Dr. Kumar Raja N P
Professor
- Teaching
About
Dr. Kumar Raja N.P. is a distinguished academician and seasoned professional in the field of Management and Commerce with over 25 years of comprehensive experience in teaching, research, administration, and institutional development. His career reflects a deep commitment to fostering academic excellence, mentoring future leaders, and bridging the gap between academia and industry. Currently serving as a Professor at PES University, Bangalore, Dr. Raja has held esteemed positions at several reputed institutions, including Associate Professor roles at Kristu Jayanti College and Professor at SDGS College, Hindupur, where he also served as Vice Principal. He began his academic journey at Balayesu Degree & PG College, Hindupur, playing a pivotal role in developing and leading the BBM and M.Com departments. Dr. Raja holds a Ph.D. in Management from S.K. University and has further strengthened his academic foundation with an M.B.A., M.Com, M.Phil., and APSET qualification in Commerce . His areas of expertise span Marketing Management, Finance, and Human Resource Management, and he has consistently delivered impactful lectures and courses across these domains. An ardent researcher, Dr. Raja has guided over 500 UG and PG student research projects and published more than 30 scholarly articles in SCOPUS-indexed and UGC-CARE-listed journals. He has also authored and co-authored five academic books, contributed to curriculum development, and participated in national and international conferences, including those hosted by IITs and IIMs. His academic contributions include being an appointed lesson writer for S.K. University’s Distance Education Program and an editorial board member for peer-reviewed journals. Beyond academics, Dr. Raja has made significant contributions to institutional development—leading NAAC accreditation teams, securing CBSE affiliation for schools, organizing CSR initiatives such as 120+ free eye operation camps, and spearheading job fairs and campus recruitment programs. His passion for student success and social upliftment is evident through his engagement in entrepreneurship training and faculty development programs. Dr. Kumar Raja N.P. is not only a scholar and teacher but also a visionary leader whose dynamic approach to education continues to inspire students, peers, and institutions alike.
HOD , Professor, BALAYESU DEGREE AND PG COLLEGE, 1997 - 2007
VICE PRINCIPAL AND PROFESSOR, SDGS COLLEGE , PG DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES ,, 2007 - 2023
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, Kristu Jayanti College (Autonomous), 2023 - 2024
PROFESSOR, PES UNIVERSITY, 2024 - Till date
Dr. Kumar Raja N.P. is a distinguished academician and research scholar with over 25 years of experience in higher education, spanning teaching, academic administration, research, and institutional development. He currently serves as Professor in the Faculty of Management & Commerce at PES University, Bangalore. He holds a Ph.D. in Management from Sri Krishnadevaraya University and is also an APSET-qualified faculty member. His academic interests lie in Marketing Management, Finance, and Human Resource Management, and he has delivered courses in key areas such as Brand Management, Business Law, Corporate Governance, and Financial Accounting. Dr. Raja has a prolific research and publication record, with over 30 research papers published in SCOPUS, UGC-CARE, and peer-reviewed journals. He has authored/co-authored five academic books, contributed content for S.K. University’s Distance Education program, and served as an editor and reviewer for international journals. He is also the Associate Editor of the international peer-reviewed book “Recent Trends in Economics, Banking, Commerce & Management” (Red Shine Publications, 2023). In addition to his teaching and research work, Dr. Raja has been instrumental in several institutional development initiatives. He has led NAAC accreditation teams, helped secure CBSE affiliation for educational institutions, and has organized numerous FDPs, seminars, and student development programs. A committed advocate of community service, he has coordinated 120+ free eye operation camps in partnership with Shankara Eye Hospital, Bangalore. Dr. Raja is an active member of professional organizations including AIMA, and regularly participates in national and international academic forums. His leadership in placement coordination, curriculum development, and industry-academia collaboration has made significant contributions to enhancing the employability and practical learning experiences of management students.
Education
MBA, S.K UNIVERSITY, 1996
M.COM, ALAGAPPA UNIVERSITY, 2007
PGDCA, S.K UNIVERSITY, 2007
M.Phil, DRAVIDIAN UNIVERSITY, 2012
AP SET, Osmania University, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh, 2012
Ph.D, S.K UNIVERSITY, 2011