About Dr. Sarngadharan

A distinguished academic and researcher with over four decades of experience in commerce, industrial management, and applied research.

1000+
Research Articles
18
Published Books
29
PhD Theses Guided
104
M.Phil Dissertations
41
Years of Teaching
15+
Years as Dept. Head

Currently serving as Senior Fellow at the Gulati Institute of Finance and Taxation, Government of Kerala, Dr. Sarngadharan has dedicated his career to advancing knowledge in commerce, industrial management, tourism, power sector finance, and women empowerment. His extensive research contributions and academic leadership have earned him recognition both nationally and internationally.

Career Highlights

1980-Present
Applied Research Activities: Engaged in research on industrial management, tourism, power sector finance and reforms, women empowerment, and related subjects.
1980-2021
Teaching Career: 41 years of post-graduate level teaching at University of Kerala and other institutions.
Until 2015
Director: Led a renowned Management Institute in Kerala, contributing to management education and research.
15+ Years
Department Head: Served as head of university department, providing academic leadership and administrative excellence.

Key Positions Held

University of Kerala

  • • Dean, Faculty of Commerce
  • • Chairman, PG Board of Studies
  • • Member, Academic Council
  • • Member, Senate

Other Institutions

  • • Member-Senate, CUSAT
  • • Curriculum Committee, VHSE
  • • Government Administrator, SNDS Trust

Awards & Recognition

2019
Best Social Scientist in Kerala by Sree Narayana Matha Sanghom
2011
International Excellence Award for Malayalee - Educationalist and Social Scientist (Abu Dhabi)
2011
Vidhya Ratna Award by Kalanidhi, Thiruvananthapuram
2009
Best Teacher in Kerala Award by Sree Narayana Janakeeya Vedi
2009
Sree Narayana Guru Commerce Award by Dharma Prabodhanam Trust
2008
Highest Number of PhD Producer in Humanities & Social Sciences in Kerala
2007
Best Seller Recognition by Booknews Inc, Portland, USA
2005
KalaKerala Award for Best Educationalist in Kerala
1999
Gurusmirithy Award for Best Social Worker
1975
Gold Medal for First Rank in M.Com. Degree Examination

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