Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)

Dr. Vandna Misra is is serving as Professor and Program Coordinator - Commerce at the Centre for Distance and Online Education, Manipal University Jaipur. She has been in the field of academics since 2001 as a faculty member by serving diverse academic institutions of the public and private sectors. Her area of specialization is Finance and Accounting, and she has been awarded a Doctoral degree for her dissertation on Stock Market. She has several research articles to her credit which are published in journals of national and international repute. She has also published a book on ‘Book Keeping and Basic Accounting’. She has been awarded scholarships and medals for her academic excellence. She is a member of professional bodies like IIM Ahmedabad Alumni, Lucknow Management Association, and Commerce & Management Research Association.

Dr. Asha Mamraj Sharma is currently serving as Programme Coordinator of M.Com and Associate Professor at the Centre for Distance and Online Education, Manipal University Jaipur. She holds a Ph.D. in Commerce, is UGC-NET qualified, and has completed an MBA in Finance and Marketing along with an M.Com in Economic Administration and Financial Management. She has over 18 years of postgraduate teaching and academic administrative experience. Her scholarly contributions include research papers presented at national and international conferences, along with publications in indexed journals, conference proceedings, and edited books. She has also authored books in the field of finance. Dr. Sharma also serves as Course Coordinator and Instructor for several SWAYAM MOOCs, including Beginners’ Blueprint to Cost and Management Accounting, AI in Accounting, The Leadership Equation: Balancing Vision, Strategy, and People, Sustainable Development Goals: Synchronizing Business Practices, and Entrepreneurial Finance and Accounting Toolbox in collaboration with IIM Bangalore and Manipal University Jaipur.

Dr. Mredu Goyal is currently serving as Associate Professor in the Department of Commerce at the Centre for Distance and Online Education, Manipal University Jaipur. She holds a Ph.D. in Commerce and is UGC-NET JRF/SRF qualified. With over 15 years of academic and research experience, her areas of expertise include social media marketing, sustainability, green marketing, and consumer behaviour. She has an extensive publication record in Scopus- and Web of Science-indexed journals and has also contributed to international book chapters. She has supervised doctoral scholars and developed a national MOOC on SWAYAM. Her achievements include multiple Best Paper Awards, published patents, and recognition as a reviewer for reputed academic journals.

Dr. Yogita S. Garwal is currently serving as Assistant Professor (Senior Scale) and Course Coordinator in the Department of Commerce at the Centre for Distance and Online Education, Manipal University Jaipur. She holds a Ph.D. in Human Resource Management and has over six years of experience in academics and research. Her areas of expertise include Human Resource Management, Managerial Economics, Digital Marketing Essentials, Indian Constitution, Business Law, and Strategic Management. She also possesses a strong research background, with publications in reputed Scopus-, Web of Science (WoS)-, ABDC-, and UGC CARE-indexed journals. Her scholarly contributions further include patents and copyrights, reflecting her innovative approach to research and knowledge creation.

Dr. Srinivasan Iyer is currently serving as Associate Professor in the Department of Commerce at CDOE, Manipal University Jaipur. He has over 19 years of experience in teaching, research, and academic administration. He holds a Ph.D. in Marketing and is UGC-NET/SET qualified. His areas of specialization include Marketing, Human Resource Management, and Strategic Management. His research focuses on consumer behavior, digital engagement, and green marketing, with publications in Scopus- and ABDC-indexed journals. He is committed to delivering industry-relevant education and fostering research-oriented learning among students.

Dr. Neha Mathur is currently serving as Assistant Professor (Senior Scale) and Course Coordinator in the Department of Commerce at the Centre for Distance and Online Education, Manipal University Jaipur. She has 17 years of teaching experience and has worked with several reputed universities across India. Dr. Mathur specializes in Financial Management, Management Accounting, Research Methodology, Statistics for Management Decisions, and Business Statistics. Under her guidance, one Ph.D. scholar has successfully completed research work. She has also served as Convenor for various international conferences and has organized several workshops on Advanced Excel for scholars, faculty members, and students. She has published more than 17 research papers in Scopus-, Web of Science-, and UGC CARE-indexed journals. In addition, Dr. Neha has launched a SWAYAM course titled Finance Analytics for Decision Making using Excel.

Dr. Ashish Gupta is currently serving as Assistant Professor in the Department of Commerce at the Centre for Distance and Online Education, Manipal University Jaipur. He has over eight years of teaching experience in higher education. His core areas of teaching and research include Accounting, Banking, and Indirect Taxation. He has published 10 research papers in reputed journals and has also contributed as an editor to an edited book. He has actively participated in several national and international seminars and has attended workshops and Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs), reflecting his continuous engagement in academic and professional development.

Ms. Yagnika Sharma is currently serving as Assistant Professor in the Department of Commerce at the Centre for Distance and Online Education, Manipal University Jaipur, with over three years of teaching experience in higher education. She holds a Master of Commerce (ABST) and a Bachelor of Commerce (BADM), and has qualified the UGC-NET and SET examinations. Her areas of expertise include Finance, Green Banking, Sustainable Finance, Green Finance, and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance). She is committed to promoting sustainability-oriented perspectives in commerce and management education. Ms. Sharma is actively involved in academic research and has presented papers at various national and international conferences. She has also coordinated and taught several Commerce and Management courses, contributing significantly to curriculum delivery and academic development within the department.

Mr. Harsh Nagar is currently serving as Assistant Professor (Senior Scale) at Manipal University Jaipur. He is an accomplished academician and industry professional with over 15 years of combined experience in teaching and corporate roles. He has qualified UGC-NET in Commerce and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Consumer Behavior. He brings valuable industry exposure from leading organizations such as Asian Paints and Apollo Tyres, where he held managerial positions that continue to enrich his academic practice. His research interests focus on influencer marketing and consumer behavior, with a growing emphasis on digital and virtual influence, supported by strong expertise in quantitative research.

Mr. Shri Kant Dubey is currently serving as Assistant Professor in the Department of Commerce at the Centre for Distance and Online Education, Manipal University Jaipur. He is an experienced academic with over nine years of teaching experience in commerce and finance. He holds a Master’s degree in Accountancy and Business Statistics (ABST) from University of Rajasthan and is UGC-NET qualified in Commerce. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Finance. He has made notable scholarly contributions, including the publication of a research paper in a Q1 Scopus-indexed journal. His academic interests include finance, accounting, and emerging areas of financial analysis. With a balanced focus on teaching and research, he continues to contribute effectively to academic excellence and knowledge dissemination.

Ms. Shivangi Seth is currently serving as Assistant Professor and Course Coordinator in the Department of Commerce at the Centre for Distance and Online Education, Manipal University Jaipur, with over four years of academic experience. She holds M.Com. (ABST) and B.Com. degrees, has qualified UGC-NET and SET in Commerce, and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Finance. Her academic interests include Finance, Sustainable and Green Finance, and ESG. She has published research papers in Scopus- and ABDC-indexed journals, authored books, and contributed to finance courses on SWAYAM. She actively participates in research conferences and contributes to curriculum development, teaching, and academic excellence in Commerce and Management education.

Dr. Shaifali Mathur is currently serving as Assistant Professor (Senior Scale) in the Department of Commerce at the Centre for Distance and Online Education, Manipal University Jaipur. She is a qualified Chartered Accountant and a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, with over 11 years of rich corporate experience in India and abroad. Her passion for teaching and learning led her to pursue a career in academics, and she has over nine years of teaching experience to her credit. She completed her Ph.D. in Digital Transformation of Accounting and Audit and has published several papers in reputed journals. Being an active member of the Institute, she regularly participates in national and international conferences organized by ICAI. Her core areas of expertise include finance, audit, management accounting, financial accounting, and investment options.

Dr. Shweta Goyal is currently serving as Assistant Professor and Course Coordinator – Commerce at the Centre for Distance and Online Education, Manipal University Jaipur. She has more than five years of experience in academics and research. Her areas of teaching and research include economics, financial management, research methodology, statistics, ethics, and governance. She is keen on exploring the latest advancements in economics, governance, and research methodology and integrating them with real-world applications. She has published more than five research papers and several book chapters in Scopus-, Web of Science-, and UGC CARE-indexed journals. She is also currently guiding a full-time research scholar.

Anjali M. R is an emerging academician and researcher currently serving as Assistant Professor and Course Coordinator at CDOE–Management, Manipal University Jaipur. She is pursuing her Ph.D. in Cultural Studies and Gastronomy, with a strong focus on interdisciplinary research in literary and cultural studies. She holds a Master’s degree in English Language and Literature and has qualified UGC-NET. Her research interests include diaspora studies, gender, film, cultural memory, and gastronomic identity, particularly in relation to Indo-Fijian communities and transmigratory identity frameworks. She has published research in reputed and Scopus-indexed journals on themes such as food and memory, gendered narratives, and cultural representation in literature and film. She is also a member of the Indian Network for Memory Studies (INMS) and actively participates in academic conferences, workshops, and scholarly forums.

Dr. Prabhuti Rathore is currently serving as Assistant Professor and Course Coordinator (Commerce) at the Centre for Distance and Online Education, Manipal University Jaipur. She has over five years of academic and research experience. Her teaching and research interests include Accounting, Taxation, Finance, Sustainability, and Governance. She is committed to staying updated with emerging developments in Accounting, Taxation, and Finance, with a focus on their practical and real-world applications. She has authored more than three research papers published in UGC CARE-listed and peer-reviewed journals. In addition, she has presented her research at various academic conferences and actively participated in Faculty Development Programs (FDPs).