Professional Overview
Dr. Bhupendra Kumar is an internationally recognized academic leader and researcher with over 18 years of global experience in academics, high-level research, and administrative leadership. Currently serving as a Professor at Galgotias University, he is distinguished by his extensive international footprint, including significant tenures as a Professor and International Relation Officer in Ethiopia and visiting professorships in Rwanda and Russia. He is a specialist in navigating global university rankings (THE/QS) and fostering international research collaborations with organizations like UNESCO, the African Union, and Erasmus Europe.
Academic Background
- Ph.D. in Business Management: Dayalbagh University, Agra (2009).
- M.Phil. in Economics: Bundelkhand University, Jhansi; Gold Medalist (2004–2005).
- MBA in Finance: Lucknow University; First Division (2000–2002).
- B.Sc. (Mathematics): Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Agra.
Global Leadership & International Experience
Dr. Kumar has built a robust international profile through diverse roles across continents:
- Ethiopia: Served as Associate Professor and International Relation Officer at Debre Tabor University for six years (2017–2023).
- Rwanda: Visiting Professor and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (DVC) at the University of Kigali.
- Russia: Visiting Professor at Ural State University, Yekaterinburg, and the Higher School of Economics (HSE), Moscow.
- South Africa & Kenya: Regularly serves as a foreign Ph.D. thesis examiner for top institutions like the University of KwaZulu-Natal.
- India: Visiting Professor at Rashtriya Raksha University (National Defense University).
Research & Professional Certifications
- Scholarly Impact: Has delivered over 32 global lectures, signed 13+ international MoUs, and served as a reviewer or editor for 35+ publications.
- Government Advisory: Has served as a Resource Person for the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, India, for nearly a decade.
- Certifications: Certified Credit Research Analyst (NISM) and Equity Derivatives specialist.
Areas of Specialization
- Advanced Financial Management & Derivatives
- International Business & Foreign Exchange Markets
- Corporate Governance & Global University Rankings
- Data Analysis (R-Studio, SPSS, STATA, Smart PLS)