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XIM University Ph.D Scholars (Full-Time)

  • Abhijeet Kumar - XUPH2601

    Academic Background: M.Sc. in Environmental Science from Utkal University, Bhubaneswar and a B.Sc. in Biotechnology from Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT), Bhubaneswar. I have qualified UGC-NET in Environmental Science.
    Industry Experience: I have research experience in ambient air quality monitoring and assessment. My work involved particulate matter (PM₂.₅ and PM₁₀) monitoring, heavy metal analysis, field sampling, data analysis, and environmental impact assessment.
    Research Area: Climate Change, Air Pollution, Environmental Sustainability, GIS and Renewable Energy.

  • Aditi Mishra - XUPH2602

    Academic Background: BSW, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda (2017–21); MA in Social Work (Criminology & Justice), Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai (2021–23); Diploma in Community Mental Health, NIMHANS (2024); PG Diploma in Counselling Psychology, IGMPI (2025).
    Research Area: Gender-inclusive policy, community mental health, and their integration into social welfare and public systems.

  • Akankhya Tripathy- XUPH2603

    Academic Background: M.A. Applied Psychology (Industrial-Organizational Psychology), O.P. Jindal Global University, Sonipat (Delhi NCR); B.A. English (Lit.), Stella Maris College (Autonomous), Chennai.
    Industry Experience: Academic research experience at S. J. Mehta School of Management (SJSOM), IIT Bombay; HR internships at Isazi Pharma & Techno Consultancy Pvt. Ltd. and Indepenn Connections Pvt. Ltd.; and Volunteer Educator at Teach for India.
    Research Area: Employee experiences, workplace interactions and social and behavioural processes in organizations

  • Durgadas Ray, XUPH2604

    Academic Background: Completed B. Com from DAV School of Business Management, Bhubaneswar, and MBA from Regional College of Management, Bhubaneswar.
    Industry Experience: I had worked at Jyote Motors (Maruti Suzuki Arena & Nexa channels) as a product and sales trainer; at Lavinswood Intl. Pvt. Ltd. as a member of the event management team; and at Banao Technologies Pvt. Ltd. as a Business Development Executive.
    Research Area: I am interested in exploring emerging areas in marketing management, consumer behaviour dynamics, and digital marketplace trends.

  • Goutam Mohanty - XUPH2605

    Academic Background: B. Com from Christ College Cuttack (2019-2022), M.Com from Gangadhar Meher University (2022-2024) and UGC-NET(JRF)-December 2024.
    Research Area: Green HRM, Sustainable HRM

  • Khushboo Rani Panda - XUPH2606

    Academic Background: Qualified GATE 2024 in Psychology. MA in Psychology from IGNOU (2022–24) B.Sc. in Physics from Stewart Science College,Cuttack, Utkal University (2018-21)
    Industry Experience: I have worked as Training and Community Coordinator under a project named Adolescent Girls Empowerment Program with a Non-profit organisation named Nomi Network for 16 months. I have interned with Mahanadi Coal fields Limited as a Human Resource Intern.
    Research Area: Human Resource Management and Organizational Behaviour

  • Meenakshi Sinha - XUPH2609

    Academic Background: MBA from IBS Hyderabad,ICFAI Deemed University (2018-2020)and B.A(hons) History from Miranda House, University of Delhi (2014-2017)
    Industry Experience: Sales & Distribution Marketing Intern at ITC Ltd., Patna for personal care products division. Worked as Operations Manager for HDFC Bank Ltd. Oversaw Disbursement, Renewal, Tranche Release of Loan Approved and Sanctioned cases for the products Business Banking Group and Emerging Enterprises and Loan Against Property (Mortgages)
    Research Area: Leadership, Motivation, Employee Engagement & Employee Retention.

  • Nimisha Suryanshi- XUPH2610

    Academic Background: BA (Hons.) with research in Mass Communication under NEP 2020 (2021-2025) and MA in Mass Communication under NEP 2020 (2025-2026) from Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Hisar.
    Industry Experience: I am a Documentary Filmmaker with international selections and national awards, an Announcer at Akashvani Hisar Kendra (102.3 MHz), a Voice Over Artist, a National Level Speaker, I have spoken twice in the Indian Parliament and Haryana Vidhan Sabha in National Youth Festival of 2022 and 2025. I shared my research ideas on Sustainability in front of Hon. PM Sh. Narendra Modi in VBYLD 26 and from there seven of my ideas were selected in the Union Budget 2026. I do anchoring and have hosted several events for Amar Ujala and Haryana International Film Festival. I have teaching experience in Public Speaking, Fine Arts, Photography and Filmmaking as a master trainer in Government schools and different Universities of Haryana and Odisha. I have participated in national media conclaves with my research work on Media, Society and Sustainable Development. I have held 8 solo art exhibitions in Haryana and Odisha.
    Research Area: Development Communications, Women Empowerment, Sustainable Development, Society and Equality.

  • Nisith Shubhankar- XUPH2611

    Academic Background: B.Sc. (Hons.) in Economics from Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Hisar (2019–22); M.A. in Economics from Indira Gandhi National Open University (2023–25).
    Industry Experience: Worked as an Economics Domain Expert at Telus Digital, contributing to economic research and data-driven analysis. Published multiple articles in Employment News Weekly (Rozgar Samachar Saptahik), Yojana Magazine, and Dainik Tribune. A national debate champion and public speaking trainer, with experience conducting training sessions in public speaking and photography for students at The Om Sterling Global University, Hisar. Presented research papers at Fakir Mohan University, Balasore, and GJUS&T, Hisar.
    Research Area: Development Economics, Behavioural Economics

  • Sanjogita Mishra – XUPH2613

    Academic Background: PGDM (MBA) from XIMB (2002-04) and B.E. in Electronics and Telecommunication from Pune University (1995-99)
    Industry Experience: With 25 years of experience, I began my career in IT at Tech Mahindra and Infosys before leading TVET, skill development, employability, entrepreneurship, trainer development, and life-skills programmes. My roles span Centurion University, Commonwealth of Learning, Tata STRIVE, social enterprise, and non-profit leadership. I have worked in TVET, education, media. I also do theatre, voice-over, and poetry.
    Research Area: Strategy, Skill Development, Work Identity, Entrepreneurship, Communications, Rural Development.

  • Shrey Siddharth Bal - XUPH2614

    Academic Background: MA in Journalism and Mass Communication from Ravenshaw University, Cuttack (2020-2022) and BBA in Marketing from Institute of Business and Computer Studies, SOA University (2017-2020)
    Industry Experience: I worked full time as a Quality Implementor in Budha Baba Multispeciality Hospital, Cuttack. Before that I worked as a media intern at Odisha Diary, a junior content writer at Blazeminds Technology and a marketing intern in E-Square Systems and Technologies.
    Research Area: Artificial Intelligence, Corporate Communication, Public Relation

  • Shreya Dikshit- XUPH2615

    Academic Background: M.A. in Political Science, Banaras Hindu University Main Campus, Varanasi; B.A. in Political Science, Vinobha Bhave University, Jharkhand. UGC-NET (JRF)
    Industry Experience: Research Scholar at IIM Calcutta (Public Policy and Management). Participated in the Jharkhand Youth Parliament (2020). Awarded Youth Leader of Jharkhand. Published two research papers and presented a paper at a national conference in Gujarat.
    Research Area: Rural Management (Inclusive Finance)

  • Smitarani Meher - XUPH2616

    Academic Background: B.Tech in Computer science From Bput University Odisha, Mech in ICT from Vssut University Odisha
    Research Area: IOT Wireless sensor network and embedded system

  • Smruti Smaranika Mohapatra - XUPH2617

    Academic Background: B. Com (2019–2022), M. Com (2022–2024), Khallikote Unitary University, Berhampur. Qualified UGC NET (June 2025). Additionally, completed a DCA course and certification in Tally ERP 9.0.
    Research Area: Commerce (Accounting & Finance)

  • Vaishali Mohanty - XUPH2621

    Academic Background: LL.M. in Environment Law, Energy, and Climate Change from O.P. Jindal Global University, and B.L.S. LL.B. from Government Law College, Mumbai. Qualified the UGC-NET examination.
    Industry Experience: Worked as a Senior Legal Executive at IFFCO-Tokio General Insurance Co. Ltd., where I handled legal documentation and contract management, including Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Service Agreements, and motor accident claim matters. Subsequently served as a faculty member at Government Law College, Mumbai, teaching Environment Law, Insurance Law, and the Law of Torts.
    Research Area: Environment Law and Policy, Climate Change, Energy Policy, Climate Governance, and Sustainable Development.

  • Anuska Mishra – XUPH2503

    Academic Background: MBA (Human Resource Management) from XIM University (2023–25) and B.Sc. in Chemistry from Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra (2018-21)
    Industry Experience: I interned with USV Pvt. Ltd. as a Human Resource Intern, where I worked on a project focused on attrition and retention of sales employees. The experience involved managerial interactions and data analysis to develop retention strategies. I have also contributed to HR and academic initiatives through committee work and volunteering.
    Research Area: Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Intelligence, Employee Burnout

  • Arockia Ramesh – XUPH2504

    Academic Background: B.Sc Mathematics from St.Xavier’s College, Palayamkottai. MBA from Udhaya Engineering College, Nagercoil. M.Sc Visual Communication from Loyola College, Chennai.
    Industry Experience: I have been actively involved in media evangelization, content creation, and teaching. I have produced and directed short films and managed various digital communication initiatives. I also initiated and conceptualized a “Communication Hub” to integrate digital platforms for community engagement. Additionally, I interned at Vijay TV and Madha TV, gaining hands-on experience in media production and broadcast communication.
    Research Area: Persuasive Communication, Digital Rhetoric and AI-Driven Influence

  • P Abhishikta – XUPH2506

    Academic Background: MA in English Literature and Language from Central University of Odisha, Koraput (2020-22) and BA (Hons.) in English from Dhenkanal Autonomous College (2017-20)
    Industry Experience: I have worked full time as Public Relations and Media associate in an advertising agency. Prior to that, I have also worked as an intern in Client Servicing and Influencer Support for few small-scale startups.
    Research Area: Social media and Mediated Communication

  • Pratima Kumari Nayak-XUPH2507

    Academic Background: I hold a Master’s degree in Sociology from Utkal University and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Human Resources from Berhampur University.
    Industry Experience: I have worked as a Process Executive at Infosys and served as a Young Professional with the Revenue and Disaster Management Department under the Government of Odisha. In addition, I have contributed as a Research Assistant on various projects at Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (XIMB), and have gained teaching experience in Sociology at the National Institute of Social Work and Social Sciences (NISWASS).
    Research Area: Sociology of Environment, Human Development, Social Inequality, Environmental Justice, Social Practices & Sustainable Development.

  • Pritish Padhi – XUPH2508

    Academic Background: M.Com (Specialization: Accounting & Finance), Utkal University (2021-23), Bhubaneswar; B.Com (Specialization: Accounting & Finance), Utkal University (2018-2021), Bhubaneswar. UGC-NET (JRF), December 2024
    Industry Experience: Visiting Faculty at ICT (Institute of Chemical Technology), Bhubaneswar (July 2024 –December 2024)
    Academic Experience: 4 weeks internship at Odisha Mining Corporation (OMC) Ltd.
    Research Area: Accounting & Finance (Digital Inclusion Accounting and Finance)

  • Rachita Rath –XUPH2509

    Academic Background: B.Des from NIFT, Hyderabad (2003-2007), MA Social Communication from Utkal University (2020-2022), MA Psychology from IGNOU (2019-2022)
    Industry Experience: I am a design professional with 18+ years of experience in handicrafts, packaging, branding, identity, and content creation. My work spans across craft diversification, skill development, and women-led livelihood initiatives in Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, and Bengal. I have been empanelled as a designer with the Development Commissioner of Handicrafts (Dc(H)), SIDAC, and EPCH, and have collaborated with organizations such as Maya Organic, Oodies, and Anwesha Arts and Crafts. Most recently, I spent four years at Swadesh (Reliance Retail), contributing to their craft-based retail initiatives. I have also served as a guest faculty at NIFT, mentoring the next generation of design professionals.
    Research Area: Sustainability in Handicrafts, Circularity in heritage artisanal products, impactful story telling for change, livelihood upliftment.

  • Rahul Yadav-XUPH2510

    Academic Background: M.A in Public Administration from IGNOU, New Delhi(2019-21) and B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering, MAKAUT, Kolkata,(2013-17)
    Industry Experience: I worked as a faculty in the Department of Political Science, Bhawanipur Education Society College, Kolkata for 2.5 years.
    Research Area: Public Policy and Governance.

  • Samprikta Sahu - XUPH2511

    Academic Background: MA in History from Lady Shri Ram College and BA in English from BJB (A) College
    Industry Experience: Four years as content strategist with Detour Odisha, branding key Odisha government projects. Also part of Zenius Ventures’ writers’ team, developing content and shaping the brand’s vision.
    Research Area: Urban Governance, History of Urbanisation, Heritage Management

  • Saurav Baral – XUPH2513

    Academic Background: PGDM from ODM Business School, Bhubaneswar (2022-24) and B. Sc in Physics from Vyasanagar Autonomous College, Utkal University (2018-21)
    Industry Experience: Working as a Management Trainee at The Ramco Cements Ltd., I developed skill in industry analysis, demand forecasting, credit management, and sales promotion. Additionally, I had my internship at ITC Ltd. in the food category which honed my to drive business growth, optimize sales, and enhance sales team performance.
    Research Area: Marketing – Impact of Social Media on Consumer Behavior

  • Shreya Purkait - XUPH2514

    Academic Background: B.Sc. in Nursing from Woodlands College of Nursing, Kolkata. M.A. in Anthropology with Distinction from Indira Gandhi National Open University.
    Industry Experience: I have experience as an Operation Theatre Nurse at Woodlands Hospital Pvt. Ltd. During the same time, I also served as a Nurse Educator, teaching nursing professionals and helping them in up-skilling.
    Research Area: Organizational behaviour - Migration, Institutionnel Theory, Agency, and Gender studies.

  • Shruti Xess – XUPH2515

    Academic Background: MA in Social Work (Livelihoods and Social Entrepreneurship) from the Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai (2022–2024), and a B.Sc. (Hons.) in Sustainable Development from XIM University, Bhubaneswar (2019–2022), securing third rank in the program.
    Industry Experience: I am a Social Worker with experience in livelihoods. I have worked with renowned organizations such as Barefoot College (Rajasthan), Alaknanda Ghaati Shilpi Federation (Uttarakhand), Dev Kripa Mandal (Mumbai), and the Young Women’s Christian Association (Mumbai) during my Master’s program. Additionally, I interned with the Tata Steel Foundation and served as a fellow with the Drishtee Foundation.
    Research Area: Human development

  • Sudipta Kanungo – XUPH2516

    Academic Background: Integrated Law, B.A. LL.B (Hons.)2013-18 & LL.M(Criminal Law)2018-20 from Madhusudan Law College, Utkal University
    Industry Experience: I have gained 2+ years of practice experience as an Advocate in Orissa High Court and session courts. I was also working as a Law educator in various renowned coaching institutions for 3+ years.
    Research Area: Constitutional Law & Family Law – Constitutional implications of Family Law Legislation and Judicial decisions, Constitutional Rights in Family Law

  • Umesh Kumar Lenka – XUPH2518

    Academic Background: I hold a Master’s degree in Political Science from Madurai Kamaraj University (2014–2016), a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) from IGNOU (2010–2012), and a Master Diploma in Business Administration from IICT, Lucknow (2008–2010). My foundational academic training began with a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from IGNOU (2005–2008), providing a strong interdisciplinary base for my current academic pursuits.
    Industry Experience: Currently, I serve as a Lecturer in Political Science under the Department of Higher Education, Government of Odisha. I have over six years of teaching experience at the undergraduate level, where I have consistently engaged students in critical debates around political theory, governance, and public policy. Prior to entering academia, I served in the Indian Navy for 15 years in the Communication Department under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. My military background has significantly enriched my understanding of India’s national security landscape, strategic affairs, and governance structures.
    Research Area: Public Policy and Governance, with a special emphasis on India’s National Security and its global implications.

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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

  • Poonam Pratap Dev (XUPH17008)

    Education Background: MBA (HR and Marketing) ,B.Tech (Electronics and Telecommunication).
    Research Area: Human Resource.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Sourish Bose ( XUPH1305 )

    Education Background: B.Tech. (Information Technology) ;MBA (Rural Management) .
    Industry Background: His professional expertise lies in rural marketing, livelihood development and CSR initiatives.
    Research Area: He intends to carry out his research in the field of rural development.