. (2025) Invitation to Serve as Committee Member for Candidature Defence: Ling Chen (s2149636/1), University, (Internal Examiner)
  8. (2025) Internal Examiner for Doctoral Thesis Examination: Bing Fu (s2149680/1), University, (Internal Examiner)
Contribution to External Organisation
  1. (2026) Invited Speaker for Data to Discovery: a Postgraduate's Guide to Spss Workshop, National, (Resource Person)
  2. (2024) Moderator and Evaluator at The 6th International Conference On Halal: Policy, Culture and Sustainability Issues, International, (Resource Person)
  3. (2024) Invited Consultant for Fieldwork and Questionnaire Research Phase 2 (thailand), International, (Resource Person)
  4. (2024) Invited Speaker for Quantitative Research Method Workshop in Universitas Indonesia, International, (Resource Person)
  5. (2024) Invited Guest Lecturer for PhD Research Methodology Module in University Malaya- Wales, National, (Resource Person)
Contribution to Event
  1. (2026) Participant for Workshop On Accelerating Freight Transport Decarbonisation in The Imt-gt: Policy, Industry, and Regional Collaboration Towards Low-carbon Logistics, International, (Participant)
  2. (2025) Academic Judge at The The International Transdisciplinary Research Conference (intrac) 2025, University, (Panelist/Moderator)
  3. (2025) Pensyarah Pengiring Program Mobiliti Outbound Ke National University of Singapore, Singapura 4-7 Mei 2025, University, (Participant)
  4. (2024) Rapporteur for Asean Halal Roundtable Dialogue 2024, International, (Participant)

SUPERVISION


Postgraduate Student
  1. (2025) THE PREDICTED IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON VISITOR ARRIVALS, LIUYUMEI
  2. (2025) The Impact of Strategic Sustainability Practices on Environmental Performance, Environmental Reputation and Brand Performance in the Construction Industry, SARAVANAN A/L SELVARAJA
  3. (2025) INDEKS KESEJAHTERAAN PASANGAN MUDA MENURUT PERUNDANGAN ISLAM DI MALAYSIA, MUHAMMAD RASYDAN BIN JUNUH
  4. (2025) Challenges in Managing Halal Executive Training Program: A Study on Public University’s Halal Training Providers in Malaysia, NOR AFZAN BINTI AZIZAN
  5. (2025) Consumer Awareness Towards the Purchase of Halal Chicken and Its Implications in the Legal Context: A Study in the State of Selangor, MUHAMMAD AFIF ZAKWAN BIN AZHAR
  6. (2024) Digital Transformation In The Restaurant Industry: Exploring The Impact On Consumer Purchase Behavio, LI XINYING
  7. (2023) Consumer Preferences In E-Payment Methods: A Study Of The Malaysian Retail Sector, BENJAMIN TAN WEI YUAN

TEACHING


Bachelor
  1. (2024) EIA1012 - Mathematics
  2. (2024) CIX1004 - Quantitative Analysis for Business
  3. (2024) EIA2017 - Statistics Ii
  4. (2024) EIE2001 - Survey and Sampling Methods
  5. (2023) CIX1003 - Business Statistics
  6. (2023) EIA1012 - Mathematics
  7. (2023) CIX1004 - Quantitative Analysis for Business
  8. (2023) EIE2001 - Survey and Sampling Methods
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)
  1. (2026) CIX1004 - Quantitative Analysis for Business
  2. (2026) EIA1012 - Mathematics
  3. (2025) CIX1004 - Quantitative Analysis for Business
  4. (2026) CIX1004 - Quantitative Analysis for Business
  5. (2025) EIA1012 - Mathematics
  6. (2026) EIA1012 - Mathematics

PATENT/ IPR


  • Kesedaran Pengguna Terhadap Pembelian Ayam Halal di Selangor
    COPYRIGHT

COURSE ATTENDED


Internal/ External Course
  1. SAS TRAINING, TRAINING ROOM GEORGETOWN, SAS INSTITUTE SDN BHD, NO.11-B, MENARA IQ, LOT C7.11, PERSIARAN TRX, TUN RAZAK EXCHANGE, 55188 KUALA LUMPUR. (27 Apr 2026 - 29 Apr 2026)
  2. INTERNATIONAL HALAL ECOSYSTEM CONFERENCE 2025, OSAKA, KANSAI (07 Oct 2025 - 10 Oct 2025)
  3. ASIAN FEDERATION OF MEDITERRANEAN STUDIES INSTITUTES (AFOMEDI) CONFERENCE, ACADEMIA SINICA, TAIPEI, TAIWAN (17 Mar 2024 - 20 Mar 2024)