St. Francis College

Principal

Dr. R N Subba Rao

Principal

Teaching experience: 30 years +
Qualification: M.Com, MBA, Ph.D

English Department

Mr. Sathish Kumar

(HOD) Assistant Professor

Teaching experience: 15 years
Qualification: M.A, M.Phil, PGDELT, CTE

He has 15 years of work experience in the field of teaching and training. He has presented 5 International level papers and 2 National level papers. His areas of interest are Linguistics, European Literature and Indian Writing in English. Currently he is serving as the Head, Department of English.

Ms. Manjula Deshpande

Assistant Professor

Teaching experience: 13 years
Qualification: M.A, M.Phil,PGCTE (CIEFL/EFLU)

Has been a self -driven language trainer for students and professionals from various sectors. Has been working as an Asst. Professor in the Department of English since 2008.
Worked as an International English Language Trainer (IELTS) at Manya The Princeton, Bangalore. Has been associated with an online Study Centre – Study Turn Crew. Visited Bhavan’s Sri Ramakrishna Vidyalaya ,Hyderabad as a Subject Evaluator .Passionate about imparting language skills, especially among second language learners. Good at conducting events for developing language skills. Attended National Seminar at University level.

Ms. Shirisha Balagam

Qualification: M.A.,M.Phil., UGC NET,TSET (Telangana State Eligibility Test)

Shirisha Balagam is currently serving as Assistant Professor, Department of English, St. Francis Degree College, Koramangala. Prior to this, she has been teaching the Under Graduate and Postgraduate students at a reputed college in Bangalore.She has 15 years of experience in teaching Communicative English, Language and Literature. Her areas of specialization include Linguistics, Phonetics, Phonology and Gender studies.
Read more

She is a member of Communicative English Syllabus Framing Committee, BCU (2019-2020); a member of BOE (Board of Examinations), PG studies, BCU (2019-2020). Also, she was the Chief Examinerfor Bangalore University and BCUand has set University Question Papers for Communicative English.
She has completed UG from Osmania University, Post-Graduation in English from Hyderabad Central University and M.Phil. in Linguistics & Phonetics from English and Foreign Languages University (EFLU), Hyderabad.She is a certified evaluator for TOEFL/GET(Graduate Eligibility Test). She has Qualified UGC NET and Telangana State Eligibility Test.
She has conducted number of workshops and guest lectures on Phonetics and Spoken English at different colleges in Bangalore.She has conducted online sessions in ‘Phonetics&Introduction to Speech Sounds’ for Help the Blind Foundation, Chennai.

Ms. Sowmya

Qualification: M.A.,M.Phil., MBA

Ms. Sowmya is presently working as Assistant Professor in the Department of English. She pursued her Master’s Degree in English Literature from Kerala University and M.Phil.from Madurai Kamaraj University. She also holds an Executive MBA and a Post Graduate Diploma in Methods of Teaching English. Prior to joining St. Francis College, she worked in Garden City College and Krupanidhi Degree College in Bangalore.
Read more

She has published and presented research papers in various National Conferences,International Multidisciplinary Peer Reviewed and UGC approved journals. She has also participated in workshops, conferences, seminars and Faculty Development Programmes. She has a teaching experience of 16 years for undergraduate and post graduate students. Her interest and teaching specialization lies in Indian Literature, American Literature and Soft Skills Training. She was selected as Question Paper Setter for reputed autonomous colleges in Bangalore. She is a member of Bangalore University Valuation Panel. She has taught English as Second Language to adult learners from various nationalities. She is also a member of BOE of a reputed university.

Kannada Department

Dr. Jagadish Babu B V

HOD

Teaching experience: 19 years
Qualification: M.A, Ph.D, Post Graudation Diploma in Kuvempu Sahithya.

• Best NSS Programme officer appreciation in 2008 at Bangalore University.
• Received a “Best paper presentation Award” in National Level Seminar held on 28 th of July 2017 at Sri Bhaghawan Mahaveer Jain College, KGF, Kolar District.
Read more

• Appointed as a Textbook Editorial Committee member for Kannada Language for 1 st and 2 nd Semester B.Com course during 2014 to 2016 in Bangalore University.
• Guide for Ph.D. Scholars, and awarded one Ph.D Scholar in 2019.
• Bangalore University Academic level responsible works done like Question Paper Settings, Valuator, Reviewer, Exam Squad, Squad Chief, etc.
• Several Papers published in State / National / International level seminars.

Mr. Nagaraja A

Assistant Professor

Teaching Experience: 07 years
Qualification: M.A, B.Ed, NET

Mr. Nagaraja.A has 7 Years of teaching experience in Kannada language and cleared UGC NET in 2017. Also he performs University level evaluation duties, Examination duties and Sitting Squad duties.

Mr.Santhosh Kumar R.M

Assistant Professor

Teaching Experience: 12 years
Qualification: Ph.D, M.A, B.A

Mr. Santhosh Kumar R.M is an Assistant Professor in the department of Kannada. He has more than 12 years of teaching experience in Kannada literature. He is currently pursuing his Ph.D from Jain University and the topic is KORATI SHREENIVASARAO AVARA SANNA KATHEGALA VIBHINNA NELEGALU. He has completed his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Kolar Boys College, BU. He also completed his B.Ed in Kannada from Chikkabanavara R. R. B.Ed College. He went on to do his M.A in Kannada from Kolar PG centre with specialisation in folk literature. Read more

He started his teaching career in Silicon City College, K.R. Puram, Bangalore; He has a teaching experience of 2 years in Silicon City College and has handled PUC and Undergraduate classes. He also worked as the Chief Custodian in Silicon City College during the period 2008-10. He was also the Examination Custodian in in SDiamond PU college from 2008-2010.

He has since then been involved in Bangalore University Examination valuation. He has also attended various workshops, seminars and conferences at State, National and International level. He was a member of the interview panel and selected as subject expert for Kannada in Silicon City College and St. Anne’s Degree College for Women, Ulsoor.

He worked in St .Anne`s Degree College for Women, Ulsoor from 2010-Aug 2020. He has put in exceptional dedication and commitment to his teaching career. University Results in Kannada subject under his guidance has been remarkable. He was also the NSS Programme Officer in 2013. He was actively involved with NSS activities including organising blood donation camps and cleanliness drives. He is the coordinator for various committees like; cultural committee, Excursion committee, Grievance Cell, Students welfare officer and also appointed as the proivotal E-attestation officer state level student scholarship-online portal 2019-20.

He has presented and published many papers in esteemed colleges and universities, few being, “International conference REACH - 2015”, on 13th Feb 2015. Presented paper on “Kirutere maadhyama samaaja edurisutiruva Savaalugalu” in Govt. Ramanarayana Chellaram Commerce and Management College on 10th March 2016. Attended a State level seminar on “Kannada Shastriya Stanamana Hosanota”, in Vivekananda Degree College, on 20th Sep 2016. Also presented a paper in a State level seminar on “Aagnyaatha VachanaKaarara Sahitya,” in Sheshadripuram Degree College on 18th Oct 2016. He has also published papers and articles in reputed journals; to name a few 1. Guru Sarvabauma, Titled: Aadarsha Shikshaka. 2. SIRI SAMSHODHANA LEKHANAGALA MALE -8, titled: Korati Shrinivas rao avara kathegala punaralokhana. 3. Referred journal: Abhijata Kannada (Bi-annual journal) Sep-Oct 2019 Vol-5, Issue-5 titled: Korati Shrinivas rao avara ithihasika sanna kathegalu: oondu vivechane. He has also completed working on a project: “Bangarpete Taluku ithehasika hagu Samskruthika adyayana” under the guidance of Dr. D.R. Nagaraj. He has received certificate of appreciation for achieving 100 % results from St. Anne`s Degree college Management.

Mr.Manoj .M

Assistant Professor

Qualification: M.A M.Phil.

He is Assistant Professor in Kannada. Presently working in St.Francis College Koramangala, Bangalore. He has completed his Masters in Kannada in 2013.He has more than seven years’ experience in teaching Kannada language and Literature. Classic Kannada Literature has been his area of interest. He is passionate about exploring new avenues in Sahitya. He has completed his Asianet Kannada Diploma course in Kannada Sahitya . He has developed keen interest in inscription studies as well. Read more

He has completed his M.Phil. from Hampi University. He has both National and International publications to his credit. He has a wide exposure in Language Studies and has attended various National and International workshops conducted by the various reputed universities.

He has also conducted a workshop on Kannada Kalike in 2015for Kannada medium students.

Apart from academic endeavors, he also enjoys taking part in various college activities. During 2019-2020; he has worked as an NSS Programme Officer and have been an active member of college club activities.

Hindi Department

Dr. Lathif Ahamed B.

Associate Professor

Teaching Experience: 13 years
Qualification: M.A,B.Ed, M.Phil, Ph.D

He has Doctorate in Hindi Language his Topic of research is “Manzur Ehtesham ke Upanyason Mein Chitrit Antardwandv” from Dakshin Bharat Hindi Prachar Sabha (DBHPS), Chennai. He completed his B.Ed from Mysore Hindi Prachar Parishad (Karnataka Board) & He is Rashtra Bhasha Pravin from KMHSS, Bangalore. He Got 3 Gold Medals in Linguistic, Literature & over all Distinction from Mysore University. He completed his M.Phil from Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai. Read more

He has more than 13 years’ experience in the field of teaching. He trained more than 100 B.Ed trainee Trained B.Ed trainee students on teaching pedagogy. His area of Interest is Linguistic & Poetry. He teaches Research Methodology, Applied Methodology & all faces of Literature. He has National & International Publication. He is strong &dynamic personality & Motivational speaker. He is a Question Paper Setter of Bangalore University and Bangalore North University (Semester &Non- Semester), Chief Superintendent for Bangalore University Semester Examination.

Dr. Nitin

Associate Professor

Teaching Experience: 5 years
Qualification: M.A, Ph.D, SET, PGDTSH.

Dr. Nitin has completed his Doctoral research in “Samakalin Hindi Aur Marathi Kavitaon Mein Abhivyakt Samajik Chetana (1990-2000)”from ‘The English & Foreign Languages University’ (EFLU), Hyderabad. He qualified SET Exam from Pune University, Pune.
He completed his PGDTSH from University Of Hyderabad, Hyderabad. He has a 5+ year experience in the field of teaching and Many National & International research papers to his name. He teaches Poetry, Story, Drama and Novels papers for the students and his area of interest is Contemporary Poetry. Besides attending several conferences, seminars and training programs. He has also organized national seminar, faculty development programs and workshops.

Dr. Prachi Tripathi

Assistant Professor

Qualification: M.A, B.Ed., Ph.D.

Dr. Prachi has completed her Doctoral research in Hindi from VBS Purvanchal University, Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh in 2006; in the area of “Study of Humanism of Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore”. She has received 2nd position in B.Ed. from Vikram University, Ujjain in 2010. She has completed her dual Master’s degree in Hindi and Philosophy. She has also presented her research paper in Annual Indian Philosophy Conference in 2007 at Allahabad University. She has over 6 years of experience in teaching. She is focused on holistic teaching and developing business communication in Hindi. Her area of interest is writing stories, poetry and social services. She is actively involved in lake rejuvenation of surrounding lakes and water bodies. She is a motivational speaker and believes in experimental teaching.

Commerce Department

Ms. Mini K N

(HOD) Assistant Professor

Teaching Experience: 18 years
Qualification: M.Com, MBA, B.Ed, SET, NET. (Ph.D)

M.Com (Accounting & Taxation) - Calicut University, MBA (Insurance) - ICFAI University, B.Ed. (Commerce) - Mahatma Gandhi University, Cleared Kerala SET(Commerce) in the year 2002, Cleared UGC-NET(Commerce) in June 2013, Diploma in Computer Application.

Ms. Shobha Jonathan

Assistant Professor

Teaching Experience: 13 years
Qualification: M.Com (Corporate Secretariaship), M.Phil, (Ph.D), CC in German language

Shobha completed her M.com corporate secretary course from Karnataka University, Dharwad. She has worked as a financial advisor for one year. From 2007 she stepped into academics. Worked at Christ University from 2010-2016. She has an M.Phil degree in Women Entrepreneurship and is pursuing PhD from Christ University. She has presented papers at University level on Women Entrepreneurship, Faculty Developments, Holistic skill Developments and on quality teachings in 21 st century. She is passionate about teaching, Approachable and dedicated to the overall development of students as a whole. She believes in loving what one is doing as a choice, and loves her teaching profession.

Ms. P .B. Deepa

Assistant Professor

Teaching Experience: 10 years
Qualification: M.com, Mphil,(PhD)

P.B.Deepa, Assistant Professor, St. Francis College, Bangalore from July 2019. She has 10 years of experience in Teaching. Pursuing Ph.D (Periyar University). University Rank Holder in M.Phil Degree Examination. She has done her Master’s degree from Periyar University, Salem in the area of Finance. She has attended and presented papers in the area of Banking and finance and published papers in UGC journals.

Mr. Santhosh

Assistant Professor

Teaching Experience: 05 years
Qualification: M.Com, MBA, KSET, UGC NET

A passionate and self-motivated individual who has zeal in interacting with the youngsters and creating responsible individuals and agents of change in the society. Being specialized in finance, he handles classes for commerce and management. He imparts knowledge on stock markets and conducts mock investment sessions to the students.This facilitates the students to be not mere learners confined to classrooms, but to become the future investors and learn application of the theoretical knowledge in real life. He is also passionate about motivating the students to be more disciplined in their life. His classroom sessions are not very conventional and includes discussions and brainstorming on the current affairs, education, politics and the business world. He is a socially concerned person, who is associated with an NGO. He conducts empowerment programmes for the orphan girls in his leisure as a part of social responsibility.` Read more

Workshop and Seminars Attended:
• Workshop on "Pedagogy of teaching skills at UG level" and "A road map to research techniques"
• National Seminar on "Changing dimensions of corporate reporting in India under IFRS regime"
• FDP on "Thesis & Article Writing: from Copper Strip to Gold Bar" conducted on 10th February 2018 at Seshadripuram Academy of Business Studies.

Paper Publication:
• An insight into One-Person Company - UGC sponsored two-day national seminar on "Companies Act 2013 - issues and challenges" Organised by BMS Women’s College Bangalore on 5th and 6th February 2016.

Mr. Rakesh Nadig H S

Assistant Professor

Teaching Experience: 07 years
Qualification: M.Com., M.Phil., SLET., (MBA), (Ph.D.)

Mr. Rakesh Nadig is pursuing his Doctoral Degree in the area of financial inclusion from Bharthiar University. He completed his undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Commerce from the University of Mysore in the area of Accounting and Taxation. He obtained his M.Phil degree from Bharthiar University and is currently pursuing Master Degree in the area of Management from Annamalai University. Read more

He has been teaching accounting, finance, taxation, banking, research methodology, and human resource papers for undergraduate & postgraduate students of commerce and management. Mr.Rakesh has guided more than 50 Postgraduate research projects. He has presented research papers in national and international conferences. He has published around 30 articles and research papers in edited volumes, refereed-UGC CARE listed and Scopus journals. He has organized various conferences, workshops, symposiums, and faculty development programs. He is also an editorial board member of special issues and an active member of recognized research forums. Financial inclusion, rural development, urban poverty, digital finance, and Indology are his research areas.

Dr. Ramya K

Assistant Professor

Teaching Experience: 08 years
Qualification:M. Com, PGDBA, M.Phil., Ph.D.

Dr. Ramya K has a Ph.D. in Commerce from Bharathiar University, Coimbatore and has obtained her post graduate degree in commerce (Accounting & Taxation) from Bangalore University and PGDBA from Annamalai University. Her core area of research interest is Human Resources Management, particularly - Competency Mapping on Teaching Effectiveness of Higher Education Institutions. Read more

She has more than 8 years of teaching experience. She handles an extensive range of subjects like Income Tax, Business Tax, Goods and Services Tax, Cost Accounting, Costing Methods, Financial Management, Auditing, Retail Management and Indian Financial Institutions and Markets. She has also handled Accounting for Managerial Decisions and Goods and Service Taxation for M. Com. She has published 9 papers in various Scopus, Web of Science and other International journals and presented 9 papers in various conferences. Her strengths are her attitude to take challenges and her way of thinking that she takes both success and failure in a balanced manner.

Shrunga Arasagalli M

Assistant Professor

Teaching Experience: 07 years
Qualification:M.Com, UGC-NET, FC in HRD.

Energetic educator with proven experience of 7 years in the various fields like teaching, banking and corporates. She keeps the teaching sessions organized and interesting to facilitate effective learning of students. Ms. Shrunga is committed and competitive to ensure overall development of students and make them future ready and contributes to the growth of the institution.

Ms. Amrutha KP

Assistant Professor

Qualification: M.Com, UGC-NET, (CMA), SAP FICO

Ms. Amrutha has been a faculty at the Dept of Commerce. She has qualified UGC NET. Besides teaching , she has worked for two BIG 4 Companies .She has qualified CMA INTERMEDIATE and at present she is persuing CMA final. She has also been a certified practitioner of SAP FICO. Coming to her contribution to research ,she has published two international papers .

Mr. Jesmon Raj N

Assistant Professor

Qualification:M.Com

Mr. Jesmon Raj N, is an assistant professor in Department of Commerce, St Francis College. He completed his post graduate M. Com (Accounts and Taxation) from Christ University, Bangalore and presently pursing Ph.D. at Presidency University, Bangalore (Goods and Services Tax). He has also presented his research papers in more than 15 national and international conferences and attended workshops and conducted training program related to Goods and Services Tax.

BBA Department

Mr. Balakumarayyan

Assistant Professor

Teaching Experience: 1 years
Qualification: M.Com (Computer Applications)

Mr.Balakumarayyan is handling BBA (Aviation) and other Aviation short term Diploma courses at St.Francis College. He is an Experienced professional with a proven record of more than 15 years of rich experience in the Aviation Industry. His tenure involves a dedicated track record of service in varying capacities ranging from ‘Station Incharge – Airport Customer Experience in Paramount Airways’, ‘Station Manager – Airport Services and Sales in Malindo Air’, ‘Head – Airport Services in Air Carnival and Air Deccan’ Respectively. Read more

Mr.Bala has multi tasking experience in Airline Industry, which includes Airport Services, Customer Services, Security, Liaison with DGCA,BCAS,AAI,Private Airport Operators, Ground Handling Agencies and other Airlines for the approvals along with execution of daily routine operations. He has an experience in AIRS, SITA LIASON COMMANDER, RADIXX, SABRE, AMEDEUS reservation and Departure Control Systems during his 15 years tenure in Airlines.
He is also a qualified load and trim staff in Boeing 737-800/900 Series, Airbus A320, Embraer 170 & 175 and holds an “AVSEC and Security Screener Certificate’ from “Bureau of Civil Aviation Security – India & DGR CAT 9 Certificate’.
He also has wide experience in the training domain as a trainer, delivering exceptional training for Ground Operations, Reservations, Customer Services, Airport Services, DCS & Load and Trim.

Dr. Soniya K

Associate Professor

Teaching Experience: 10 years
Qualification: MBA, M.Phil, Ph.D

Dr.Soniya has been associated with St. Francis College, Bangalore from July 2019. She took over as Head of BBA Department on August 2019. She has more than 10 years of experience in Teaching and Research. She obtained her Ph.D from Anna University, Chennai in the area of Marketing. Read more

She has done her Master’s degree from SNS College of Technology, Coimbatore in the area Finance and Marketing. She has been involved in teaching Marketing, Financial Services, Research Methodology and other marketing oriented subjects at post Graduate level to the students of Management. She has attended and presented papers in the area of Marketing and published around 35 research articles in refereed international and national journals which have been widely acclaimed. Her Research focuses on global versus local marketing; marketing strategy; innovation and current trends; brand management and so on. She has organized and conducted various workshops, Inter Collegiate Meets, Seminars and Conferences. Besides She is peer reviewer of American Texila University and also conducted various training programs for Blue Collars at Riya Chemy. She has also guided more than 50 M.Phil, UG and Post Graduates research projects.

Mr. Karthik P

Associate Professor

Teaching Experience: 5.6 years
Industry Experience: 1.5 Years
Qualification: M.Com, UGC-NET, K-SET, (Ph.D)

Mr. Karthik P. currently working as an assistant professor in the Department of Management, St. Francis College, Koramangala, Bengaluru. He has completed his Master of Commerce (M.Com), specialized in Accounting and Taxation from Department of Commerce, Central College campus, Bangalore University and has qualified UGC National Eligibility Test (NET) from NTA and KSET from University of Mysore. Read more

He is currently pursuing his Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D) from University of Mysore. He is the gold medalist from Vasavi Union and Vasavi Union Charitable Trust for being meritorious student in M.Com. He has total 6.7 years of experience in both teaching and corporate industry. He also holds a life time membership in Indian Council of Business Education (ICBE) and has published various articles in National and International journals, UGC peer reviewed journals and has delivered more than 20 guest lectures across Bangalore. He is versatile with good leadership skills, a fantastic motivator to keep up the energy and skills of students to foster their academic and professional development and he has a very keen interest towards teaching and research.

Mr. Venkatesh S

Associate Professor

Teaching Experience: 10 years
Qualification: MBA, M.Com

Mr. Venkatesh has completed his MBA and M.Com from Bangalore University, and is currently pursuing PhD from Visvesvaraya Technological University. He has a total experience of 10 years . His academic specialization includes Finance and Accounting.. He has evaluated VTU & BU projects and nominated as internal as well as external examiner for UG & PG projects.

Nethra R

Qualification: MBA UGC NET

Ms.Nethra R has done her masters in business administration from Bharathiar university, Coimbatore, and has qualified UGC NTA NET in June 2019.She has 7 years of experience teaching UG and PG students of various universities and has efficiently guided PG students in their project works. Her area of interest is Human Resource Management, Organizational Behaviour and Marketing. She has published papers in international journal on “Impact of Psychological Contract on Employee Engagement” She has organized many workshops and seminars .She is a self-motivated individual who works for the holistic development of the students.

Mathematics Department

Ms. Jincy CP

Assistant Professor

Teaching Experience: 06 years
Qualification: M.Sc, M.Phil

Assistant professor with 6 years of experience in teaching mathematics to undergraduates at Sir M. Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology, Bangalore. She is a “Mathemagician” with expertise in developing and adopting different methods for conveying key learning lessons. Her key strength is in handling dual role as an educator and a mentor to the undergraduates. She is a M.Phil. and M.Sc. graduate in Mathematics from Christ University.

Dr.Tessy Tom

Teaching Experience: 20 years

Dr. Tessy Tom has more than 20 years of teaching experience Before joining St. Francis ,she was associated with many reputed institutions: Christ (Deemed to be University) Bangalore, Mount Carmel College, Bangalore and Maharani’s college, Bangalore for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Her areas of research have not just one mathematical Mathematical Modeling, Computational Neuroscience, Dynamical system and Optimization techniques. Read more

Her doctoral thesis is on “Analytical and Numerical Solutions of Nonlinear Parabolic Partial Differential Equations”. She has completed two Major Research Projects, one being sponsored by UGC. She has been to Edinburg University, Scotland as a sponsored participant from India for an International workshop on Mathematical Neuroscience. She has presented many papers at International and National Conferences. She is a recipient of National Merit Scholarship award .

Statistics Department

Ms. Latha J

Assistant Professor

Teaching Experience: 06 years
Qualification: M.Sc, B.Ed, M.Phil

6 years of teaching experience in Engineering college and Degree Colleges. Started working from Pankajakasthuri College of Engineering and Technology, Trivandrum, Kerala from 2011 onwards. Read more

Conferences and Seminar Attended:
• Attended International Workshop on “Distribution Theory & Applications” organized by the Department of Statistics, University of Kerala, Trivandrum during 17-19, December 2015.
• Attended International Conference on Statistics on Statistics for Twenty-first Century-2015
(ICSTC-2015) organized by the Department of Statistics, University of Kerala, Trivandrum during 17-19, December 2015.
• Attended State Level Science Seminar on 12 th February, 2013 at Jyoti Nivas College.

Dr.Iyappan M

Teaching Experience: 3 years
Research Experience: 6 Years
Qualification:M.Sc (Gold Medalist), M.Phil, PGDSBSA and Ph.D

Mr. IYAPPAN. M started his career as an Assistant Professor in 2012. In recognition of his contribution to Science & Technology under the category of statistics for the case of research, the Novel Research Academy honoured him with “Best Young Scientist Award” in 2019 and “Best Research Paper Award” in 2020. Read more

He has completed his Ph.D and PG Diploma in Software Based Statistical Analysis from Annamalai University. He has completed M.Phil (Statistics) and M.Sc(Statistics ) from Periyar University, Salem-11. He is a University Rank Holder (Gold Medalist) . He has published around 14 research papers and attended many seminars and presented papers. His professional goal has been teaching with balanced accomplishments in research as well . He aims at teaching state-of-the-art statistical knowledge to students. In research he focuses and encourages on the advancement of new statistical thinking, methodologies and computing for pedagogical sharing with students. His interests are Stochastic Processes and Its Applications, Bio- Statistics, Survival Analysis, Change point problem and Reliability Theory.

Psychology Department

Dr. Sudha Thomas

Associate professor

Teaching Experience: 05 years
Qualification: M.Phil, Ph.D

Ms.Sudha Thomas is a PhD and Mphil from NIMHANS Bangalore. Her core area of research is child mentalhealth issues. She has 5 years of experience in different fields of mentalhealth, has 3 research papers to her name. Her areas of interest is Research,Teaching Psychosocial(Psychiatric) interventions for child & adolescents

Computer Science Department

Dr. Nazura Javed

(HOD) Professor

Teaching Experience: 11 years
Industrial Experience: 8 years
Qualification: MCA, M.Phil., Ph.D, NET

Dr. Nazura Javed has acquired her PhD from Bangalore university under the supervision of Dr. Muralidhara B. L. Besides, she holds a M.Phil. Degree from Christ university and has a UGC-NET certification in Computer Science. Her domain of research has been Social media analytics and machine Learning. Read more

Her career as a computer science professional has spanned nineteen years including an academic experience of 11 years and software industry experience of 8 years. She has participated in seminars, conferences and published papers in reputed, refereed journals in the areas of analytics and machine learning. She has been working as a senior faculty in academic institutions under VTU and Bangalore university and has delivered talks on niche technologies like Social media analytics, Artificial Intelligence and NO-SQL databases.
She considers herself an enthusiastic learner with a passion for teaching.

Ms. Sabitha S

Assistant Professor

Teaching Experience: 10 years
Qualification: M. Sc. Computer Science, (Ph.D)

Ms. Sabitha S completed her M.Sc in Computer Science at the Avinashilingam University, Coimbatore. She is currently pursuing her PhD in from Bharathiar University. Donned the role of ISO Internal Auditor and Positioned as Head of Dept of BCA in addition to 10+ years’ in teaching. Read more

Publication:
• Published a paper in IJIRAE Journal, Volume 3, Issue04, April 2016 titled “ The Tools and technologies needed for offering E-learning Under LCMS - A Survey”
• Published a paper entitle “ A comparative study of different ontology based learner models for personalized E-Learning Systems” in ICJEJS – 2018 with catalog “CFP18Q63-PRJ: 978-1-5386-7321-8”.

Presentation/ Paarticipation:
• Presented a paper with title “The Semantic Web – Future of WWW”, in an International conference, iCIRET- 2013, held at Park College of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore
• Presented a paper with title “Applications of Semantic Web for e- learning”, in a National conference, TEC’AFE 2K14, held at Garden City College, Bangalore.
• Participated in PRAJNAN-2013, National Level Faculty Development workshop on Research opportunities in Computer Science, held on March 16, 2013 at St. Claret College, Bangalore.
• Participated in the National conference “VIBHAVAT – 2014’ held ar Reddyjana Sangha First Grade college on 15 th October 2014.
• Attended a one day faculty development programme on “Research avenues in Computer Science” held at Dayananda Sagar Institutions, on 7 th October 2014.
• Participated in the National conference on Emerging Trends in IT-eit 15 organized by Christ University, on 26 th February 2015.
• Participated in the professional training workshop on Distributed computing with APACHE HADOOP organized by Christ University, on 15 & 16 December 2015.

Ms. Benita Jaison

Assistant Professor

Teaching Experience: 06 years
Qualification: MCA, M.Phil, (PhD)

Currently pursuing PhD from Visvesvaraya Technological University.
Benita Jaison is MPhil in Computer Science from Christ University and has completed MCA from Bharathiar University. Read more

Paper Publication, Conferences and FDP attended:
• Attended 3days National level FDP on “ Innovations in Teaching & Learning” Research Methodology & Data Analysis Using SPSS and AMOS from 7 to 9th February, organised by St Joseph’s College, Bangalore.
• Attended 4 days VGCT Sponsored FDP on Data Acquisition and Control Systems for Space Application, from 17 to 20 th December, organised by Dept. of MCA, New Horizon college of Engineering.
• Presented research paper titled ‘Blockchain Based System for Human Organ Transplantation Management’ in International Conference on Computational Vision and Bio Inspired Computing, organized on 29-30 November, 2018 by the Inventive Research Organization in association with RVS Technical Campus. The paper is also accepted to be published in Springer - Lecture Notes in Computational Science and Engineering (Scopus Source Id : 19700186860)
• Presented research paper titled ‘An Intelligent Organ Distribution using Internet Of Things-Driven System’ in the 2 nd International Conference on Communication and Electronics Systems Organised by Confyy in association with PPG institute of Technology, Coimbatore on 19 th and 20 th October 2017. The paper is published in IEEE Xplore.
• Presented research paper titled ‘Anomaly Tracking Method for Camera Network’ in the national conference on Soft Computing at CMR institute of management studies held on 24th and 25th February 2012.

Dr. Krishnan

Associate Professor

Teaching Experience: 17 years
Qualification: B.Sc, MCA, M.Phil, Ph.D

Dr.Krishnan R has been a faculty at the Dept of Computer Science. He has more than 17 years of teaching experience, along with 2 years of experience in industry. He has obtained Ph.D from Visvesvaraya Technological University, Karnataka in the area of computer vision. His 14 publications include book chapters, National &International Journals/Conferences which are indexed in Scopus, Web of Science, Science Direct and IEEE Xplore . His areas of interest are Simulation & Statistical Analysis, Pattern Recognition, Computer Graphics, Programming languages and Operations Research. His other areas of interests are Astrology, Mythology, Music and Drawing.

Economics Department

Ms. Annie John

Assistant professor & HOD (Economics)

Teaching Experience: 23 years
Qualification: M.A, MBA, B.Ed, (Ph.D)

Ms Annie has 23 years of academic experience in the area of Economics and Management. She has completed MA in Economics and BEd in Social Studies from Mahatma Gandhi University, MBA in Marketing from Bharathiar University and is Pursuing PhD from Mother Teresa Women’s University. She has attended many workshops and participated and presented research papers in many conferences. She has three research paper publications to her credit. She has Innovative class room skills, Mentoring and Coordination skills.

Ms. Usha L

Assistant Professor (Economics)

Teaching Experience: 08 years
Qualification: MA, B.Ed, SLET, (Ph.D)

Working experience from June 2011 to till date. The total years of experience is 8 years. Area of specialization is financial institutions and markets, Indian economy and development economics. I had been participated number of national and international seminars organized by UGC, as well skill development programs.

Journalism Department

Ms. Prameela R

HOD and Assistant Professor (Department of journalism)

Teaching Experience: 05 years
Qualification: M.Sc Journalism

Paper Persentation/Publication
• “Portrayal of Women in Television Soap Opera” Paper Presented, National Conference held at Kristu Jayanti college,Bengaluru (2018)
• “Sustainable Development Through Research and Higher Education” Paper Presented, National Conference held at Indo Asian Academy Degree College Bengaluru 2018 Read more

• In recognition of the Publication of the entitled “Sustainable Development Through Research and Higher Education” Published in Shanlax International Journal of Arts, Science and Humanities UGC Approval No: 43960
• ”Changing Ethical Dimensions in Kannada News Channels” Paper presented , National conference held at JAIN (Deemed to be University)2019
• In recognition of the Publication of the entitled “Changing Ethical Dimensions in Kannada News Channels” Published in International Journal of Scientific Research and Review, An ISO:7021- 2008 Certified Journal.
• “Depiction of Women in Television Soap Opera- a study focused on kannada ” Paper Presented , National Conference held at Indo Asian Academy Degree College Bengaluru 2019
• In recognition of the Publication of the entitled “Depiction of Women in Television Soap Opera- a study focused on kannada” Published in National Journal of Arts, Commerce and Scientific Research Review.

Interior Design

Goghularajan VR

HOD and Assistant Professor

Teaching Experience: 03 years
Qualification: M. Des (Interior Architecture) B.Tech , (Ph.D.)

Mr.Goghularajan is currently working at St.Francis College as Assistant Professor,Head of the Department, Interior Design and Decoration. He has completed his Masters in Design (INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE). He has 3 years of teaching and industrial experience. He has undertaken various enterprising design projects in states like kerala, Pondicherry and Tamil Nadu. Read more

He has also completed his Bachelor of Technology from Pondicherry University. He has conducted various workshops and seminars, related to design and Interior Architecture. He is a visiting Faculty at NIFT Kashmir. He is a proud owner of a patent designed by him; which is implemented in Netherlands and Germany, he works in collaboration with top world class designers. He is highly passionate about architectural design and is committed towards teaching and supporting the students towards realising this dream.