Abbas Mammadov

  1. PhD Student
Email Addressabbas.mammadov@wsu.edu
LocationJohnson Tower 706

Biography

I am a PhD Candidate in Political Science from Baku, Azerbaijan.

My research examines the role of political leadership in shaping decision-making processes, with a focus on how leaders’ personal qualities influence foreign policy outcomes. I am particularly interested in international security, conflict resolution, and the role of military alliances in shaping the global political landscape.

Research Interests

  • International Relations and Security Studies
  • Political Psychology and Leadership Studies
  • Post-Soviet Politics and Eurasian Studies

Committee Members

  • Thomas Preston
  • Anthony C. Lopez
  • Jacob Lewis

Education and Training

Education

  • Doctor of Philosophy in Political Science and Government, Washington State University (Pullman, WA, USA)
  • Master of Business Administration, Quantic School of Business and Technology (Washington, D.C., USA)
  • Master of Arts in International Relations, LUISS Guido Carli University (Rome, Italy)
  • Master of Arts in International Relations, MGIMO University (Moscow, Russia)
  • Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Baku State University (Baku, Azerbaijan)

Training

  • IBM Data Science Professional Certificate

Awards, honors and achievements

  • H. Paul Castleberry Graduate Fellowship in International Relations
    (Washington State University)
  • Burlington Northern Foundation Graduate Fellowship
    (Washington State University)
  • Claudius O. and Mary W. Johnson Graduate Fellowship in Political Science (Washington State University)
  • Paul L. Beckett Graduate Fellowship in Public Administration (Washington State University)
  • Baku 2015 Certificate (European Games)
  • The Best Student of the Year Award (Baku State University)
  • Certificate of Honor for winning the 6th Open University Championships (Baku State University)

Outside of work, I enjoy…

sports, reading, listening to music, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.