Dr Rana is a financial expert and Senior Lecturer in Finance at Birmingham City University, UK, where he serves as the Academic Lead for Partnerships and Apprenticeships within the Department of Accounting, Finance and Economics. In this capacity, he leads the strategic development of employer-facing programmes, including degree apprenticeships, and strengthens partnerships that bridge academic learning with industry needs.

As part of his portfolio, Dr Rana also oversees elements of Transnational Education (TNE), ensuring quality delivery and alignment with institutional standards across diverse contexts. He is recognised for his strategic insight and commitment to delivering impactful, practice-informed financial education.

Beyond academia, Dr Rana advises institutions and governmental bodies on financial economics, monetary systems, and fiscal policy design. His analytical expertise contributes to the development of progressive economic strategies, supporting decision-makers at both national and organisational levels.

Deeply committed to academic excellence and student success, Dr Rana fosters intellectually engaging learning environments. His work focuses on preparing the next generation of finance professionals with the critical thinking and strategic skills required to thrive in an ever-evolving global economy

As an expert speaker on precious metals economics, green finance, economic recovery, and sustainable development, Dr. Rana has made significant contributions at international conferences, finance summits, and various media platforms. His thought leadership regularly features across prominent media outlets including PTV World, SAMAA TV, Channel 24HD, SACH News, Dawn, The News, The Express Tribune, Bauer Media Group, and others.

Currently, he is engaged in various research projects that focus on carbon markets, central bank digital currency volatilities, precious metals pricing and SMEs’ access to finance.