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Latest revision as of 06:00, 6 November 2025

Prof. (Dr.) Prakash Divakaran
Prof. (Dr.) Prakash Divakaran
Born 26 February 1973, Kayamkulam, Kerala, India
Nationality Indian
Occupation Academic · Author · Entrepreneur
Years active 1990 – present
Known for Vice Chancellor of Himalayan University · Research in Supply Chain Management and Business Administration
Education
  • B.A. (Malayalam), MSM College, Kerala
  • B.Com, MPBOU, Bhopal
  • MBA & Ph.D. (Business Administration), Madurai Kamaraj University
  • M.Com, Vinayaka Mission Sikkim University
  • PGDM – International Business Operations, Vinayaka Mission University, Salem
  • PGDM – Supply Chain Management, Himalayan University
  • M.Phil., EIILM University
  • Diploma in Central Excise & Customs, NIE Management, Chennai

Prof. (Dr.) Prakash Divakaran (born 26 February 1973) is an Indian academic, author, and entrepreneur, currently serving as the Vice Chancellor of Himalayan University, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, India. He is recognized for his contributions to Supply Chain Management, research methodology, and academic leadership. Dr. Divakaran also serves as the Director and CEO of Infinite Global Research Conference Pvt. Ltd., based in Pune, Maharashtra.

Early life and education

Prakash Divakaran was born in Kayamkulam, Kerala, where he completed his schooling at CMS High School. He earned a B.A. in Malayalam from MSM College, Kerala, followed by a B.Com from MPBOU, Bhopal. He pursued an MBA and Ph.D. in Business Administration from Madurai Kamaraj University. His continued pursuit of higher education includes an M.Com, postgraduate diplomas in International Business Operations and Supply Chain Management, an M.Phil., and a Diploma in Central Excise & Customs.

Career

Early career

Dr. Divakaran began his professional career in the private sector, holding key roles in leading manufacturing and industrial firms such as:

  • TEK Electromechanicals Pvt. Ltd.
  • TACO Hendrickson Pvt. Ltd.
  • TATA YAZAKI Pvt. Ltd.
  • Minda Industries Ltd.
  • Polyrub Cooper Standard Pvt. Ltd. – Deputy General Manager (Supply Chain Management)

Academic career

In 2013, Dr. Divakaran joined Himalayan University as a Visiting Professor. His leadership and academic excellence led to his appointment as Pro-Vice Chancellor in 2022 and later as Vice Chancellor in May 2025.

Entrepreneurship

Since 2018, Dr. Divakaran has been the Director and CEO of Infinite Global Research Conference Pvt. Ltd., a Pune-based organization dedicated to promoting academic research conferences, scholarly publications, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Research and publications

Dr. Divakaran has authored and co-authored over 100 research papers published in national and international journals. His books and research work are widely used in management and business studies. Notable publications include:

  • Lean Manufacturing and its Effectiveness in the Automobile Industry
  • Research Methodology: A Guide to Ongoing Research Scholars in Management
  • Supply Chain Management
  • International Business Management
  • Indian Economic Environment
  • Fundamentals of Research Methodology
  • Improving Supply Chain Management: A Sustainable Approach
  • Harmony Unveiled – Sree Narayana Guru’s Blueprint for World Peace and Progress (co-authored)

He has presented papers and delivered keynote lectures at international conferences in the United States, United Arab Emirates, Singapore, China, Hong Kong, and Vietnam.

Editorial roles

Dr. Divakaran has served in editorial capacities for several reputed academic journals:

  • Editor-in-Chief – International Journal of Law, Management and Social Science (IJLMSS)
  • Associate Editor – International Journal of Transformations in Business Management
  • Editor – Phoenix International Multidisciplinary Research Journal
  • Editorial Board Member – Vakdevatha Magazine

Awards and recognitions

Dr. Divakaran has received multiple awards acknowledging his contributions to academia and research:

  • Best Literacy Worker of Alleppey District (1992)
  • Indian Education Award (2019)
  • International Glory Award for Best Educationalist and Research Expert (2019)
  • Golden Aims Award for Excellence and Leadership in Education (2019)
  • Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Award for Emerging Author of the Year
  • Dr. Reddy International Award for Academic Leadership

See also

External links

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