K. M. Rahmatullah Rahat

Professional Summary

K.M. Rahmatullah Rahat is an accomplished economics professional with a strong academic record and growing research experience. He graduated first class first in both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Economics from the University of Barishal. He currently serves as a Lecturer in Economics at Bangladesh University of Business and Technology (BUBT), where he teaches courses such as Labor Economics, Microeconomics, Optimization Techniques, and Research Methodology. His professional experience spans multiple research assistantships, including projects on internal migration, climate-adaptation and urban development, as well as experience as a Soft Skills Trainer for marine cadets. Rahat has published articles in international journals on topics such as internet addiction among adolescents and the recreational valuation of coastal resources, and presented at international conferences on climate adaptation and resource management. Beyond academia, he has demonstrated leadership roles in student and youth organizations and earned national recognition in debate competitions, economic olympiads, and creative writing contests. His research interests focus on Environmental Economics, Behavioral Economics, Development Economics, and Health Economics, with a particular emphasis on addressing socio-economic and climate-related challenges in vulnerable regions.