Principal Profile

Dr. S. Venkata Siva Kumar is an accomplished academician and researcher with over 16.5 years of teaching experience and 1 year in the corporate sector. Currently serving as I/C Principal at M.C. Gupta College of Business Management, he holds a Ph.D. in Management Studies from JNTUK, Kakinada, specializing in HR. His robust research portfolio includes 31 publications in reputed national and international journals (including UGC-CARE and Scopus-indexed), 21 book chapters, and 1 case study. Additionally, he has authored two books — "Vortex to Tranquillity Voyage of Self-Management" (2024) and "Business Analytics" (2024) — and edited three books, including *"Impact of COVID-19 on Indian Economy"* (2021). His research focuses on occupational stress, digital transformation, and sustainable business practices, earning him memberships in prestigious bodies like InSc and IAAC.

Dr. Siva Kumar has held key academic and administrative roles, including Associate Professor, Controller of Examinations (MBA & PGDM), and Program Coordinator for BBA & BBA (BA) programmes at St. Joseph’s Degree & PG College. A dynamic educator, he has organized national-level FDPs, workshops, and management fests such as "Samardh 2025" and delivered expert sessions on research methodology, data analytics (SPSS, R), and AI applications. His commitment to academic discourse is evident through 24 paper presentations at national and international conferences, including IIM Shillong and Rajagiri Business School, as well as participation in 35 workshops and FDPs conducted by AICTE, NIT Warangal, and Osmania University, covering topics like research integrity, AI in education, and pedagogical innovation.

Passionate about bridging industry-academia gaps, Dr. Siva Kumar mentors students in projects, placements, and research while advocating for ethical AI and sustainable development in education. Fluent in English, Telugu, and Hindi, he combines technical expertise with leadership, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. His dedication to continuous learning and knowledge dissemination underscores his impact as an educator, researcher, and institution builder.

For collaborations or insights, he can be reached at principal.mcgcbm@gmail.com