Dr. Habbash’s career reflects a distinguished path across academia, governance institutions, and financial markets. He has consistently combined scholarly depth with regulatory insight, shaping policies and frameworks that strengthen transparency, accountability, and investor confidence in Saudi Arabia.
Board Member
Dr. Murya bin Saad Al-Habbash
By Royal Decree, Dr. Murya Habbash has been appointed as a Board Member of the Capital Market Authority (CMA). With extensive expertise in corporate governance, accounting, financial markets, and investment, he brings more than two decades of academic and executive leadership to one of the Kingdom’s most strategic regulatory bodies.
Career Journey
– Head of Corporate Services – Governance Center, Public Investment Fund (PIF) – CEO – Corporate Governance Center, King Khalid University – Chairman, Accounting Department – King Khalid University – Governance Advisor – National Center for Non-Profit Sector Development and the Capital Market Authority
Boards & Committees
– Chairman – Saudi Governance Association – Board Member – Baladi Poultry Company – Chairman – Audit Committee, Governance Center (PIF) – Chairman – Governance, Compliance & Risk Committee, Tabuk Agricultural Development Company – Chairman – Audit Committee, Baladi Poultry Company – Member – Governance & Risk Committees, Buruj Cooperative Insurance – Board Member – Salama Cooperative Insurance – Member – Nomination & Remuneration Committee, Tabuk Agricultural Development Company
Academic Background & Professional Certifications
– Ph.D. in Accounting & Finance – Durham University, UK – Master’s in Accounting & Finance – University of Birmingham, UK – Bachelor’s in Accounting – King Khalid University, Saudi Arabia – Diploma in Entrepreneurship – University of Michigan, USA
Professional Certifications
– Certified in Governance, Risk, and Compliance Audit (GRCA) – Certified in Governance, Risk, and Compliance Professional (GRCP) – General Securities Qualification (CME) – Fellowship – Saudi Organization for Chartered and Professional Accountants (SOCPA)
Leadership Impact
Through his blend of academic expertise, governance leadership, and regulatory experience, Dr. Murya Habbash continues to advance corporate governance practices and strengthen investor protection frameworks. His appointment to the CMA Board underscores the Kingdom’s commitment to enhancing market integrity and aligning with global best practices, in line with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.
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