- PhD Student
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.