Dr. Mohd Zulfabli Hasan
Dr. Mohd Zulfabli Bin Hasan is a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Management, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Johor Bahru. He holds expertise in Operations Management, Project Management, Lean Management, and Sustainability, with extensive experience in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses. He is actively involved in curriculum development, student supervision, and academic advisory roles, including serving as a co-supervisor for postgraduate students in management and supply chain–related fields. Dr. Zulfabli is highly engaged in research and innovation, leading and collaborating on numerous funded projects at national and institutional levels. His research interests focus on Lean Management practices, sustainability performance, service quality, community-based innovation, and the integration of lean thinking with higher education pedagogy. He has led research projects funded under schemes such as FRGS and institutional grants, and has authored academic publications, book chapters, and conference papers in these areas. Beyond academia, Dr. Zulfabli is deeply involved in community engagement and service-learning initiatives. He has spearheaded and advised multiple community-based programmes focusing on financial literacy, green innovation, recycled product development, SME empowerment, and B40 community development, aligning closely with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). He also plays an active role in organising large-scale academic and innovation events, including international exhibitions, industry summits, and student innovation competitions. His professional contributions extend to serving as a judge, jury member, programme director, and advisor for various academic, innovation, and industry-linked platforms, reflecting his strong commitment to impactful education, applied research, and sustainable community development.
Indexed-Articles (Scopus & Web of Science)
1. Analyzing the Role of Lean Management (5S) in Driving Sustainability and Efficiency in Malaysian Manufacturing Organizations. International Journal of Academic Research in Business & Social Sciences. http://dx.doi.org/10.6007/IJARBSS/v15-i3/24717
2.Developing an Ethno-Ecotourism Model for Tanjung Piai National Park: Enhancing Community Economy and Biodiversity Conservation. International Journal of Academic Research in Business & Social Sciences. http://dx.doi.org/10.6007/IJARBSS/v15-i4/25033
3.The Moderating Effect of Technological Innovation of Intellectual Capital to Firm Performance. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 14(12), 1945–1956. http://dx.doi.org/10.6007/IJARBSS/v14-i12/24153
4.The Relationship Between Students’ Digital Competency Skills and Adaptation to Industry 4.0 Learning Technologies. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 14(7), 622–632. http://dx.doi.org/10.6007/IJARBSS/v14-i7/21938
Book Chapters
1. SUSTAINABLE STRATEGIES FOR A RESILIENT FUTURE
2. UNIVERSITY SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVE
3. A TRIADIC PEDAGOGICAL APPROACH AND LEAN THINKING FOR COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Research Interest
Lean Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management
Number of PhD supervisees
Availability of Supervision
Yes
Research Title Available for Supervision
1. The Impact of Lean Management Practices on Operational and Sustainability Performance in Malaysian Manufacturing Firms
2. Integrating Lean Thinking and Service Quality to Enhance Customer Satisfaction in the Service Sector
3. Lean and Green Practices for Sustainable Operations: Evidence from Malaysian SMEs
4. The Role of Lean Management in Improving Project Performance and Organisational Effectiveness
5. Assessing the Effectiveness of Lean-Based Community Service Learning Programmes in Higher Education
