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Dr.Vijayalaxmi Rajendran

Christ University, Northern Institute of Integrated Learning in Management Center for Management Studies, Jamia Millia Islamia, Prin LN Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research

ORCID iD 0000-0002-8378-9750
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Notable Accomplishments

• Strategic tie-ups for Christ University –MSME(Incubation Centre), AIESEC, ENACTUS, CII, NSE, AIMA, Wadhwani Foundation, PRIA & Maratha Farrell Foundations for Participatory Research and Policy Advocacy.
• IQAC Coordinator (2nd in-charge) for the School of Business and Management UG Program
• Incubation Centre Coordinator for SBM, Christ University 2024
• Developed a sample online module for the department, 2022
• Developed e-learning module videos at MPS
• ICF Certified Life Coach and Positive Psychology Coach, 2024
• Certified Relationship Counsellor, ICHARS, 2024
• Developed curriculum on Global HRM for M.A. (H.R)-DLP,2012 for Jamia Millia Islamia, Central University, Delhi (currently in use).
• Worked in varied sectors such as Education, NGO, ITES, Publishing
• Top-ranked faculty at NIILM CMS, Business School, Delhi. Selected for the sponsored Faculty Development Program at the University of Poitiers, France [2012].
• Rated as one of the best trainers for HCL trainees. The highest percentage of conversion of trainees into permanent hires (95%).
• Featured in the media, interviewed several times during my tenure as MAWF-Head of the Delhi Division, showcasing leadership and driving key initiatives."
• Hold the distinction of establishing and managing the Delhi division of Make-A-Wish Foundation of India (Indian Chapter of MAWF International, USA)

Education
Doctoral Program
• Doctor of Philosophy, PhD in Social Work (Human Resources), 2016
Department of Social Sciences, University of Jamia Millia Islamia, 68%
Topic: Mentoring as a tool of the performance of management in an industry

Post Graduate Programs
• Post Graduate Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology,2022-23
Adarsh Rehabilitation Centre for Mentally & Physically Handicapped Children, Bhiwani, 80.83%
• Master of Arts in Psychology (Clinical), 2021
Indira Gandhi National Open University, 68.23%
• Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration-DLP (Human Resources), 2008
Welingkar Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai, 68%
• Master of Management Studies (Marketing), 2000
IESMCRC, University of Mumbai, 61% (1st in Marketing Specialization)

Undergraduate Program
• Bachelor of Science (Microbiology), 1997
Sophia College, University of Mumbai, 67% (3rd position in the batch)
• H.S.C, 1994
Sophia College, Maharashtra State Board, 74.5%
• S.S.C, 1992
Canossa Convent under Maharashtra State Board, 75%

Certification and Trainings
• Certified Trainer for Entrepreneurship and Design Thinking, Wadhwani Foundation, 2024
• Certification in Hypnotherapy, Dr Karen E Wells, 2021
• Certificate in Experiential Play Therapy, GTCCO, 2021
• Certificate in School Counselling, GTCCO, 2021
• Certificate in REBT Practitioner, Priority Academy, 2020
• Certificate in Psychological First Aid, John Hopkins University, 2020
• Certificate in Counselling, Dr Karen E Wells,2019
• Certified Therapeutic Art Life Coach, Transformation Academy, 2019
• Certificate in Applied Behavioural Analysis, Udemy, 2019
• Basic Skills in Counselling. March, by Wholistic Life Clinic, New Delhi, 2018
• Certified Program on Train the Trainers, Indian Society for Training and Development (ISTD), New Delhi, May 2007
• Certified Program on Soft Skills for Trainers (Voice and Accent)s, Abearix Technologies, New Delhi, October 2007


Employment History

Designation: Associate Professor (Currently)
Organization: Christ University, Delhi NCR (School of Business and Management)
Duration: Full-time, August 2022
Role: Faculty, Coordinator-Incubation Centre, IQAC Coordinator, AACSB
Reporting officer: HOD, Director
Academic Responsibilities:
• Teaching diverse subjects in Management such as Marketing, OB, Principles of Management, Communication, and Interview Skills to BBA and Law students
• Training in skills namely email, dressing, and dining etiquette, group discussion, Personal Interview
• Training students for placements
• Guiding students in Summer Internship Projects, Social Responsibility Projects, Dissertation Reports, etc.
• Ensuring the curriculum is up-to-date and aligned with industry standards and academic requirements.
• Designing Syllabus and Course plan according to NAAC standards
• Trainer for HED (SDG goals)
• Organising QIP/FDP and guest talks for specific courses.
• Member of International Conference Committee, 2023
• Member of Conference Sponsorship Committee, 2024
University Level responsibilities:
• Setting up the Incubation Centre at Christ University under MSME
• Coordinator of Christ Incubation Centre-Organising guest talks, Bootcamp
• Fostering startup development and organizing entrepreneurial events.
• University Coordinator for AIESEC
• Networking for Tie-Ups
Department Level Responsibilities
• Coordinator for Venture Verse- Entrepreneurial Club of SBM, Wiki Club
• Organising events- guest talks and competitions for Venture Verse.
• Student Support and Mentoring
• Facilitating collaborations with industry and other ac

Employment

  • Christ University Associate Professor
    2022 - Present
  • Northern Institute of Integrated Learning in Management Center for Management Studies Assistant Professor
    2009 - 2015
  • WCH-HCL Training Consultant
    2008 - 2008
  • Spenta Multimedia Assistant Manager
    2006 - 2008
  • Make- A- Wish Foundation of India National Program Co-ordinator
    2003 - 2006

Education

  • Jamia Millia Islamia Ph.D
    2010 - 2016
  • Prin LN Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research PGDHRM-DLP
    2007 - 2009
  • University of Mumbai MMS
    1998 - 2000
  • Sophia College for Women BSc
    1994 - 1997

Projects & Funding

Projects & funding information is unavailable.

Publications (11)