Biography
Dr. Vishakha Maskey is a Professor of Management and Economics in the Gary E. West College of Business at West Liberty University. She is dedicated to student-centered teaching and the development of innovative learning experiences that connect theory with real-world business and economic challenges. Her teaching interests span management, economics, international business, social entrepreneurship, and sustainability-related topics.
Before joining West Liberty University, Dr. Maskey held research and teaching appointments at West Virginia University and the University of Maine and worked with organizations including the World Wildlife Fund and the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development in Nepal. These experiences have provided her with a strong interdisciplinary and international perspective.
Her research interests include sustainability, corporate social responsibility, behavioral and applied economics, international education, pedagogical innovation, and assessment of student learning. She has been recognized with the Faculty Excellence in Teaching and Service Award from West Liberty University and the Excellence in Scholarship Award from the Gary E. West College of Business for her contributions to teaching, research, and academic excellence.
Education
Ph. D. Resource Management and Sustainable Development, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV
M. S. Resource Economics and Policy, University of Maine, Orono, Maine
Professional Experiences
AACSB Post Doctorate Bridge to Business Certificate in Marketing and Management
Most Recent Publications and Presentations
Relevant Publications
Karki, D., and Maskey, V. (2025). From ritual to regulation: A historical and policy review of rural water financing in Nepal. In Essays on public policy issues in Nepal (KUSOMPL-01-2025, pp. 26-43). KUSOM Policy Lab and GIZ, Kathmandu University School of Management, Department of Public Policy.
Maskey, V., and Bajracharya, S. (2016). Students awareness, values, perceptions, and behaviors toward environmental sustainability: A comparative study. International Journal of Sustainability Education, 12(3)
Maskey, V., and Simmons, A. (2014). Honors Students’ Individual Attitude and Perception Towards Globalization and International Trade: A Case Study. Journal of International Business and Economics 2(3): 23-42 ISSN: 2374-2208 (Print), 2374-2194 (Online) DOI: 10.15640/jibe. v2n3a2 URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.15640/jibe.v2n3a2
Maskey, V. and Collins, A. R. (2014). Examining College Community’s Knowledge, Attitude and Opinion towards Recycling: Does Access Matter? International Journal of Environmental Sustainability, 9(3):15-31.
Selected Conference Presentations:
Maskey, V. (2026, February 20). OER innovations in macroeconomics [Conference presentation]. 37th Annual Teaching Economics Conference, Robert Morris University and W. W. Norton.
Maskey, V. (2023, October 31). Faculty awareness, perceptions, and attitude toward Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL): A case study [Conference presentation]. International Virtual Exchange Conference, Stevens Initiative, São Paulo, Brazil.
Maskey, V., and Kamilova, N. (2023, February 24). Promoting intercultural competencies using international peer interactions [Conference presentation]. 34th Teaching Economics Conference.
Maskey, V. (2019, March 27-29). Internationalizing business education through study abroad program [Conference presentation]. Academy of Business Research Spring Conference, New Orleans, LA, United States.
Maskey, V., and Subhan, A. (2018, March 21-23). Assessing international students perceptions and challenges [Conference presentation]. Academy of Business Research Spring Conference, New Orleans, LA, United States.
Maskey, V. (2017, February 23-25). Exploring preferences, self-assessment, and achievement of learning in an introductory economics course in an online format [Conference presentation]. Teaching Economics Conference, Robert Morris University, Pittsburgh, PA, United States.