Assistant Professor-Commerce
| Dr.Swapna.O - Assistant Professor | Commerce | |
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| Academic qualifications | M.Com (First Rank), B.Ed,SET, NET, Phd |
| Date of Joining | 2012-10-01 |
| Current Professional status | Assistant Professor |
| Doctoral Research Experience | Awarded Ph.D from University of Kerala on the topic “Women Entrepreneurship Among the Scheduled Castes in Kerala- An Evaluative Study” |
| Academic Achievements | 1. Attended UGC Sponsored Orientation Programme @ HRDC, University of Kerala from 27.07.2016 to 23.08.2016 2. Attended UGC Sponsored Refresher Programme @ HRDC, University of Kerala from 01.08.2019 to 14.08.2019 3. SWAYAM ARPIT Online course for Career Advancement Scheme (CAS) on Financial Markets and Emerging Business Models on 16.02.2020. 4. SWAYAM ARPIT Online course for Career Advancement Scheme (CAS) on Refresher Course in Commerce on 31.03.2021. |
| Areas of Academic Interest | Finance |
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| Papers presented in National/International Seminars | International Seminars 1. Presented paper in International Seminar on the topic “ Role of KINFRA in the Infrastructural Development of Kerala” in the International Seminar on ‘Infrastructure – Industrialisation and Development: Forward Linkages Drawing from Business Models’ organised by Dept. of Commerce, School of Business Management and Legal Studies, University of Kerala during 16-18 February 2017. 2. Presented paper in International Seminar on the topic “Knowledge and Innovation Based Business Models – A Path to Business Digitalisations and Portfolio Considerations” in the International Seminar on ‘Business Models- Government Borrowings and Sourcing Finance for Scaling Business Operations’ organised by Dept. of Commerce, School of Business Management and Legal Studies, University of Kerala during 20-22 January 2020. National Seminars 1. Presented Paper on the topic “ Legal Issues related to Women Entrepreneurs in the Globalised Scenerio” in the National Seminar ‘Role of Parliament in Enacting Business Laws in the Globalised World’ sponsored by Institute of Parliamentary Affairs, Government of Kerala and Govt. Arts College , TVM on 23rd and 24th March 2012. 2. Presented Paper on the topic “Ethical Responsibility in Business” in the National Seminar ‘Research in Commerce- Innovative Approaches and Emerging Trends’ jointly organised by Kerala State Higher Education Council and Mar Ivanios College,TVM on 1st and 2nd February 2013. 3. Presented Paper on the topic “ Women Entrepreneurship among Weaker Sections” in the National Seminar on ‘Role of Media in Stimulating Youth Entrepreneurship’ sponsored by Institute of Parliamentary Affairs , Govt. of Kerala in association with Dept of Commerce, Govt. Arts College on 22nd and 23rd March 2013 at Government Guest House, TVM. 4. Presented Paper on the topic “ Institutional Support to Women Entrepreneurship in Kerala” in National Seminar on ‘Government Role in Awareness Creation on Entrepreneurship Among Women in India’ sponsored by Director of Collegiate Education, Govt. of Kerala at Govt. Guest House, TVM, Kerala on 15th and 16th March 2013. 5. Presented Paper on the topic “Role of State Government in Implementing Strategies for the Development of Economy” in the Three Day National Seminar on ‘Capital Formation- A Search for Alternative Models to fit for Kerala Economy’ conducted by Govt. College for Women, TVM on 4th – 6th February 2016 sponsored by UGC. 6. Presented Paper on the topic “New Dimensions in Business” in the National Seminar on “Fine Tuning Commerce Education and Research: Intriguing Challenges Ahead” organised by Research and Post Graduate Dept. of Commerce, Govt. College for Women, TVM sponsored by Directorate of Collegiate Education, Government of Kerala on 2 – 4 November 2017. 7. Presented Paper on the topic “ Gender Inequality faced by Women Employees working in textile sector” in the three day National Seminar on ‘Gender Equality in Contemporary India: Issues and Challenges’ organised by Dept. of History, School of Distance Education, University of Kerala on 21 – 23 November 2017 at Senate Chamber, University of Kerala. 8. Presented Paper on the topic “Business Ethics Among Scheduled Caste Women Entrepreneurs in Kerala” in the three day National Seminar on ‘Ethics in Commerce and Management Research: Sequel and Panacea’ sponsored by Directorate of Collegiate Education, Govt of Kerala and PG Dept of Commerce, Govt. College, Attingal from 24th – 26th October 2018. 9. Presented Paper on the topic “Role of Women Owned Industries in the Tourism Development of Kerala” in the three day National Seminar on ‘Changing Paradigms in Tourism Industry of Kerala’ organised by Research and Post Graduate Dept. of Commerce, Govt. College for Women, TVM on 7 – 9 November 2018. |
| Books Chapters | A chapter titled “SC Women Enterprises in Kerala: A study on its Marketing Methods” published in an International Journal - South Asian Journal of Socio- Political Studies (Sajosps) VOL.XIX No.2 January- June 2019, ISSN 0972-4613. A chapter titled “Role of SHGs and Microfinance in Empowering Women Entrepreneurs” published in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF INNOVATIVE RESEARCH IN TECHNOLOGY ISSN: 2349-6002 ; IJIRT Volume 12 Issue 7; December 2025 A chapter titled “A Study On Quality Of Work Life And Its Impact On Employee Performance” published in International Journal of Advanced Research and Development ISSN: 2455-4030 ; Volume 11, Issue 1, Pg No 3-6; Published 09.01.2026 A chapter titled “Exploring the Intersection of Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainable Practices: A Bibliometric Analysis” published in International Journal for Research in Applied Science & Engineering Technology (IRASET) 2026 ISSN: 2321-9653 ; Volume 13, Issue VII, 2026 A chapter titled “The Intersection Of Artificial Intelligence (Ai), Automation, And Digital Commerce: A New Era Of Business Innovation” published in Innovating For Impact: Gender, Sustainability, And Transformation In Business And Society ISBN 978-81-995524-5-6, Published by Principal, Sree Narayana College, Varkala 2025 |
| Invited Lectures/Resource person | Nil |
| Projects (Major/Minor) | Nil |
| Symposia/Conference/Workshop/ Conducted/ Attended | 1. Attended National Seminar on ‘Financial Sector Reforms and the Banking Industries in India- Opportunities and Challenges’ organised by Dept. Of Commerce, University of Kerala under UGC- Special Assistance Programme held on February 23rd and 24th 2012. 2. Attended International Conference on ‘Alternative Finance and Sustainable Socio Economic Development’ organised by School of Distance Education, University of Kerala in association with Indian Association of Islamic Studies (IAFIE) Kerala Chapter during 22-24 March 2017 in the Senate Chamber, Senate House Campus, TVM |
| Colloquia organized | No |
| Honours/Awards | Awarded Ph.D from University of Kerala on the topic “Women Entrepreneurship Among the Scheduled Castes in Kerala- An Evaluative Study” |
| Administrative distinction | 1. Member- Entrepreneurship Development Club 2. HOD, Department of Commerce 2014-15 3. Member- College Council 2014-15 4. Convenor ED Club 2015-16 5. Member- Sree Narayana Study Cell 2014 6. Member – Tutorial System Committee 7. Member, Community Based Activities 8. Member – Bhoomithra Sena Club 9. Member- Computer Club 10. Nodal Officer, Scholarship 2017 11. ANO, 1(k) Girls Battalion NCC 12. External Question paper Setting – Autonomous College 13. Member of Question Paper Scrutiny – MBA 14. Internal Complaints Committee Member (ICC) 15. College Union Advisor 2024-2025 & 2025-2026 16. PSC Pre-Valuation Board Member |
| Membership Professional Bodies | Membership in Indian Accounting Association (IAA) |
| Research Output | Nil |
| Publications in National/ International Journals | A chapter titled “SC Women Enterprises in Kerala: A study on its Marketing Methods” published in an International Journal - South Asian Journal of Socio- Political Studies (Sajosps) VOL.XIX No.2 January- June 2019, ISSN 0972-4613. A chapter titled “Role of SHGs and Microfinance in Empowering Women Entrepreneurs” published in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF INNOVATIVE RESEARCH IN TECHNOLOGY ISSN: 2349-6002 ; IJIRT Volume 12 Issue 7; December 2025 A chapter titled “A Study On Quality Of Work Life And Its Impact On Employee Performance” published in International Journal of Advanced Research and Development ISSN: 2455-4030 ; Volume 11, Issue 1, Pg No 3-6; Published 09.01.2026 A chapter titled “Exploring the Intersection of Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainable Practices: A Bibliometric Analysis” published in International Journal for Research in Applied Science & Engineering Technology (IRASET) 2026 ISSN: 2321-9653 ; Volume 13, Issue VII, 2026 |