The Capital Market Authority (CMA) aims to enhance the Saudi Capital market's presence in scientific literature through its research agenda program. The program seeks to foster communication between researchers and practitioners in the capital markets sector, promote knowledge exchange, and improve the quality of research and studies. Additionally, it supports policy-making and decision-making based on scientific studies while raising the level of financial awareness among market participants.
The CMA periodically invites applications for the Research Agenda Program, reflecting its social responsibility toward the research community and participants in the financial market.
The Scientific Committee of the Research Agenda Program
The Scientific Committee of the Research Agenda Program was established in 2024 by a decision from the CMA's board. This committee is part of the CMA's efforts to support and develop research in the Saudi capital market and enhance research partnerships, thereby enriching scientific inquiry in this field.
The objectives of the Scientific Committee of the Research Agenda Program
The Scientific Committee of the Research Agenda Program aims to establish the general policy for the program. Its goals include increasing both the quantity and quality of research that supports the Saudi capital market. The committee also seeks to improve the data and information environment related to the capital market and to enhance research partnerships between institutions in the capital market sector and universities, as well as research centers.
Members of the Scientific Committee
The committee's second session includes a group of academic and professional members with extensive experience in research and publishing in peer-reviewed scientific journals. The members are:
1. Dr. Murya Saad Habbash (Chairman)
2. Dr. Abdullah Abdulrahman Alshwer
3. Dr. Asem Khalid Alhomaidi
4. Dr. Heba Abed Gazzaz
5. Dr. Haitham AL-Zoubi
6. Dr. Saad Saleh Alshammari
7. Dr. Abdulrahman Nabil Alsaleh
Launching the Fifth Batch of the Research Agenda Program
The launch date and approved research areas will be announced soon.
How to Apply
1- Periods for reviewing and assessing research proposals
It will be announced soon.
2- Requirements for Research Proposals
Research proposals submitted by researchers, are evaluated based on specific internal models. These evaluations consider several key criteria, including the experience of the researcher or research team, the feasibility of implementing the research project, the originality of the research and its potential contribution to knowledge, as well as the clarity of the research objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes.
3- How to Submit Research Proposals
- Researchers can submit their proposals by filling out the research proposal submission form and share it via the research agenda email.
