Assistant Professor - Stage III
M.A., M.Phil, Ph.D., KSET
Dr. Florin Shelomith Soans, MA, M.Phil, K-SET, PhD in Economics, is an accomplished academic with over 15 years of experience in higher education teaching. Currently serving as Assistant Professor- Stage III, Chair of Alumni Affairs, and Research Supervisor, Committed to fostering academic excellence and research-oriented learning holds a PhD in Economics from Mangalore University for her dissertation titled “Decentralization and Economic Development: A Study in Karnataka State” under the able guidance of Prof Shripathi Kalluraya K P, Professor, Finance Officer, Mangalore University. With a strong academic foundation, including an M.Phil in Developmental Studies and obtaining a distinction with a cash prize for MA in Economics, she brings both scholarly insight and practical understanding to her field. A registered K-SET holder in 2013, Dr. Soans has contributed to curriculum development, institutional development, and alumni engagement. Research interests span decentralization, local governance, and developmental economics with agriculture, women's studies, and urban and rural parameters. She is listed on Vidwan (ID: 281530) and ORCID (0000-0003-0950-4478), reflecting active participation in academic and professional networks. Aims to continue her academic journey through innovative teaching, impactful research, and meaningful institutional collaboration.
Dr. Soans has made significant scholarly contributions through publications in Scopus-indexed and UGC CARE-listed journals, which is numered to 59, reflecting her dedication to high-quality and peer-reviewed academic output. Published 3 books with ISBN and has actively participated and presented more than 108 research papers in National and International conferences, presenting research papers on topics related to decentralization, women empowerment, and economic governance, agriculture and topics of research interest in economics, humanities and social science. Her academic involvement extends to consultancy services in economics, particularly in areas concerning grassroots governance and local economic planning. She has completed a UGC-sponsored Minor Research Project of Rs 120000 focused on local economic development initiatives. To further enhance her academic expertise and pedagogical skills, Dr. Soans has completed multiple Refresher Courses and Faculty Development Programs (FDPs), a teacher training programme aligning her teaching and research with contemporary developments in economics and higher education. Her consistent engagement with academic training and policy-oriented research underscores her commitment to educational innovation and community-focused economic development.
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| 1 | PhD | Department of Postgraduate Studies and Research in Economics, Mangalore University | Institutional Economics | 2020 |
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1. Chair of Alumni Affairs, St Aloysius (Deemed to be a University), Mangalore
2. PhD supervisor for the Department of Postgraduate Studies and Research in Economics
3. Assistant Professor- Stage III, St Aloysius(Deemed to be University)
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Assistant Professor- Stage III |
St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) Mangaluru- 575003 |
June 2013 |
Present |
12+ Years |
PG- MA Economics, MA Business Economics. UG-BA, BCom, BBA, BSc. |
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Lecturer |
Kanachur Institute of Management and Science, Derlakkate, Mangalore |
June 2011 |
May 2013 |
2 Years |
UG- BA, BCom, and BBM (Economics Papers) |
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Appointed as an Academic Counsellor for the MA Economics Programme at Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) – Study Centre: St. Aloysius College, Mangalore (Code: 1302). |
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Total Teaching Experience: 14+ years
PG: Microeconomic Analysis, Macroeconomic Analysis, Indian Economy, Developmental Economics, Environmental Economics, Economics of Travel and Tourism Management, Banking and Economics of Insurance.
UG: Managerial Economics, Business Economics, International Trade and Foreign Exchange Management, Public Economics, Money and Banking.
Mangalore University, 2020.
Ø MPhil Thesis: “Financial Management by Local Bodies: A study in Dakshina Kannada district”, Hampi Kannada University, 2014.
Ø UGC Minor Research Project: Completed in March 2016. Title: “Women's participation in local bodies: A study in Dakshina Kannada”, Sanctioned Amount: ₹1,20,000
Ø Research Guidance: Supervising 1PhD research scholar (Ongoing) and Postgraduate students’ dissertations.
Ø Research Interests: Developmental Studies, Institutional Economics, Macroeconomic Dynamics, Women Studies, Governance, Rural and Urban Economics.
Institutional economics, Developmental studies, Agricultural economics, Rural and Urban Economics, International trade and Foreign exchange management, Macro indicators and dynamics, Women studies, Governance and Monetary economics.
I. Articles in Journals:
1. Paper titled- “Cause Based Investment Trends in Philanthropic Activities” published in International Journal of Latest Technology in Engineering, Management & Applied Science (IJLTEMAS) ISSN 2278-2540 | Doi: 10.51583/IJLTEMAS | Volume XIV, Issue VIII, August 2025
2. Paper titled – “Health Education is an Essential Part of Human Development: An Intervention Study in Promoting Mental Health and Well-Being among Adolescents”, published in Cahiers Magellanes-NS, Volume 06, Issue 1, ISSN: 1624-1940, DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.26310509, http://magellanes.com/ (Web of Science), July 2024.
3. Paper titled – “Social Media and Sustainable Education”, published in International Journal of Scientific Research in Engineering and Management (IJSREM), Volume 08, Issue 03, March 2024. SJIF Rating: 8.176, ISSN: 2582-3930. An open-access scholarly journal indexed in major databases and metadata. DOI: 10.55041/IJSREM29174.
4. Paper titled – “Education and Social Mobility: Sociological Analysis of Issues and Challenges among Pinjara Community”, Paper ID 20529, published in Educational Administration: Theory and Practice, E-ISSN: 2148- 2403, P-ISSN: 1300-4832 (Scopus), dated 3rd Jan 2024. DOI: https://doi.org10.53555/kuey.v30i1.7130.
5. Paper titled – “An Imperative Need for Public-Private-Civil Society Participation in Swachata Anandolan”, Manuscript ID 20532, published in Journal of Population Therapeutics and Clinical Pharmacology, ISSN: 2561- 8741 (Scopus and Web of Science), dated July 5, 2022. DOI: https://doi.org/10.53555/jptcp.vv29i03.7344.
6. Paper titled – “Dalits among Muslims of India: A Sociological Review”, Article ID 20531, published in Kurdish Studies, ISSN: 2051-4883 / e-ISSN: 2051-4891 (Scopus and Web of Science), dated July 1, 2022. DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.53555/ks.v10i1.3285.
7. Paper titled – “Sanitation, Social Change and Development: A Comprehensive Sociological Review”, Paper ID 20530, published in Journal for ReAttach Therapy and Developmental Diversities, ISSN: 2589-7799 (Scopus), dated January 5, 2022. DOI: https://doi.org/10.53555/jrtdd.v6i1.3051.
8. Paper titled – “Development and E-Commerce: A Review”, Article ID 20533, published in Journal Critical Review (JCR), ISSN: 2394-5125 (Scopus), dated November 5, 2020. DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.53555/jcr.v7i11.4960.
9. Paper titled – “Engaging Local Bodies in Swachata Anandolan: A Collaborative Approach”, Paper ID: 20534, published in Turkish Online Journal of Qualitative Inquiry, ISSN: 1309-6591 (Scopus), dated June 4, 2020. DOI: https://doi.org/10.53555/tojqi.v11i2.10345.
10. Paper titled – “Decentralization and Development: Indian Experience”, published in International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, Volume 2, Issue 10, pp. 454–457, October 2015. e-ISSN: 2349-
4182, p-ISSN: 2349-5979. Impact Factor: 5.742.
11. Paper titled – “Participation of Women in Local Governance: A Study in Dakshina Kannada District”, published in International Multidisciplinary Half-Yearly Research Journal – IDEAL, Volume IV, Issue 1, September– February 2015–16, ISSN: 2319-359X. Global Impact Factor: 0.850.
12. Paper titled – “Institutional Approach for Financial Inclusion with Special Reference to Dakshina Kannada”, published in Parivridhi: A National Refereed Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies, No.1, August 2015. ISSN: 2394-9112.
13. Paper titled – “Managing Talent in Modern Business World”, published in International Journal of Multidisciplinary and Current Research, Nov–Dec 2015. ISSN: 2321-3124. Impact Factor: 2.021.
14. Paper titled – “Effective Leadership in Education Sector: A Case Study at St. Aloysius College U.G. Student Female Council Members”, published in Journal of Management Studies and Academic Research, SDM PG Centre for Management Studies and Research, Mangaluru. ISSN: 2455-4960.
15. Paper titled – “Women Empowerment through Participation in Local Governance: A Study of Coastal Karnataka, India”, published in International Journal of Research in Social Science. ISSN: 2249-2496. Impact Factor: 6.278.
16. Paper titled – “Women Entrepreneurship Development in India: Issues and Challenges”, published in International Journal of Research in Commerce, Economics & Management, Volume 6 (2016), Issue 12 (December). ISSN: 2231-4245.
17. Paper titled – “Financial Management and Local Governance”, published in International Journal of Advanced Research and Development, Volume 2, Issue 2, March–April 2017. ISSN: 2455-4030. Impact Factor (RJIF): 5.24.
18. Paper titled – “Demonetization Effect on Petty Shopkeepers”, published in International Journal of Advanced Research and Development, Volume 5, September 2017, pp. 129–131. ISSN: 2455-4030. Impact Factor (RJIF): 5.24.
19. Paper titled – “Tourism and Hospital Industry with Reference to Dakshina Kannada District”, published in Peer-Reviewed and Referred International Journal of Multidisciplinary Educational Research (IJMER) by Sucharitha Publications, Visakhapatnam, Volume 9, Issue 12, December 2020. JISRAF Impact Factor: 6.514; Index Copernicus Value: 5.16; ISI Value: 2.286.
20. Paper titled – “Tourism and Economic Indicator”, published in International Journal of Creative Research Thoughts. Paper ID: IJCRT2012135, Registration ID: IJCRT_201483. ISSN: 2320-2882. Impact Factor: 7.97.
21. Paper titled – “Institutional Approach for Financial Inclusion with Special Reference to Dakshina Kannada”, published in Parivridhi: A National Refereed Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies, No.1, August 2015. ISSN: 2394-9112.
22. Paper titled – “Women Empowerment through Participation in Local Governance: A Study of Coastal Karnataka, India”, published in International Journal of Research in Social Science. ISSN: 2249-2496. Impact Factor: 6.278.
23. Paper titled – “Women Entrepreneurship Development in India: Issues and Challenges”, published in International Journal of Research in Commerce, Economics & Management, Volume 6 (2016), Issue 12 (December). ISSN: 2231-4245.
24. Paper titled – “Financial Management and Local Governance”, published in International Journal of Advanced Research and Development, Volume 2, Issue 2, March–April 2017. ISSN: 2455-4030. Impact Factor (RJIF): 5.24.
25. Paper titled – “Demonetization: Impact on Women-Owned Travel Agencies in Mangalore City”, published in Bi-Annual Journal by MSNM Besant Management Review, Vol. 1, Issue II & Vol. 2, Issue I, Jan–Dec 2017, pp. 9–15.
1. Paper title: “Impact Analysis of Social Media Towards Sustainable Education”, published in the edited book volume by St Agnes College (Autonomous)Mangalore ISBN 978-81-968205-4-1.
2. Paper title- “Green Marketing with Reference to tourism in Coastal Karnataka” Published in Business Education and Employability: Challenges and new directions, Niruta Publications ISBN: 978-93-84262-24-2.
3. Paper title- “Role of Panchayat institutions in Rural development”.Published in “Urban and Rural development: Challenges and opportunities” by Ajanta Prakashan, Aurangabad. ISBN: 978-93- 83587-26-1.
4. Paper title- “Management education an imperative need for institution-industry relationship”. Published in “Higher Education: Special Emphasis on Management Education” in electronic version (online). ISBN: 978-93-5196-889.
5. Paper title- “Reforms in Indian retailing market: Problems and Challenges”. Published in “Trends and challenges in Indian Business Management” by Prof. DeepakAshok Kumar,Hari Sunder G.Ram, Arun Krishnadas. ISBN: 978-93-83241-60-6.
6. Paper title- “Green tourism:Opportunities in Coastal Karnataka”. Published in the edited volume“The Green Umbrella:Green Business Opportunities” by Prof. Djamma A. and Mrs .Sema Prabhu S. ISBN: 978-81-927561-2-7.
7. Paper title- “Recent trends in social science”. Published online in “MANEGMA – 2014 Proceedings of the National Conference on Changing Trends in Management, IT & Social Sciences” ISBN No: 978-81-929306-0-2.
8. Paper title- “FDI in India: Analysis of trends during global recession”. Published in Edited book “Emerging landscape of Retail and Impact on Economy” by P. Murari and S. Saravanan. ISBN: 978- 81-8094-158-0.
9. Paper title- “E-Banking Indian Experience” Published in E-book Edited by Dr.A.B.kalkundrikar
, Dr.A.R.Rotti and Dr .Govind Welling. ISBN: 978-81- 927463-1-9.
10. Paper title- “Role of Sustainable Tourism in Economic Development of Coastal Karnataka''. Published in Edited book by Prof. M Mukambika and Dr. Raghu Kumar N. ISBN: 978-93-819792- 6-6.
11. Paper title- “Performance Evaluation of local bodies”,Published in the Edited book “Inclusive Growth Model in India” by Shripathi Kalluraya, Narayana Roa, Jayavantha Nayak, Prakesh Roa ISBN: 81-8885-12-7.
12. Paper title- “Global Economic Recession its impact on major sectors of the Indian Economy”. Published in Edited book by Dr.M S Bhagyashaker. ISBN: 978-93-5051-634-8.
13. Paper title- “Role of NGOs in development of Coastal Karnataka: A Historical and Contemporary Review”. Published in Edited book by Prof.Sunita and Prof.Padmnabha B. ISBN: 978-93-811-95-10-9.
14. Paper title- “Women Entrepreneurship Development for Guaranteed Employment” Published in Edited book by M.S.Subhas. ISBN 978-93-81361- 46-7 Won BEST PAPER award in the conference.
15. Paper tile- “Gender discrimination in the rural labour market: A case study Dakshina kannada district”. Published in Edited book by Dr P Sundararaj, ISBN-978-81-906512-3-3
16. Paper title- “Economics of higher education: Prospectus of Indian education system”. Published in ebook “Innovations and best practices in higher education institutions”. Edited by Prof.P.S.Aithal and Subrahmanya Kumar N ISBN: 978-81-929306-2-6.
17. Paper title- “Women empowerment through guaranteed employment”. Published in proceedings “Feminine qualities and leadership” Edited by Dr.Anusuya Rai and Dr. A. Siddiq ISBN: 978-81- 930542-0-8.
18. Paper title- “Financial literacy: An imperative need for sustainable microfinance”. Published in Conference proceedings “Women empowerment through Micro Finance – Challenges and Prospects”,St. Agnes College, ISBN: 978-81-930869-0-3.
19. Paper title- “Decentralization and development: Indian experience”. Published in “Idea of nationalism in India” in edited book by editors Prof Chandrashekar Dixit, Dr.Jayalaxmi ISBN: 978-81- 930129-0-1.
20. Paper title- “Microfinance: Strategy for women empowerment”. Published in “CANCON 2016 Publication of proceedings – Micro Finance: Growth Engine for Rural Economy” Edited by Prof.Seema Prabhu S. and Prof.Dejamma A. ISBN :978-81-927561-6-5.
21. Paper title- “Decentralization and Waste Management: Role of Urban Local Bodies with special reference to Mangalore City Corporation” Published in “Inclusive Economic Growth and Sustainable Development”. Editors Dr.N .R. Parasuraman and Dr. B. Venkatraja, ISBN : 978-93-83302-18-5.
22. Paper title- “Social Entrepreneurship and Women Empowerment: A case study of fisheries community of Coastal Karnataka, India” Published in “Inclusive Economic Growth and Sustainable Development”. Editors Dr.N .R. Parasuraman and Dr. B. Venkatraja ISBN : 978-93-83302-18-5.
23. Paper title- “Role of NGOs in building Social Entrepreneurship: A study at Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka”.Published in “Inclusive Economic Growth and Sustainable Development”. Editors Dr.N
.R. Parasuraman and Dr. B. Venkatraja .ISBN: 978-93-83302-18-5.
24. Paper title- “Institutional approach for Financial Inclusion: A study with special reference to Dakshina Kannada”. Published in “Financial sector reforms in India” Editors Dr. G.T. Govindappa, Dr. Laxmana P, Dr.Cirappa I.B. ISBN: 978-93-84262-30-3.
25. Paper title- “An imperative need for sustainable microfinance by financial literacy”. Published in “Inclusive Growth: Dynamics and Discourses” Editors Dr A.Jaya Kumar Shetty and Mr. Ganaraja K.ISBN: 978-81-927970-1-4.
26. Paper title- “Local bodies: Institutional Infrastructure for grass root level development” Published in – Infrastructure development (Issues and Challenges) Editors – Dr.Thimmaiah T.Dand Dr.WajeedaBano – 2017 ISBN: 978-1542472784.
27. Paper title- “Demonetization: Impact on Petty Shopkeepers” Published in Economic growth and sustainable development: Emerging trends. Editors- Dr N R Parasuraman and Dr B Venkatraja.ISBN: 978-93-83302-26-0.
28. Paper title- “Financial management of Urban local bodies: A study at Mangalore City Corporation” Published in Economic growth and sustainable development: Emerging trends Editors- Dr N R Parasuraman and Dr B Venkatraja ISBN: 978-93-83302-26-0.
29. Paper title- “Demonetization: Impact on medical students education” published in the proceedings book of 16th one day National Conference in MANEGMA series on impact of ideas and innovations on Management, IT, Education and social sciences by Srinivas Institute of Management Studies, Mangalore Page no 190-196.Co-authored paper with Mr.NeelGar Goswami
Completed UGC Minor Research Project, on March 2016 and UGC letter number MRP (H)-0821/13 14/KAMA002/UGC-SWRO Dtd:28.03.2014. Titled “Women participation in local bodies: A study in Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka” Amount sanctioned and received Rs 1,20,000.0
➢ BestYoungTeacherAwardfrom GRABS Educational Charitable Trust Chennai January 2017.
➢ Gold medal and cash prize for being topper in M.A. Economics (Macro Economic Analysis) 30th convocation ceremony by Mangalore University, Karnataka.
➢ State level Essay competition held at Bangalore from Ambedkar YuvaSena - 2nd place.
➢ Best paper and poster awards at National conferences.
1. Member of MAA (Mangala Alumni Association) Mangalore University.
2. Served as an executive body member of Mangala Alumni Association, Mangalore University.
3. Member of MUEA (Mangalore University Economics Teachers association, Mangalore University.
4. Executive body member of Mangalore university economics teachers’ association, Mangalore University.
5. Member of All India Economics teacher’s association.
6. BOE member of Department of Economics, St Aloysius College (Autonomous)Mangalore.
7. BOS member of Department of Economics and Department of Commerce, St. Aloysius College (Autonomous), Mangalore. BOE member of Mangalore University Distance Education.
· Participated in the Faculty Development Program on Global Business Foundation Skills (GBFS) at Infosys, Mangalore from 18th November to 26th November 2025.
· Participated in the online series on “The Art of proposal Writing” from 22.9.2025 to 26.9.2025 from Madras Christian College (Autonomous) East Tombaram, Chennai.
· Attended One-week online FDP on “Elevating Research Practices from Philosophy to Publication” – AJ Institute of Management, Mangaluru- 21-26 July 2025.
· Participated in National Level Two-Day FDP on “Techniques and Applications in Teaching Engineering Mathematics” – K. Ramakrishnan College of Engineering, Tamil Nadu – 10–11 June 2020.
· Attended a State Level Two-Week FDP on “Information and Communication Technology Usage in Teaching”
– Government of Karnataka, Dept. of Collegiate Education, GFGC Siddakatte – 30 May to 12 June 2020.
· Attended Five-Day Regional Workshop on “Outcome-Based Education” – IPSR Solutions Ltd. and St. Aloysius College (Autonomous), Mangalore – 22–26 June 2020.
· Participated in a Five-Day FDP on Research Methodology – Sunshine Academy of Research and Innovation –
25–29 November 2024.
· Completed Eight-Day National Level Online FDP on “Research Methodology Using ChatGPT and AI Tools”, organized by Marian College Kuttikanam, LUC MRC, and Kerala State Higher Education Council – 21–29 September 2023.
· Participated in the National Workshop on “More Inclusive Growth”, St. Aloysius College, Mangalore – 27 March 2012.
· Attended Workshop on “Student Counselling for College Teachers”, organized by Mangala Alumni Association®, held at Maps College, Mangalore – 2 August 2012.
· Participated in the UGC-sponsored National Workshop on “Changing Contours of Indian Economy”, St. Aloysius College, Mangalore – 24 September 2013.
· Delegate at the National Workshop on “Right to Work: New Dimensions of Distress Migration in South India”, St. Aloysius College (Autonomous), Mangalore – 8 March 2016.
· Attended Workshop on “Teacher Competency Development for College Teachers”, University College, Mangalore – 27 December 2013.
· Participated in Workshop on “How to Get Published in the Right Journal”, GRABS Educational Charitable Trust, Chennai – 22 January 2017.
1. “Smart strategies with artificial intelligence: improving efficiency and customer experience in small business”, presented paper at the International Conference on AI for sustainable future at PA first Grade College in collaboration with St Aloysius (Deemed to be university), Mangaluru, 27th September,2025.
2. “From Traditional to Cognitive: AI-Driven Paradigm Shifts in Business Management”, presented at the International Conference on Transforming Management Paradigms: Ai for Dynamic Business World, AJ institute of Management, Mangaluru,22nd August 2025.
3. “AI-Driven Transformation in Banking: A Case Study of Karnataka Bank Limited”, presented at the International Conference on Drishti 2025: A New Era in Management and Technology, Vivekanada College of Engineering & Technology, Puttur, Dakshina Kannada ,9th August 2025.
4. “Emotions and Economics: Student fears in an AI World”, presented at the International Conference on Drishti 2025: A New Era in Management and Technology, Vivekanada College of Engineering & Technology, Puttur, Dakshina Kannada ,9th August 2025.
5. “Green Technology and Sustainable Campus”, presented at the International Conference on Drishti 2025: A New Era in Management and Technology, Vivekanada College of Engineering & Technology, Puttur, Dakshina Kannada ,9th August 2025.
6. “Student Entrepreneurship and Mental Health”, presented at the International Conference on Drishti 2025: A New Era in Management and Technology, Vivekanada College of Engineering & Technology, Puttur, Dakshina Kannada ,9th August 2025.
7. “Evaluation of cause based investment trends in philanthropic activities”, presented at the International Conference on Drishti 2025: A New Era in Management and Technology, Vivekanada College of Engineering & Technology, Puttur, Dakshina Kannada ,9th August 2025.
8. “Digitalization and Sustainability: Building Resilience & Inclusivity”, presented at the International Conference on “Digital Entrepreneurship for Social Impact”, Milagres College, Mangaluru, 7th June 2024.
9. “A Deep Drive into Start-up Stories”, presented at the International Conference on “Business and Banking Revolutions in Industry 4.0 Era”, Mangalore University, 6th–7th June 2024.
10. “Impact of Social Media in Reshaping Sustainable Education”, presented at the International Conference on “Reshaping the Future: Exploring Challenges and Innovations in Business and Education”, St Aloysius (Deemed to be University), 15th March 2024.
11. “Women Entrepreneurs and Post COVID-19”, presented at the 6th International Conference on “COVID-19: Implications for Business”, AIMIT, Beeri, 8th June 2022
12. “Work-Life Balance of Women in the Education Sector: A Study at Private Colleges in Mangalore, India”, presented at the International Conference, St Agnes College (Autonomous), Mangaluru, 8th–9th January 2018.
13. “Service Sector in India: Performance and Challenges of the Tourism Sector in Coastal Karnataka”, presented at the International Conference on “Sustaining Competitive Advantage in Service Sector” (SUCAS – 2015), Bhubaneswar, 15th–16th May 2015.
14. “Reforms in Banking Practices in India”, presented at the 4th International Conference on Emerging Trends in Finance and Accounting: Global Recovery – India Story, SDMIMD, Mysuru, 21st–22nd August 2015.
15. “Challenges and Prospects of HR in the Informal Sector with Special Reference to Mangalore City, Karnataka, India” (Co-authored), presented at the 4th International Conference on “Managing Human Resource at Workplace”, SDMIMD, Mysuru, 4th–5th December 2015.
16. “Managing Talent – Effects and Challenges in the Modern Business World” (Co-authored), presented at the 4th International Conference on “Managing Human Resource at Workplace”, SDMIMD, Mysuru, 4th–5th December 2015.
17. “Women Entrepreneurship Development for Guaranteed Employment”, presented at the International Conference on “Financial Inclusion – From Obligation to Opportunity (ICFI-2014)”, CMRIMS, Bengaluru, 30th April 2014.
18. “Role of NGOs in Building Social Entrepreneurship: A Study at Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka” (Co- authored), presented at the 2nd International Conference on “Inclusive Economic Growth and Sustainable Development”, SDMIMD, Mysuru, 18th–19th November 2016.
19. “Social Entrepreneurship and Women Empowerment: A Case Study of Fisheries Community of Coastal Karnataka, India” (Co-authored), presented at the 2nd International Conference on “Inclusive Economic Growth and Sustainable Development”, SDMIMD, Mysuru, 18th–19th November 2016.
20. “Decentralization and Waste Management: Role of Urban Local Bodies with Special Reference to Mangalore City Corporation”, presented at the 2nd International Conference on “Inclusive Economic Growth and Sustainable Development”, SDMIMD, Mysuru, 18th–19th November 2016.
21. “Impact of Jan Dhan Yojana on Beedi Rolling Families: A Study at Bantwal Taluk, Dakshina Kannada”, presented at the International Conference on “Green Banking”, University College, Mangaluru, 1st–3rd February 2017.
22. “Demonetization: Impact on Petty Shopkeepers” (Co-authored), presented at the 3rd International Conference on Economic Growth and Sustainable Development: Emerging Trends, SDMIMD, Mysuru, 10th–11th November 2017.
23. “Financial Management of Urban Local Bodies: A Study at Mangalore City Corporation”, presented at the 3rd International Conference on Economic Growth and Sustainable Development: Emerging Trends, SDMIMD, Mysuru, 10th–11th November 2017.
22. “Reforms in Indian Retailing Market: Problems and Challenges”, presented at the International Conference on “Trends and Challenges in Indian Business Management – Placitum 2014”, Shree Narayana Gurukulam College of Engineering, Kerala, 7th–8th November 2014.
23. “Management Education: An Imperative Need for Institution-Industry Relationship”, presented at the 4th International Conference on “Higher Education: Special Emphasis on Management Education”, Justice K.S. Hegde Institute of Management, NMAMIT, Nitte, 29th–30th December 2014.
24.“Role of Urban Local Bodies in Urban Transformation”, presented at the International Conference on “Urbanization and Economic Transformation: Issues and Challenges”, Tumkur University, 12th–13th October 2012.
25.“FDI in India: Analysis of Trends During Global Recession”, presented at the International Conference on “Emerging Landscape of Retail and Impact on Economy”, University of Madras (UGC & FICCI), Chennai, 6th– 7th September 2012.
II) National Conferences Presentations:
1. Presented a paper titled “An Analysis of Women’s Representation and Challenges They Face: A Study on the Women Faculties in Undergraduate Educational Institutions” at the Two-Day National Seminar on “Pathways to Progress: Enhancing Women’s Skills for Viksit Bharath”, Kukke Sri Subrahmanyeshwara College, Subrahmanya, Karnataka, 17–18 February 2025.
2. Presented a paper titled “Education for Social Sustainability: A Review on Social Science Perspective” at the National Seminar on “Present Status of Social Science Education and Future Possibilities”, Vivekananda College, Puttur, 15 November 2024.
3. Presented a paper titled “A Study on Poverty in India and India's Efforts in Achieving Sustainable Development Goal-1: No Poverty” at the National Conference on “Eco-Economics: Integrating Ecology and Economy for a Greener Tomorrow”, St Aloysius (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, 13 August 2024.
4. Presented a paper titled “Impact of Tourism on Indian Economy with Special Reference to South India” at the National Conference on “Women Entrepreneurship in Tourism and Hospitality Industry”, Motimahal College of Hotel Management, 1 February 2020.
5. Presented a paper titled “Demonetization: Impact on Medical Students” at the National Conference on “Recent Development in Management, IT, and Social Science”, Srinivas University, Mangalore, 17 March 2018.
6. Presented a paper titled “Role of Tourism in Marketing at Coastal Karnataka Towards Sustainability” at the National Conference on “Entrepreneurship on Tourism and Hospitality”, Motimahal College, Mangalore, 2 February 2018.
7. Presented a paper titled “Demonetization: Impact on Women-Owned Travel Agencies in Mangalore City” at the National Conference on “Family Business: Opportunities, Challenges, and Issues”, Manel Srinivas Nayak Memorial Besant Institute of PG Studies, Mangalore, 3 November 2017.
8. Presented a paper titled “Impact of Demonetization on Petty Shopkeepers in Mangalore” at the UGC- Sponsored National Seminar on “Goods, Business Ethics, and Social Values”, Poorna Prajna Evening College, Udupi, 6 September 2017.
9. Presented a paper titled “Impact of Demonetization on Travel Agencies and Services in Mangalore” at the UGC-Sponsored National Seminar on “Goods, Business Ethics, and Social Values”, Poorna Prajna Evening College, Udupi, 6 September 2017.
10. Presented a paper titled “GST – Game Changer for Development” at the National Seminar on “Goods and Services Tax: Challenges and Opportunities”, Davangere University, Shivagangothri, Karnataka, 13 April 2017.
11. Presented a paper titled “Gandhian Approach for Make in India” at the Two-Day National Conference on “Skill India to Leverage Make in India: Initiatives and Challenges”, A.J. Institute of Management, Mangalore, 12–13 April 2017.
12. Presented a paper titled “Women Empowerment and Digital India” at the UGC-Sponsored National Seminar on “Digital India”, Canara Degree College, Mangalore, 2–3 March 2017.
13. Presented a paper titled “Changing Pattern of Plantation Crops in Indian Economy: With Special Reference to Dakshina Kannada” at the UGC-Sponsored National Seminar on “Plantation Crops”, Nehru Memorial College, Sullia, 14 February 2017. (Best Paper Award)
14. Presented a paper titled “Women Entrepreneurial Activities Among Fisheries Community in Dakshina Kannada District, Karnataka” at the National Seminar on “Women in Changing India”, St. Aloysius College, Mangalore, 20–21 September 2016.
15. Presented a paper titled “Women Empowerment Through Participation in Local Governance: A Study of Dakshina Kannada District” at the ICSSR-Sponsored National Conference on “Indigenous Growth of Sociology and Research in India”, Department of Sociology, Mangalore University, 13 May 2016.
16. Presented a paper titled “Financial Management of Local Bodies – A Study of Dakshina Kannada District” at the National Conference on “Financial Sector Reforms”, St. Mary’s College, Shirva, 6 May 2016.
17. Presented a paper titled “Green Marketing with Reference to Green Tourism: A Study of Dakshina Kannada District” at the Two-Day National Conference on “Business Education and Employability: Challenges and New Directions”, Mangalore University, 29–30 April 2016.
18. Presented a paper titled “Institutional Approach for Financial Inclusion: A Study with Special Reference to Dakshina Kannada” at the National Conference on “25 Years of Financial Sector Reforms: A Look Back and Ahead”, Davangere University, 22–23 April 2016.
19. Presented a paper titled “Women Participation in Local Governance: A Study of Dakshina Kannada District” at the UGC-Sponsored National Seminar on “Inclusive Green Growth”, Besant Evening College and NITK, Mangalore, 22–23 April 2016. (Best Paper Award)
20. Presented a paper titled “Microfinance: Strategy for Women Empowerment” at the National Conference CANCON 2016 on “Microfinance: Growth Engine for Rural Economy”, Canara College, Mangalore, 29–30 January 2016.
21. Presented a paper titled “Financial Inclusion of Women Petty Shop Owners, Mangalore City, D.K., Karnataka, India” at the Two-day National Level Seminar on “Microfinance for Inclusive Growth and Inclusive Finance: Issues and Policy Options” held at St. Agnes College (Autonomous), Mangalore, on 30th November and 1st December 2015.
22. Presented a paper titled “Role of Panchayat Institutions in Rural Development” at the One-day National Conference on “Urban and Rural Development: Challenges and Opportunities” organized by Reena Mehta College of Commerce and Management Studies, Department of Commerce and Management, on 21st September 2015.
23. Presented a paper titled “Waste Management with Special Reference to Mangalore City Corporation” at the UGC-sponsored National Conference on “E-Waste Management – Challenges and Opportunities” held at Canara College, Mangalore, on 3rd and 4th September 2015.
24. Presented a paper titled “Challenges and Prospects of Indian Banking System with Special Reference to Jan Dhan Yojana in Dakshina Kannada” at the UGC-sponsored National Conference on “Green Marketing in India: Emerging Opportunities and Challenges” held at SDM College, Mangalore, on 21st August 2015.
25. Presented a paper titled “Tourism in Green Marketing with Special Reference to Coastal Karnataka” at the UGC-sponsored National Conference on “Green Marketing in India: Emerging Opportunities and Challenges” held at SDM College, Mangalore, on 21st August 2015.
26. Presented a paper titled “Women Participation in Local Governance: A Study in Dakshina Kannada District” at the ICSSR-sponsored Two-day National Conference WCMVS 2015 organized by the Department of Social Work, Mangalore University, Mangalagangothri, Karnataka, on 28th and 29th April 2015.
27. Presented a paper titled “Banking in Rural Area” at the National Conference “New Age Banking in India: Issues & Challenges” organized by the Department of Studies and Research in Economics, Tumkur University, Karnataka, on 25th April 2015.
28. Presented a paper titled “Role of Local Bodies in Waste Management with Special Reference to Mangalore City Corporation” at the National Level Conference on “Emerging Trends and Challenges in Commerce & Management (ETCCM -2015)” organized by the Department of Commerce, AIMS, on 16th April 2015.
29. Presented a paper titled “Effective Leadership Training for Local Bodies” at the National Conference on “Leadership Effectiveness” organized by SDM PG Centre for Management Studies and Research, Mangalore, on 13th February 2015.
30. Presented a paper titled “Institutional Approach to Promote Micro Enterprises” at the UGC-sponsored National Conference on “Issues and Prospects of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises” held at Sri Dhavala College, Moodbidri, on 28th and 29th January 2015.
31. Presented a paper titled “Financial Literacy: An Imperative Need for Sustainable Microfinance” at the National Conference on “Women Empowerment through Micro Finance – Challenges and Prospects” held on 26th and 27th September 2014 at St. Agnes College (Autonomous), Mangalore.
32. Presented a paper titled “Decentralization and Development: Indian Experience” at the UGC-sponsored Two- day National Seminar on “Idea of Nationalism in India: Historical, Cultural, Economic and Political Trends” held on 5th and 6th September 2014 at Sri Mahaveera College, Moodbidri.
33. Presented a paper titled “Economics of Higher Education: Prospectus of Indian Education System” at the One- day National Conference on “Innovations and Best Practices in Higher Education Institutions” held on 28th June 2014 at Srinivas Institute of Management Studies, Mangalore.
34. Presented a paper titled “E-Banking: Indian Experience” at the Two-day National Conference on “E-Commerce: Opportunities and Challenges” held on 25th and 26th April 2014 at Bharatesh Education Trust’s Global Business School, Belgaum.
35. Presented a paper titled “Women Entrepreneurship Development for Guaranteed Employment” at the UGC- sponsored National Conference on “Feminine Qualities and Leadership (FEMCON-2014)” held on 22nd and 23rd April 2014 at University College, Mangalore.
36. Presented a paper titled “Recent Trends in Social Science” at the One-day National Conference on “Changing Trends in Management, IT and Social Sciences” held on 9th April 2014 at Srinivas Institute of Management Studies, Mangalore.
37. Presented a paper titled “Theoretical Base for Sustainability of Business” at the National Level Conference on “Business Sustainability through Social Science Addition” held on 7th April 2014 at St. Aloysius College (Autonomous), Mangalore.
38. Presented a paper titled “Civil Society Movement in South Canara” at the ICSSR-sponsored National Conference on “Social Exclusion and Inclusive Growth: Challenges and Strategies” held on 6th and 7th February 2014 at Mangalore University.
39. Presented a paper titled “Green Tourism: Opportunities in Coastal Karnataka” at the UGC-sponsored National Seminar “The Green Umbrella: Green Business Opportunities” held on 23rd and 24th January 2014 at the Centre for Advanced Studies in Commerce and Management, Canara First Grade College, Mangalore.
40. Presented a paper titled “Institutional Approach for Agricultural Marketing” at the National Seminar on
“Agricultural Marketing: Issues and Challenges” held on 21st January 2014 at SDM College, Ujire.
41. Presented a paper titled “Social Capital for Economic Development” at the UGC-sponsored National Seminar on “Social Capital Formation: The Indian Experience” held on 17th January 2014 at Besant Women’s College, Mangalore.
42. Presented a paper titled “Inclusive Growth Model: Indian Experience” at the NITTE National Conference on “Market, State and Society in Emerging India” held on 29th and 30th December 2013 at Justice K.S. Hegde Institute of Management, NMAMIT, NITTE, Karnataka.
43. Presented a paper titled “Risk Management in Stock Investment” at the UGC-sponsored Two-day National Seminar on “Indian Capital Market: The Emerging Trends” held on 16th and 17th December 2013 at Bhandarkar’s Arts and Science College, Kundapura.
44. Presented a paper titled “Economics of Education: Prospectus of Indian Education System” at the National Seminar on “Changing Paradigms of Higher Education: XII Five Year Plan Initiatives” organized by AIFUCTO, AMUCT, and held at St. Aloysius College (Autonomous), Mangalore, on 1st December 2013.
45. Presented a paper titled “Indigenous Market for Rural Products” at the UGC-sponsored Two-day National Seminar on “Indigenous Management Practices and Sustainable Development: Paradigms and Paradoxes” held on 26th and 27th September 2013 at Shree Gokarnanatheshwara College, Gandhinagar, Mangalore. Best Paper Award
46. Presented a paper titled “Role of Sustainable Tourism in Economic Development of Coastal Karnataka” at the National Conference on “Public-Private Partnership with Special Reference to Development of Tourism in Karnataka” held on 10th May 2013 at BMS College for Women, Bengaluru.
47. Presented a paper titled “Civil Society Movement in South Canara: A Historical Perspective” at the UGC- sponsored National Seminar held on 12th and 13th March 2013 at Besant Evening College, Mangalore.
48. Presented a paper titled “Agricultural Marketing Cooperatives in India: A Review” at the National Conference held on 7th and 8th December 2012 at Sri Dhavala College, Moodbidri, organized by Karnataka State Co-operative Federation Ltd, Bangalore.
49. Presented a paper titled “Performance Evaluation of Local Bodies” at the National Conference on “Experiences of the 11th Plan and Expectations of the 12th Plan” held on 27th and 28th November 2012 at Bhandarkar’s Arts and Science College, Kundapura.
50. Presented a paper titled “Invisible Hands: Women in Economic Development” at the National Conference held
on 21st and 22nd March 2012 at the Women’s Study Centre, Mangalore University, Mangalagangothri.
51. Presented a paper titled “Global Economic Recession: Its Impact on Major Sectors of the Indian Economy” at the Two-day National Conference on “Global Economic Crisis and Its Impact on Indian Corporate and Government” held on 15th and 16th March 2012 at Rajarajeswari College of Engineering, Department of Management Studies, Bangalore.
52. Presented a paper and poster titled “Invisible Hands in Economic Development” at the National Seminar “Women as a Catalyst” held on 25th February 2012 at St. Aloysius College, Mangalore -Best Poster Prize
53. Presented a paper titled “Role of NGOs in Development of Coastal Karnataka: A Historical and Contemporary Review” at the National Conference held on 2nd and 3rd January 2012 at Sahyadri College of Management and Sciences, Adyar, Mangalore, Karnataka.
54. Presented a paper titled “Women Entrepreneurship Development for Guaranteed Employment” at the National Conference held on 4th and 5th November 2011 at Kousali Institute of Management Studies, Karnataka University. Best Paper Award
55. Presented a paper titled “Gender Discrimination in the Rural Labour Market: A Case Study of Dakshina Kannada District” at the Planning Commission of India-sponsored National Seminar on “Engendering Agriculture Development: Emerging Perspective Issues, Challenges and Strategies” organized by Cooperative League in Development and Employment (COLDE), held on 15th and 16th July 2011.
56. Presented a paper titled “Financial Literacy for Sustainable Growth of Microfinance” at the UGC-sponsored Two-day National Seminar on “Microfinance for Inclusive Growth: Operations and Interventions” organized by the Department of Women Studies, Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, on 18th and 19th March 2011.
57. Presented a paper titled “Civil Society Movement in South Canara” at the State-level Seminar organized by the Department of History, Mangalore University, Mangalagangothri, held on 21st April 2011.
III) Regional Conference Presentations.
1. Presented a paper titled “Institutional Approach for Financial Inclusion with Special Reference to Dakshina Kannada” at the State-level Conference on “TORCH” held at New Horizon College, Bangalore on 10th April 2015.
2. Presented a paper titled “Local Bodies: Institutional Infrastructure for Grassroot Level Development” at the ICSSR-sponsored State-level Conference on “Infrastructure Development: Issues and Challenges with Reference to Kodagu District” to be held on 2nd March 2015 at FMKC, Kodagu.
3. Presented a paper titled “Architecture of Mangalore” at the State-level Seminar jointly organized by Karnataka Tulu Sahitya Academy (ATAK) and Mangalore University History Teachers’ Association on 1st and 2nd March 2009.
A) Conferences and Seminars Participations:
1. Participated in the State-level Conference on “Heritage Tourism: Prospects in Coastal Karnataka”, St. Aloysius College, Mangalore – 15 March 2008.
2. Attended KRCBC Regional Commission for Dialogue, Fathima Retreat House, Mangalore – 15–16 July 2008.
3. Participated in the State-level Seminar on “More Inclusive Growth: Approach to the Five-Year Plan”, MGM College, Udupi – 13 September 2008.
4. Participated in the National Conference on “Religion: Functions and Dysfunctions”, St. Aloysius College, Mangalore – 6–8 February 2009, organized by Mangalore University Sociology Association.
5. Participated in the National Seminar on “Human Resource as a Strategic Business Partner”, St. Aloysius College, Mangalore – 1 October 2013.
6. Participated in the “Census Data Dissemination Workshop – 2015”, Department of Economics, Mangalore University, in collaboration with Directorate of Census Operations, Karnataka – 29 January 2015.
7. Participated in the National Seminar on “Indian Economy – Current Issues and Challenges”, Department of Economics, Mangalore University – 25 April 2017.
8. Participated in the “Teachers Conference: Empowering Educators”, organized by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India – 28 September 2021.
B) International Webinars
1. “Impact of COVID-19 on Global Economy with Special Reference to India”, Bangalore University – 21 July 2020.
2. “COVID-19 and Its Impact on Global Economy”, Lead India – 13 August 2020.
3. “Leveraging Culture for Organizational Growth”, St. Aloysius College (Autonomous), Mangalore – 19 November 2020.
4. “Is Technical Analysis Prime for Stock Selection?”, Loyola Degree College, Bangalore – 25 June 2020.
5. “Digital Marketing Trends to Look for in 2021”, Nehru Arts and Science College of Business Economics, Bule Hora University, Ethiopia – 23 April 2021.
C) National and Regional Webinars
1. Attended National Webinar on “Strategies for Managing Personal Finance” on 2nd August 2025
2. “Banking: The Battle for the Customer”, Canara College, Mangalore – 6 June 2020.
3. “Preparation of Manuscript”, St. Aloysius College (Autonomous), Mangalore – 17 June 2020.
4. “Is Online Teaching a Supplement or Substitute for Classroom Teaching?”, Sri Mahaveera First Grade College, Moodabidri – 23 June 2020.
5. “Cyber Forensics and Current Challenges”, Crescent – 13 June 2020 (Regional).
6. “The Digital Accountant”, ISDC and St. Aloysius College (Autonomous), Mangalore (Regional).
7. “Federalism and State Capacity”, St. Aloysius College (Autonomous), Mangalore – 23 June 2020.
8. “National Education Policy 2020: Policy Vision and Higher Education”, St. Aloysius College (Autonomous), Mangalore and Forum for Educational & Social Studies, Bangalore – 25 August 2020.
9. “New Economic Crises: Challenges to Recovery”, Sri Mahaveera College, Moodabidri – 13 July 2020.
10. “Data Analysis and Statistical Computing”, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Agra – 27 May 2020.
11. “COVID-19 and Its Impact on Capital Market”, Smt. Mithibai Motiram Kundnani College of Commerce and Economics, BIAP – 5 May 2020.
12. “Celebrating Nature – An Environmental Conscious Interface for a Sustainable Future”, Canara College and Mangalore University – 6 June 2020.
13. “Managing Finance and Investment During COVID-19”, Finmark Trainers India Pvt. Ltd. and St. Aloysius College – 6 June 2020.
14. “MSMEs and Their Sector in India: Challenges and Prospects”, St. Aloysius College (Autonomous), Mangalore – 18 June 2020.
15. “IT Returns – A Practical Approach”, St. Aloysius College (Autonomous), Mangalore – 11 November 2020.
16. “Revised Accreditation Framework for Autonomous Colleges”, St. Aloysius College (Autonomous), Mangalore – 7 September 2020 (Regional).
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