XIM University Ph.D Scholars (Full-Time)
XUB RESEARCH SCHOLARS DETAILS
Ph.D Scholars Batch 2021 Profile :
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Atisha Panda – XUPH2403
Academic Background: MBA from Biju Patnaik University of Technology, Bhubaneswar. Industry Experience: I served as an Assistant Professor of HR at the International Institute of Management & Technology for 17 months, where I taught courses in Human Resource Management (HRM), Organizational Behavior (OB), and Industrial Relations."
Research Area: HRM- Competency, Organizational culture, Employee engagement -
Bhakta Prasad Nayak – XUPH2405
Academic background: B. Com (2018-21), M. Com (2021-23) [Khallikote Unitary University, Berhampur], UGC-NET (2023), ICITSS (Integrated Course on Information Technology and Soft Skills) [ICAI, BBSR-2021]
Industry Experience: NA
Research Area: Commerce (Accounts & Finance). -
Debansi Joshi - XUPH2406
Academic background: B.Com, LL.B, LL.M in Human Rights- Utkal University.
Industry Experience: 3 Years’ experience of working as a Lecturer under Madhusudan Law University. 4 Years’ experience of practicing as an Advocate in District and Sessions Court, Bhubaneswar, Khordha and over 7 Years’ of experience working as a Legal Consultant
Research Area: Criminal Law and Criminology -
Devadoss F – XUPH2407
Academic background: I have my academic foundation in psychology from St. Xavier's College, Ahmedabad, philosophy from Loyola College, Chennai, and theology from Vidya Jyoti, Delhi. I have participated various seminars stemming from wide range of topics.
Industry Experience: I gained valuable experience teaching at St. Xavier's Schools in Bhiwadi and Ropar. Additionally, I have worked extensively with youth and Jesuit social service centers.
Research Area: My current research interest lies in corporate ethical leadership and Decision-making. -
Genevieve Nerissa Gomes - XUPH2408
Academic background: Masters in Economics and Analytics from Christ (Deemed to be University). Bachelors in Economics from Scottish Church College (Calcutta University).
Industry Experience: Research internship under the Indian Meteorological Department, Pune, for six months.
Research Area: Macroeconomics -
Jagari Mani – XUPH2409
Academic background: MBA from IISWBM, Kolkata (University of Calcutta, 2017-19), M.Sc. in Environmental Science from Doon University, Dehradun (2014-2016) and B.Sc. (H) in Botany from Rammohan College, University of Calcutta (2011-14)
Industry Experience: I am a management professional with 3+ years of experience in E Waste Management with expertise in Audit & Compliance, EPR operations and Environmental Consulting. Aside from these, I have experience in Warehouse operations, Manpower Management, workplace quality and safety management. I was previously associated with Flipkart, Recykal (Employment), Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata & CSIR-NEERI, Nagpur (Internships) during my M.Sc.
Research Area: Sustainability Studies -
Nikita Joe – XUPH2412
Academic background: M.Sc. Psychology, Neuroscience & Human Sciences from Pavia University, Italy and B.Sc. Psychology from Stella Maris College, India
Industry Experience: Research Assistant at Aarhus University, Denmark where I worked on neuroimaging and behavioral projects, Psychologist intern at hospital and mental health shelters, Paper presentations at conferences.
Research Area: Work environment, Emotional Intelligence, Psychological well-being, music culture -
Pritam Kumar Samal – XUPH2413
Academic background: LLM from National Law University Odisha, Cuttack (Specialisation – Constitutional Law, 2020-2021) and BALLB in KIIT School Of Law (Criminal Law Honors, 2015-2020)
Industry Experience: I am a practicing Advocate in High Court of Odisha with 2+ years of experience in Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Civil Law, Family Law and Property Law. I am working as an Associate of Senior Advocate Gautam Misra in High Court of Odisha. Previously I was working as an Assistant Legal Officer in Legal Department of Pasupati Agrovet Pvt. Ltd. I am a Highly focused, confident, dedicated and committed lawyer with strong sense of values, passion for the truth and the thirst for justice seeks to establish a career in academics. Further, to utilize my skill and expertise to enrich those in need with knowledge of law.
Research Area: A Critical Study of Electronic Evidence Vis-À-Vis Cyber Crime Under Indian Criminal Justice System. -
Ruchi Mishra – XUPH2414
Academic background: MBA from I.I.T (I.S.M) Dhanbad in Human Resource Management and Marketing. B.B.A from B.I.T Mesra, Ranchi in Human Resource Management and Marketing. UGC NET Qualified in Human Resource Management and labor Welfare.
Industry Experience: I was working as an Assistant Professor in Sarala Birla University, Ranchi. I have worked as an Assistant Professor for almost 2 years. I previously worked as an Admin Coordinator for 2 years and dealt with Human Resource and marketing activities in university. Worked as a stipend Intern in Outlook Group India.
Research Area: Organizational Behavior – Workplace Spirituality. -
Sabir Kumar Barik – XUPH2415
Academic background: M.A in Public Administration, Odisha State Open University (OSOU), (2022-24) M.A in Disaster Studies, Special centre for Disaster research (SCDR), Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi (2019 – 21) B. A in Economics Hons. , BJB Autonomous College , Bhubaneswar (2014-17)
Industry Experience:I have worked as a subject matter expert of PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION and POLITICAL SCIENCE in Kaushal academy for IAS /OAS, Rourkela and Pyramid academy, Bhubaneswar. I have also worked as a mentor for students aspiring for UGC- NET JRF. I have also qualified UGCNET in Public administration. I have also worked as the Director of Academics in Nishtha Academy, Rourkela. I have also led and participated in several global and national level workshops and symposiums regarding Disaster management and Resilience building.
Research Area: Disaster management policy and governance, vulnerability analysis, Climate smart Governance. -
Sayani Sen – XUPH2416
Academic background: UGC JRF & NET (Management) ; WBSET (Management); MBA (Finance & Marketing)- Uttarakhand Technical University; M.Com. (Accounting & Finance) - University Calcutta; CA IPCC (I) - ICAI
Industry Experience:Ms. Sayani Sen brings over 5+ years of diverse experience in academics and banking. In her latest role at a leading private business school in eastern India, Ms.Sen was actively involved in conceptualizing academic pedagogical initiatives to enhance course delivery and learning outcomes. She has worked intensively in outcome based education vis a vis devising several knowledge-driven approach, emphasizing capability development for a well-rounded educational experience. Prior to academics,she honed her skills in the finanancial sector as an Assistant Manager at a leading private bank in India. Ms. Sen has also held academic positions at other private institutes, demonstrating her commitment to education.
Research Area: Behavioral Finance -
Sulagna Pattanaik– XUPH2417
Academic background: Higher secondary education from Mother’s Public School, Bhubaneswar in Science stream (2016-18) securing 92.6%. Bachelor’s Degree in Arts with Economics Honors from BJB Autonomous College, BBSR (2018-21), securing a spot in the top 5 positions in my batch. Master’s Degree in Economics from Ravenshaw University, Cuttack (2021-23), securing First Class First Position, PG Gold Medalist of my batch. I have qualified for the UGC NET Exam in 2023.
Industry Experience:I was engaged as a Guest Faculty member for the Department of Economics, Ravenshaw University, Cuttack for a period of one year (2023-24).
Research Area: Business Management- Economics -
Akarsh Mohapatra-XUPH2301
Academic background- MBA in Marketing and Finance from Birla Global University, BBSR, BBA from DAV School of Business Management, BBSR.
Industry Experience- 1 month of internship as finance intern at Indian Oil Corporation. 2 months of internship as marketing intern at Ultratech cement. Worked as Senior executive at I-process Services India Pvt. Ltd. for 3 months. Certification course on Digital marketing and in PGDCA.
Research Area- Healthcare marketing -
B. Goutami – XUPH2302
Academic Background: M.Sc. (Marine Sciences; Marine Biology Specialization)- Berhampur University, B.Sc. (Zoology) - Khallikote University.
Academic Experience: I have worked 10 months as a lab technician at XIM University's Environmental Lab and served as visiting faculty for the School of Sustainability and School of Computer Science. Intern at CSIR -NIO, Goa (DST-SERB sponsored).
Research Areas: GIS in Sustainability, Ocean colour remote sensing & Phytoplankton. -
Joynes Joseph-XUPH2305
Academic Background: M.A. (Audio Visual Communication) in NISCORT Media College Makhanlal Chaturvedi University, B.A (English Literature) in S.T. Hindu College, M.S University and Diploma (Journalism and Mass Communication) in S.T. Hindu College, Nagercoil.
Industry Experience: One month internship exposure as video editor in Star Vijay Television Channel, 3 Years of Graphic designing and YouTube content production and publishing and conducting workshops regarding mobile content production for school children.
Research Area: Audio Visual Communication. -
Sukruti Mishra – XUPH2310
Academic Background- M.Com. – P.G. Department of Commerce, Utkal University, B.Com. (Accounting Hons.) Utkal University.
Academic Experience- 4 weeks internship at Odisha Voluntary Health Association on Grant Management in NGOs. Paper presentations in National Seminar.
Research Area- Corporate Governance in relation to Financial Statements -
Alisha Rath – XUPH2201
Academic Background: M.A. – Utkal University, B.A. (Psychology Hons.) – Utkal University
Academic Exposure: 3 months internship exposure as Store HR in Future Retail group. 2 months internship at MART Solutions. Paper presentations at national level conferences. Award winner in state level seminar. Certificate courses on Criminology.
Research Area: Knowledge Management, Competency Trap and Positive Psychology -
Neha Sen – XUPH2202
Academic Background: Master’s in computer engineering (ME) and Bachelor of Computer Engineering (BE) from Vidyalankar Institute of Technology, Mumbai University
Industry Experience: 5 years of Teaching Computer Subjects in various Institutions and schools ranging from a Age groups as young as 10 years old to seniors retired ex-defense officials.
Research Area: Computer Networks -
Nibedita Sahu- XUPH2203
Academic Background: Bachelor of Architecture, Executive MBA (Chancellor’s Gold Medal)
Industry Experience: 21 years of experience in Indian Railways in different departments and in Railway PSU pertaining to Management of East Coast Railway official website, User Training for different web applications, Coordination with Railway Board & CRIS, Successful completion of website migration from private server to NIC server, Development and deployment of audit application for East Coast Railway, Successful execution of Green building certification process of IRIFM, Secunderabad, Networking with GRIHA, Godrej & Boyce during certification process, Looked after civil construction of administrative building of stores department of South Central Railway, Secunderabad, Scrutiny and approval of civil engineering design for new railway tracks, doubling & 3rd&4th lines under East Coast Railway jurisdiction, Scrutiny and approval of DPR of proposed private sidings over East Coast Railway.
Research Area: Information Systems -
Nithin Monteiro SJ. – XUPH2204
Academic Background: MA, Philosophy (Loyola College, Chennai), MA, Philosophy (Boston College, USA)
Industry Experience: I have diverse work experiences as a Teaching Assistant (Loyola College, Chennai- 2019-20), Research Assistant (Boston College, USA- 2021-22), Media Co-Director (The Guestbook Project, Boston- (2021-). In addition, I also produce music and edit professional videos.
Research Area: Ethics of Artificial Intelligence -
Pereanayagam S. – XUPH2205
Academic Background: MSc. Visual Communication: Loyola College, Chennai MA Philosophy: Loyola College, Chennai, BA Economics Honors: St. Xavier’s College, Ranchi
Industry Experience: 8 Years of freelance digital video production and YouTube content production and publishing. Conducted workshops on Mobile content creation for social work animators and school teachers. I am also running two YouTube channels.
Research Area: YouTube Filmmaking and Human welfare, Audio-Visual Storytelling and Social Development and Native Filmmakers and Budget film production -
Linto Thomas – XUPH2206
Academic Background: M.sc Visual Communication from University of Madras, Loyola Chennai, B.com from Calicut University, Aloysius Elthuruth. Diploma in Sound Engineering from Chetana Sound Studio
Industry Experience: Two Years I was working as an Assistant Director of Chetana Sound Studio and Teaching Professor in Chetana Media College Thrissur, Chiyyaram. Recently I assisted one of the upcoming Malayalam movie called “Kotthu” as a Sound Designer and Spot Editor under guidance of Ganesh Mararar.
Research Interests: Film sound -
Sarthak Kumar Rout - XUPH2208
Academic Background: BA LLB from University Law College, Utkal University, LLM in Human Rights from University Law College, Utkal University.
Industry Experience: Internships at NALCO, Odisha Information Commission, BBSR, State Forensic Science Laboratory, BBSR, Odisha Vigilance Divisional Headquarters, BBSR, and I have assisted lawyers.
Research Area: Criminal Law and Criminology, and gender-bias in existing laws and the current legal system. -
Samidha Thakur – XUPH2207
Academic Background: M.B.A. (Centre for Post Graduate Studies, Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology, Bhubaneswar); Specialization in Agribusiness Management. B.Sc. (Centurion University of Technology and Management, Parlakhemundi); Specialization in Agriculture.
Industry Experience: Performed skill training of farmers under Project ATAL, a project of RPL & bridge training of 1 lakh farmers of Odisha by investing 240 hours. Worked as an intern role of Agricultural Consultant for a period of one month with Socius Foods Pvt. Ltd. Worked as a management intern for three months at Ecomake Constructions Pvt. Ltd.
Research Interests: Green Supply Chain Management; Operations Management and Decision Science. -
Saswat Pati – XUPH2209
Academic Background: Post Graduation in Applied Wildlife Conservation (ARU, Cambridge, UK), Under Graduation in Media and Mass Communication (XUB University).
Industry Experience- 3 Years’ experience in completing several Video Documentation and Advertising projects for significant clients such as World Wildlife Fund, Tata Steel, Sight savers, Coca Cola, Curly Tales, Save the Children, Co Ops, German TV, Vedanta, France 24, Human Life Centre, Pradan, Govt of Odisha and BISLD. Author of the book Vivid Quills- A tale of 100 Tails was recently inaugurated by the Chief Minister of Odisha, Shri Naveen Patnaik and acclaimed by his excellency Shri Ganeshi Lal, Governor of Odisha. "The Fishing Spy" - a wildlife documentary got National and International recognition and was the first ever documentary made on Fishing Cats in India.
Research Area - Communication for Conservation -
Shreya Nidhi – XUPH2210
Academic Background: B.Ed (Accounts) – Ranchi University, M.Com (Accounts Hons,) – Kolhan University, B.Com (Accounts Hons.) – Kolhan University Academic Achievements: UGC – NET (July 2021) qualified in Commerce with 92.38 Percentile.
Industry Experience: 2.5 years’ experience in teaching profession of Accountancy and Business Study in ST. Xavier’s English Medium and Junior College, Chaibasa. 1 year experience in teaching profession of Accountancy and Business Study in Koncept Public School, Ckp.
Research Area: Digitalization in Banking Sector.
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Brijraj Agarwal – XUPH2103
Academic Background: M. Com (Ravenshaw University) Specialization in Finance; UGC-NET-JRF (AIR-13)
Industry Experience: I own and run a 3PL company. My company has been involved in pan-Odisha logistics, warehousing and operations for multiple MNCs in the state of Odisha since 2016.
Research Area: Equity Markets; Market instruments. I am a keen researcher and fervently want to be an educationist. -
Shaun Joseph- XUPH2107
Academic Background: Bachelor of Arts in Economics (Hons.) from St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai. M.A in Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship from Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Tuljapur.
Internship Experience: 3 months at Karekeba Ventures (An incubation cum angel investment platform), 1 month at Social Lens (A management consulting firm for Non-Profits), 2 months at Gramhal (Agri-tech Social Enterprise)
Research Interests: Entrepreneurship and Social Entrepreneurship -
Tony John – XUPH2108
Academic Background: M.A. English; M.A. Philosophy, Loyola College, Chennai; B.Sc. (Computer Science), St. Xavier’s College, Calcutta
Industry Experience: I have more than 4 years of Teaching and Administrative experience in the ICSE School. I have played Leadership roles in the Jesuit Educational Institutes. Furthermore, I possess 5 years of teaching experience in the fields of IT, Soft-skills, and Communicative English.
Research Area: My area of interest is the impact of Education and Leadership in the Post-pandemic world. (HR/OB).
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Ansuman Mishra – XUPH2109
Academic Background: Ansuman is an MBA graduate from Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University, USA and an Engineering graduate from Utkal University, Odisha. Ansuman has also completed his Global Business Management programs from Schulich School of Business - Canada, WHU - Germany, and FDC - Brazil.
Industry Experience: Ansuman is a seasoned, results-driven business development consultant who has over 20 years of project management experience in information technology, strategic IT marketing, designing brand experience & innovation strategy across different industries like Asset Management, Retail Banking, Market Research, FMCG, Event Management etc. As a global business leader, he has worked extensively in Canada, US, India, and Hong Kong. Ansuman is passionate about developing a culture for enterprise agility and a sustainable organizational structure.
Research Area: Luxury Brand Management, Advertising Strategy & Digital Marketing. -
Deepika Swain – XUPH2110
Academic Background: UGC_NET (June-2020), MBA-(MKU), MPIB- (GIFT, Visakhapatnam), M. Sc and, B Sc. (Zoology Hons) – Berhampur University. Odisha.
Industry And Academic Experience: 2 years of experience in ICICI, Lombard, 3 years of teaching experience, as full time (GIMS, Gunupur, Orissa) and guest faculty; a long research association with XLRI, Jamshedpur where I worked as a research assistant. My areas of interest hovers around Positive Psychology, Employee engagement, Organizational Culture, Organizational Behavior, Brand Equity Building, Corporate Social Responsibility, and Strategic Planning.
Research area: Human Resources Management -
Purba Bhatterjee – XUPH2113
Academic Background: M.COM in FINANCE as a core subject (Awarded First Class with Distinction) from Jamshedpur Women`s College, Kolhan University. B.COM in ACCOUNTS honors (Awarded First Class with Distinction) from Jamshedpur Women`s College, Kolhan University.
Industry Background: A developing professional and researcher. Submitted a Dissertation during M.COM on the most relevant topic “THE ROLE OF BANKING SYSTEM IN OUR ECONOMY”.
Research Area: Financial Distress Prediction Models, Financial Reporting -
Rashmita Rana – XUPH2114
Academic Background: M.A. and LLM
Industry Background: Practicing Lawyer at High court of Odisha Regdn. No- 0-36/2003 (17+ years)
Research Area: Law (Surrogacy) -
Yasminara Begum – XUPH2115
Academic Background: BSc Physics (Hons) from RD Women's Autonomous College, Bhubaneswar; MSc (Engg Physics) from Amity University, Noida; MA (Public Administration) from IGNOU.
Industry Experience: Interned with Defence Research and Development Organization’s LASTEC lab at New Delhi on original thesis/dissertation topic.
Research Area: Urban Management and Governance.
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Abhishek Gupta – XUPH20002
Academic Background: Clinical Psychologist (B.A.+M.A.) from Amity University, NOIDA, Uttar Pradesh with a penchant for research to objectify the still non-physical knowledge.
Industry Experience: He has gained adequate experience in Clinical Psychology while doing his Internships at the Department of Clinical Psychology, PGIMER, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, New Delhi and at the School of Mental Health, Vidyasagar Institute of Mental Health Neuro & Allied Sciences, New Delhi. He has also served as a Volunteer with Economic Rural Development Society, a leading NGO, for Multiple Psychological Intervention programmes across Project Centers and Schools in India on ‘Child Behaviour and Development’ and ‘Mitigation of Substance Abuse Disorders in Adults’. He also studied Español at Instituto Cervantes de Nueva Delhi and holds a Grade A Certification.
Research Area: Positive Psychology, Organizational Behavior, Human Resource Management, Immigration & Quantitative Methodologies. -
Barsha Pattanaik – XUPH20004
Academic Background: M. Tech in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering from G.I.E.T, Gunupur, Odisha ,B .Tech in Applied Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering from K.I.S.T, Bhubaneswar.
Industry Background: 2 Years worked as a lecturer in Gandhi Institute of Engineering & Technology, Gunupur, Odisha and 3 years worked as an Assistant Professor in NM Institute of Engineering & Technology, Bhubaneswar.
Research Area- Data Science, Computer Science Engineering -
Fr. Benjamin Lakra- XUPH20005
Academic Background: Graduate in LL.B from K.L.E Society’s Law College, Bangalore and postgraduate (LL.M) from Christ University Bangalore.
Industry Background: I worked for four years as legal practitioner in District Court at Chaibasa (Jharkhand) and had one year of legal practice in High Court of Patna.
Research Area: Minority rights -
Rupak Kumar Sahu – XUPH20007
Academic Background: B.A (English); MFC (Utkal University); MBA Executive (XIMB).
Industry Background: Worked as Manager in Branch Operations and NPA Management in Canara Bank, Service Portfolio Manager-SME at DCB Bank, with a total work experience of 68 months.
Research Area: Financial Risk -
Shyamal Kumar Jena – XUPH20009
Academic Background: Graduate in Commerce from B J B College (Utkal University), MBA (ENPC, France) & IEMB (SDA Bocconi)
Industry Experience: Over 17 years of work experience in BFSI sector with renowned brands such as HSBC, Citibank, SBI Card etc. Presently working with AU Small Finance Bank as Vice President. A senior management professional with a proven track record of delivering results and strong capabilities in strategic planning & execution across various functions in the banking and retail division. Expertise in building and leading large teams across different territories.
Research Area: Bottom of Pyramid, Rural marketing and Sales & distribution management. -
Sridhar Chakravarthi Mulakaluri- XUPH20010
Academic Background: PGDM from XIMB, BE (Mechanical) from Andhra University, Visakhapatnam.
Industry Experience: Have an industry experience of 30+ years across multiple industries including Defence, Hospitality, Manufacturing, IT Services, Management Consulting, Training & Development, Nonprofits and Sports. Have some teaching experience in the MBA department of Woxsen School of Business, Hyderabad. Certified Startup Mentor from CII.
Research Area: Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship -
Stella Monica Tapno – XUPH20011
Academic Background: PGDM/MBA from Xavier Institute of Management, Jabalpur with a specialization in Rural Management. I also hold a degree in Bachelor of Technology in the field of Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
Industry Background: I am a development professional, holding 4 years of experience working at different national and international NGOs.
Research Area: Climate Change and Rural Economy -
Tapas Kumar Das – XUPH20012
Academic Background: UGC-NET(Management) Qualified, M.B.A. in HR and Marketing from Sambalpur University followed by B.B.A. from G.M.(Autonomous)College, Sambalpur.
Industry Background: 22 Months of experience in Sales and Marketing from Retail, Finance and FMCG Sector.
Research Area: Consumer Behavior and Marketing communication mainly Focusing on Rural Consumers and FMCG products -
Tessy Jacob – XUPH20013
Academic Background: Master’s Degree in Media and communication studies (MAMCS) from Christ University, Bengaluru.
Industry Experience: I have worked as a freelance Media Educator for rural youth and School students. I am a freelance reporter for two online news portals(https://globalsisters.org/ and https://mattersindia.com/)
Research Area: Developmental communication -
Vaishali Behera – XUPH20014
Academic Background: UGC-NET qualified, M.A. Mass communication and Journalism (XCOMM, XIM University), B.A. English Honour’s (Ravenshaw University).
Industry Background: Worked as an electronic print and audio-visual content creator. Teaching experience with BCA and MJMC students with Communicative English and Basics of Communication respectively.
Research Area: Media and Environmental Conservation
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Lipsa Nayak - ( XUPH19001)
Education Background: M.B.A Rural Management (Gold Medalist), XIM University), B.Tech in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering(I.G.I.T, Sarang, Odisha).
Industry Background: 55 months of work experience as Lecturer at I.G.I.T, Sarang and as Associate Consultant (Microsoft certified professional) at Capgemini. Management Intern, NTPC for a project on CSR branding.
Research Area: Business Marketing -
Nancy Bhandari (XUPH19002 )
Education Background: PGDM (Human Resources Management) from IILM- Graduate School of Management, BSc (Biotechnology) from Punjabi University, Punjab.
Industry Background: 6 years of work experience in the academic sector managing HR and ancillary activities at IILM, Gurgaon and Surya World- Institutions of Academic Excellence. Presently associated with HR department of XIM University.
Research Area: Human Resource Management -
Pramila Satpathy (XUPH19004 )
Education Background: MBA (Rural Management from XIMB), Masters in Personal Management & Industrial Relations (Sambalpur University), Masters in Rural Development (IGNOU) and BSc (Zoology Hons).
Industry Background: 12 years of work experience as a development practitioner in CARE India, CAPART, DANIDA and School of Women's Studies, Utkal University. Presently working as Programme Officer in School of Sustainability, XIM University for the past 5 years. Also teaching courses on Sustainability, Monitoring & Evaluation, WASH and Poverty to the BSc Sustainable Development batches of School of Sustainability.
Research Area: Sustainability Leadership & Entrepreneurship -
Priyanka Baheti (XUPH19005)
Education Background: Master of Commerce (M.Com) from St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata; specialisation in Finance. Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com Hons) from Devi Ahilya Vishwa Vidyalaya, Indore; specialization in Finance.
Research Area: Behavioural Finance in the field of Urban Management and Governance. -
Satyakki Bhattacharjee (XUPH19006)
Education Background: Has been a Corporate Management Executive Practitioner for 26 years. Specializes in human side of business, offering groundbreaking people process solutions, change advisory services, C-level capability building. Been in non-executive roles as business strategy Advisor offering solutions through Organisational Development interventions for impactful business results. Currently, he is Managing Partner of GrowthSqapes – A Capability Building Consulting firm.
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Shraddha Kumar (XUPH19007)
Education Background: M.Plan ( Housing) from School of Planning and Architecture, PGDDM (Ongoing) from IGNOU, B.Arch from Manipal University.
Industry Background: Professional Background- 5 years in work experience in the field of Urban Planning, Urban Design, Housing, Architecture, Interior Design and research in organizations such as IBI, W.S. Atkins and SPA, Delhi. Currently a faculty in Centre of Urban Management and Governance in XIM University.
Research Area: Urban Planning -
Swati Singh (XUPH19010)
Education Background: MBA (specialization healthcare) from Goa Institute Of Management, bachelors in foreign trade from BMCC Pune.
Industry Background: Have an industry experience of 1.5 years and one year of teaching experience in MBA department of Jaipur National University.
Research Area: Information Systems
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Amrita Priyadarsini (XUPH18001)
Education Background: BTech in Information Technology (BPUT, Odisha) MBA (Exec) - XIMB, Odisha Industry Background: Tata Consultancy Services (11.5 years’ experience) Research Area: Information Systems (Value creation in corporate due to implementation of IT Governance)
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Debaraj Das (XUPH18003)
Education Background: MBA (Kelley School of Business, IU, USA), M.Tech (IITM), B.E (UCE, Burla), FIE Industry Background: More than 25 years of Industrial experience in various industries (FMCG, Automotive, Industrial Safety Products and Defence PSU - Aircraft) in various leadership roles with last 6+ years as Strategic Business Unit Head/ MD/CEO. Presently working as CEO of Venkys UFFBL - Bangladesh Business. Research Area: HR/Behavioral Science
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Katyayani Singh (XUPH18004)
Education Background: Post-Graduation in Organizational Behavior from Amity University, Noida. Research Area: Employee Engagement, Leadership Management, Talent Management.
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Nalin Ranjan (XUPH18005)
Education Background: B.Plan(NIT-Bhopal), M.Plan(Urban Planning, SPA-Delhi) Industry Background: 5 years’ work experience as an Assistant Professor in Amity University, Haryana. An active Associate member of Institute of Town Planners, India. Research Area: Urban Management with a focus on Urban challenges
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Ritu Vasu Primlani (XUPH18007)
Education Background: Master in Arts Industry Background: Ritu Vasu Primlani is an award-winning international standup comedian, environmentalist, somatic therapist, professor, triathlete, and social entrepreneur. She is the recipient of over a dozen international awards, including the highest award given by a woman by the President of India, the Nari Shakti award. She'll be researching sustainable transport, UMG Research Area: Urban Management and governance
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Rana Prithviraj Singh (XUPH18009)
Education Background: Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) from the M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bangalore followed by master’s in business administration from the University of Northampton, U.K. Industry Background: He accomplished a complex project at ISRO Satellite Centre as an Engineer Trainee on “Static and Dynamic Analysis of Lunar Lander Mechanisms”. He has also worked as a Business Development Manager for a U.K. based Media Company located in Northampton. In addition, he has few Research experiences- Research report titled “The Physical Environment as an Obstacle to Small Business Growth: Understanding Organizational Culture in its Physical Manifestation”. Further, he is also a member of the Organizing team for ‘Annual Research of Cities Summit’ (School of Human Settlements-XIM University) and presently working as a Lead Researcher for an International Collaborative Pilot-Project titled “Smart-Wise Sustainable Cities”. Research Area: Urban Management & Governance.
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Bhawana Pal (XUPH17001)
Education Background: PGDM(XIMB); CAIIB(IIBF); PGJMC(IGNOU); MA(Eng); BSc(Microbio); PGDIR, LW& PM and ANC(NIIT) Industry Background: I am working as AGM in NABARD with over 13 years’ experience there. I have contributed in various sections viz. Corporate Planning, Non-Farm Sector, PRO, IDD, etc. Research Area: I am interested in contribution to society through research in HR.
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Himanshu Sekhar Nayak (XUPH17002)
Education Background: B.E. (Mech) (Utkal University), M.E. (Prodn Engg.) (NIT Rourkela), PGDM (XIMB) Industry Background: More than 24 Years of experience in Steel Industry and presently working in Tata Steel Research Area: Strategic Management.
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Johnson Padiyara Thomas (XUPH17003)
Education Background: B. Com from St. Xavier’s College- Kolkata, Bachelor in Philosophy from JDV, Pune, MA. English, PGDRM from XISS, Ranchi. Industry Background: Worked as Deputy Director of a Calcutta based NGO for 1 year. Director of a Social Service Centre for 5 years. Presently Vice - Principal of St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata. Research Area: Micro Finance.
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Lipsa Mohapatra (XUPH17004)
Education Background: MBA (Fashion Management, NIFT, Bengaluru), B.Tech. (Textile Technology, Institute of Textile Technology, Odisha) Industry Background: Taught in Footwear Design Development Institute, Kolkata and College of Engineering Technology, Bhubaneswar. She is at present Assistant Professor in Department of Fashion Management Studies, National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Ministry of Textiles, Bhubaneswar. She was trained in corporations like Madura Garments, Metro Cash & Carry, Shahi Export house, etc. Her paper on sustainable cotton was selected in the symposium "Transition Strategies for Sustainable Community Systems", XIMB, in 2017. She contributed few papers and case studies in the proceedings of IFFTI Conference, 2016, China and presented another paper in International Case Symposium in Fashion, Retail & Management, 2015. She has about eight years of experience in industry, management teaching and research in craft clusters of Odisha. Research Area: Sustainable livelihood for artisans, sustainable fashion and culture.
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Mitrabinda Acharya (XUPH17005)
Education Background: B.Sc (Physics), MCA ,MBA Industry Background: She is working for a global Information Technology Services and Consulting firm for last 18 years. Research Area: Information Technology with a focus on estimation methodology.
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Namita Kumari Mohapatra (XUPH17006)
Education Background: M.Arch.(Urban Design) from School of Planning & Architecture, New Delhi, B.Arch. from College of Engineering & Technology, Bhubaneswar. Industry Background: 25 years’ work experience as an Architect in Office of Chief Architect, Odisha, Bhubaneswar, Govt. Of Odisha, Act as Committee member in Council of Architecture, New Delhi. Research Area: Urban Management with a focus on Pedestrianization in Urban
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Poonam Pratap Dev (XUPH17008)
Education Background: MBA (HR and Marketing) ,B.Tech (Electronics and Telecommunication). Research Area: Human Resource.
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Pradyut Priyadarshini Mishra (XUPH17009)
Education Background: M. Com in Accounting & Financial Control from School of Commerce, Devi Ahilya Viswavidyala,Indore, Mphil in Commerce from the same. Research Area: Implication of forensic accounting focusing on rural finance prior to sustaining.
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Preeti Sharma (XUPH17010)
Education Background: Masters in Personnel Management and Industrial Relations (Banaras Hindu University) Bachelors of Arts (Geography Hons). Industry Background: 3.5 years of experience with Hindustan Coca-Cola & Recruitment Consultancy. Research Area: Human Resource management.
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Rainy Rose (XUPH17012)
Education Background: MBA (HR, Marketing) Ravenshaw University, B.Tech (Information Technology) from ITER,SOA University. Industry Background: Worked as a Correspondent in Zee Media. Worked as a Program Executive in Media Analysis Service System (MASS). Have produced many documentaries. Research Area: Corporate Communication.
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Sebastian George (XUPH17013)
Education Background: Master’s Degree in Urban Design Kamla Raheja Vidyanidhi Institute for Architecture and Environmental Studies, Juhu, Mumbai. Industry Background: 2 years of teaching experience in an Architecture College Cochin. Research Area: Urban Management and Governance.
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Soumya Rani Gouda (XUPH17014)
Education Background: MBA in Rural Development from XISS, Ranchi and BBA from Utkal University. Industry background: My career started with the Gujarat Government in Dairy Development. I joined a research NGO, Ekjut, working on maternal and child health. I was a Research Associate at NIT, Rourkela, in child development project. It is 33 months of professional experience and qualified UGC-NET in the subject of Social Work. Research Area: Sustainable Management, focusing on Human Development and Health.
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Subhrata Subhadarsini (XUPH 17015)
Education Background: post graduate diploma in English journalism and public relation from Indian institution of Mass Communication , masters in political science & mass communication. Industry background : Since last seventeen years I have been working with different business entities in different capabilities. Presently I am working with Aditya Birla Group as Sr. Manager in the PR and Corporate Communications department. Prior to this I have worked with TATA STEEL, Tata Consultancy Services, CYSD, Hindustan Times, Sun Times, etc. Research Area: PR and Corporate Communication.
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Sulagna Saha (XUPH17016)
Education Background: Master in Fashion Technology (NIFT, New Delhi), B Tech (Applied Electronics and Instrumentation) Industry Background: worked as a Merchandiser in an apparel export house contributing in buyer communication, order generation, Product development, Sourcing, Sampling, Fit analysis, production follow up and several other merchandising activities. Currently she is an Assistant Professor NIFT, she has been teaching in both undergraduate & Post graduate levels specializing on Pattern Making, Fit analysis, Product development, Sustainability and Fashion Merchandising. Research Area: Sustainable Consumer Behavior in Fashion.
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Upendra Nath Behera (XUPH17017)
Education Background: B.Tech. (Hons.) in Mechanical Engineering from IIT, Kharagpur followed by PG Diploma in Management. Industry Background: 34 years’ experience in the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and handled varied responsibilities in the State (Odisha) and Central Government. Currently working as Chairman of Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission (OERC). Research Area: Efficiency in electricity distribution systems by reducing technical and non-technical losses.
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V. M. Gowthami (XUPH 17018)
Education Background: M.B.A.(Gold Medalist) in Human Resource Management & Finance from KIIT School of Management, B.E. Computer Science from SSN College of Engineering, Tamil Nadu. Industry Background: 10 months as Assistant Professor in Aryan Institute of Engineering and Technology, Worked as Research Associate in Navajyoti, a Community Enterprise System in XIMB, Conducted a case study on, ' Organizational change with respect to Performance Management system' in Odisha Power Generation Corporation(OPGC). Research Area: Human Resource Management mainly concerning the people issues in Urban slums.
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Saroj Kumar Mahapatra (XUPH17019)
Education Background: Graduated in Mechanical Engineering in 1989 from University College of Engineering, Burla. Industry Background: I had an exposure to Thermal Power Plant and Research and Development in Space Science for 6 yrs. Subsequently, I joined Indian Revenue Service in 1995. At present I am working as Commissioner of Income Tax in Bhubaneswar. I have worked in different capacities of Income Tax Department and as Under Secretary in Ministry of Finance, Govt of India during the intervening period. Research Area: Financing of urban bodies.
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Arun Kumar Samal (XUPH16001)
Education Background: MBA (General Management), B.Tech (Electronics & Communication) Industry Background: He is PMP certified and has a over 15 years of experience as Project Manager. He has contributed primarily in the domain of Urban Administration, Banking and Financial Services, Insurance and Sales structure management. Research Area: His research interests lie in Marketing, Retailing and Social Media.
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Bighnaraj Sahu (XUPH16003)
Education Background: PGDM (XIMB), CAIIB (IIBF), B.A. (Eco) (Utkal). Industry Background: He has worked more than 20 years in the banking industry. Now I am teaching in Utkal University as a visiting faculty and also working as a consultant to a manufacturing industry. Research Area: My interest is in exploring the potential research areas in finance
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Alwyn Rodrigues (XUPH1600)
Education Background: B.Sc. degree in Visual Communication, B.A in Philosophy and M.Sc in Electronic Media. Industry Background: He has a teaching experience as senior lecturer in a Management Institute for two years and in school administration for four years. He is currently associated with Xavier University, Bhubaneswar. Research Area: His research area is in Ethics and Communication.
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Samaresh Chandra Mishra (XUPH16013)
Education Background: L.L.M in Business Laws from North Orissa University and Masters In Public Administration, Specialisation HRM from Utkal University Orissa. Industry Background: He has 4 Years of experience in the Industry of Academics,is a Legal Consultant focusing in the area of Industrial, Labour Laws and Management processes.Presently he is an academician in Madhusudan Law College under The Utkal University,BBSR. He provides consultancy to the Industries Management especially embodied with Trade Unions,conflict resolution and regarding the effective implementation and realisation of The Factories legal procedures and Management. Research Area: His research area is in the field of HRM with special reference to Business Laws and plans to work in the domain of Corporate Deal makings.
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Santoy John (XUPH16014)
Education Background: M.Sc. (Physics), PGCBM (XIMB), CISA, CAIIB (IIBF). Industry Background: He has 16 years of industry experience in banking and two years of experience in teaching. He is presently working with RBL Bank, Mumbai. Research Area: His area of interest is Strategic management.
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Saswati Tripathy (XUPH16016)
Education Background: MBA- Human Resource Management and Finance (Utkal University). Industry Background: She has seven years of experience in teaching General Management, Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior and Soft Skills to PGDM and undergraduate students. She is a member in AIMA (All India Management Association). She has served as chairperson MDP & Consultancy in Asian School of Business Management, Bhubaneswar, and has conducted open and In-company MDPs for Tata Sponge Iron Ltd, Gati KWE, Apollo Hospitals, IDCO and Kurl-On Ltd. She is an Award Leader in IAYP (International Award for Yong People). Research Area: Her research area is in Human Resource Management. She is interested in exploring Talent Management, Talent Engagement and Job Crafting in Healthcare Industry, Organizational Culture.
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Bhavana Acharya (XUPH1504)
Education Background: Masters in Mass Communication (Guru Jambheshwar University), PGD in English Journalism (Indian Institute of Mass Communication) , BA (Political Science Hons) Delhi University. Industry Background: She has 3 years of work experience with Hindustan Times as a copy editor in New Delhi as well as Kolkata. She got three published articles in the Kolkata edition of HT. She has firsthand experience of editing stories (spots and features) and coming up with engaging straplines and crisp headlines to catch the readers’ attention.She was an integral member of the team responsible for production of edition for regional centres (Jharkhand, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh). She has represented the Indian Institute of Mass Communication as a reporter in the 99th Indian Science Congress (2012). She has interned at a community radio station called Radio Namaskar in Konark during the Konark Festival held in 2011. Research Area: She intends to carry out research work in the field of Communication, with specific domain area in Hindi cinema.
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Debadata Das Mohapatra (XUPH1507)
Education Background: M.COM. (Gold medallist, Ravenshaw), M.C.A. (part time, AAIDU), M.B.A. (Part time, NarseeMonjee, Bangalore) Industry Background: He has 13+ years of work experience in Software industry, mainly in network security domain. (MCSE, CCNA certified). Currently working as a Manager in IXIA in Kolkata. Certified in agile technology and Project management (CSM, PMP). Capital structure and reserve utilization of Software industry.
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Nimisha Bora (XUPH1512)
Education Background: M.Com (Accounts and Finance),Gauhati University, B.Com (Accounts and Finance), Gauhati University. Research Area: She is interested in exploring the potential research areas in the field of Finance.