Djurayeva Muxayyo Ilxamovna

Mukhayyo Djuraeva is an applied economist specializing in development and agricultural

economics, with a strong focus on farm productivity, technical efficiency, and technology

adoption in transition economies. Her research combines rigorous econometric methods with

policy-relevant analysis, addressing issues related to agricultural extension services, crop

diversification, farm resilience, and gender outcomes in agriculture.

PhD Candidate (Economics) — Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, Germany (expected 2025)

Thesis: Heterogeneous Farm Systems and Their Effects on Agricultural Productivity in Central Asia

MSc Development Economics — University of Birmingham, UK (2016)

MA International Finance — Tashkent Institute of Finance, Uzbekistan (2012)

BA Finance — Tashkent Institute of Finance, Uzbekistan (2009)

Senior Lecturer, Economics Department — International Agriculture University (IAU), Tashkent (Aug 2023 – Jan 2025)

1. Delivered core economics and econometrics courses and supervised research-oriented student work.
2. Supported curriculum delivery across applied economics, research skills, and international finance modules.

Associate Lecturer, Economics Department — Westminster International University in Tashkent (Aug 2017 – Jan 2019)

1. Taught undergraduate economics modules and supported student learning through structured assessments and consultations.

Senior Expert (part-time), Securities Market & Legislation — Capital Markets Development Agency of Uzbekistan (Jan 2017 – Jul 2018)

1. Contributed to market analysis and regulatory improvement initiatives related to securities markets.

Senior Banking Specialist (Trade Finance / FX & Remittances / Internal Audit) — JSC “KDB Bank Uzbekistan” (Jul 2012 – Sep 2015)

1. Worked across trade finance operations, foreign currency/remittance services, and internal audit functions.

Junior Expert, Securities Market (Corporate Financial Reporting) — Capital Markets Development Agency of Uzbekistan (Jul 2010 – Jan 2012)