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Faculty Profile


Name: Dr. Rashmi Kumar
Email ID : rashmikr.in@gmail.com
Position: Assistant Professor
Department: Economics, ARSD College, University of Delhi 

Dr. Rashmi Kumar is presently an Assistant Professor at Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College, University of Delhi. She has a master's degree in Economics from Patna University, PhD from BRA Bihar University. Before joining this highly rated ARSD College, She has also taught in SGND Khalsa College for 4 yrs & Shaheed Bhagat Singh Evening College for  14 yrs. she had 18 yrs of teaching experience in University of Delhi. She has taught Microeconomics ,Macro economics,Environmental Economics,Indian Economy etc. A  firm believer in institution building, she has evolved as an academic professional with approximately 18 years of experience in research, teaching, and administration. While she has taught many undergraduate courses in Economics, her exposure to research is reflected in various publications in reputed journals and presentations at International & National  conferences,Seminar ,Workshop etc. She  has considerable experience of Innovative Research projects  on E-Waste,Food,Textile etc. Her  areas of research are Textile Industry & Food Industry in India and Abroad, Education & upliftment  for weaker section of society in India.  She actively practices community service, environmental protection & spirituality.

 

Educational Qualification

  • Ph.D. on the topic "Performance of Central Public Sector Undertakings in Textile Industry" from B.R.A. Bihar University (2002)
  • M.A. in Economics from Patna University (1994)
  • B.Ed from Patna University (1996)
  • B.A. (Economics Hons.) from Patna Women College ,Patna University (1984)

Professional Qualification:

  • Completed One week Faculty development programme on “Advanced Python Programming for all” from 9th Oct – 15th Oct 2023 , organised by Atma Ram Sanatan College in collaboration with Teaching Learning centre , Ramanujan College (University of Delhi) and Obtained A+ Certificate , 
  • Completed one week Faculty Development Programme on "Academic Research Writing" from 31st Dec 2021 to 6th Jan 2022 , Organised Teaching Learning Centre, Ramanujan College, in with collaboration Shaheed Bhagat Singh Evening College, University of Delhi and obtained A+ Certificate 
  • Completed Three days online Workshop on “LaTex and R” from 20th Oct – 22nd Oct 2023 , organised by Department of Mathematics under the aegis of IQAC, Atma Ram Sanatan College (University of Delhi).
  • Completed Two week online interdisciplinary refresher course on “Indian Folk Traditions : A Tapestry of Diversity” from 25th Oct – 8th Nov 2023 , organised by Atma Ram Sanatan College in collaboration with Teaching Learning Centre , Ramanujan College (University of Delhi) and Obtained Grade A+ certificate.
  • Completed The NEP 2020 Orientation & Sensitization Programme Under Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme (MM-TTP) from 5th Dec – 14th Dec 2023 , organised by Centre for Professional Development in Higher Education (UGC-MMTTC) ,University of Delhi.
  • Attended Inaugural Ceremony of Faculty Induction Programme on NEP 2020 : Pedagogical Imperatives of Higher Education on Friday, 1st Dec 2023 , organised by University of Delhi.
  • Completed Two Week Interdisciplinary Refresher Course on “Research Methodology and Data Analysis” from 28th July –10th August 2023 organised by Teaching Learning Centre , Ramanujan College (University of Delhi)and obtained Grade A+ certificate .
  • Attended International G20 Conference on “Resilient Approaches for New World Order & Viksit Bharat” held on September 25, 2023 at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi, India , organised by Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, University of Delhi.
  • Attended Two weeks National Interdisciplinary Refresher Course on "Research Methodology and Data Analysis (Sharpening Skills through MS Excel, SPSS, MATLAB and R)"successfully from 24th March to 7th April, 2021 and obtained Grade A+.
  • Completed 4 week Faculty Induction Orientation programme on Faculty of College from 22nd June 2023 – 21st July 2023 , and Obtained A+, organised by Atma Ram Sanatan College in collaboration with Teaching Learning centre , Ramanujan College (University of Delhi)
  • Completed Faculty Training Programs "National One Week Online Faculty Training Program under Internal Quality Assurance Cell & DBT Star College Program" from 13th to 20th August, 2020 on "Padagogical Training For Effective Online Teaching & Learning "organized by Deen Dayal Upadhaya College Univ. of Delhi & K.T.H.M.College.

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    Career Profile

      She has teaching experience of approximately 18+ yrs.

    Full Address of the Institution

    Post Held

    Duration

    Nature of Duties

    Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College, Delhi University

    Asstt. Prof.  (Eco.)

    26th May 2023 to Till Date

    Teaching B.A. Economics (Hons.), B.Com (Prog), BA (Prog.)

    Shaheed Bhagat Singh Evening College, Delhi University

    Asstt. Prof.  (Eco.) Adhoc

    15th Sept, 2010 to 25th May 2023

    Teaching B.A. Economics (Hons.), B.Com.(Hons.), B.Com (Pass) Prog., BA (Prog.)

    Shri Guru Nanak Dev Khalsa  College, Delhi University

    Lecturer (Economics) Adhoc

     

    16th July, 2007 to 15th Sept., 2010

     

    Taught BBE (Hons) & B.Com. (Hons)

    Shaheed Bhagat Singh Evening  College, Delhi University

    Lecturer

    (Economics)

    (Guest)

    15th Sept., 2005 to 14 Sept.,2010

     

    Taught Economics, B.A. (Prog.) and B.Com students

    Patna Women’s College, Bailey Road, Patna, NAAC Accredited – A Grade (Patna University)

    Lecturer

    (Economics) Adhoc

    Teaching

    I.A to B.A. (Hons) & (Pass)

    May 2003 to Sept. 2005

    Taught Intermediate to Graduation Level, coordinated & participated in many National Level Seminars & workshops, Guided research for B.A. Final year (Hons) Students (U.G.C. sponsored – topped in the College), Mentoring, counseling in Career, education and personal issues.

    National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) Regional Centre, Krishna puri, Patna

    Executive Officer (Research)

    March 2002 to 15th May, 2003

    Conducted State Level Research

    National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) Headquarter (Academic Deptt.) B-35, Kailash Colony, New Delhi

    Executive Officer Research & Evaluation + Open Basic Education

    June 1999 to March, 2002

    Administrative Job, Inspection and Screening before accreditation of Institutions, Coordinated study material development, coordinated National Level Research (UNESCO sponsored & Report for India for E-9 countries, coordinated National Level Seminars and Workshops).

    National Centre for Agricultural Economics & Policy Research, (NCAP-ICAR), Pusa, New Delhi

    Senior Research Associate

    Jan 1997 to

    Jan 1998

    National Level Research

    Areas of Specialization / Interest

    • Microeconomics
    • Macroeconomics
    • Development Economics
    • Industrial Economics
    • Textile Industry

     

    Subjects Taught

    • Development Economics (B.A. Hons.)
    • Environment Economics (B.A. Hons, BBE)
    • Introductory Microeconomics (B.A. Hons. & B.Com Hons.)
    • Introductory Macroeconomics (B.A. Hons. & B.Com Hons.)
    • Principles of Microeconomics (B.A. & B.Com)
    • Principles of Macroeconomics (B.A. & B.Com)
    • Industrial Economics 
    • Indian Economy 

     

    Research Projects (Major Grants/Research Collaboration)

    • Worked as Co-Investigators in Project Titled: E-Waste Management : A Roadmap Towards Environmental Sustainability Project Code: RICGP/0013/SBSE/2021 Submitted to IQAC, Innovation Research Grant of Project, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Evening College from Nov 21 to Nov 22.
    • Worked as Co-investigator in the project (Innovation Project SBSC(E)-203) “Innovative Micro Enterprises Of The Hinterland: Evidence From Their Sustainable Business Models And Practices For Inclusive Growth” under Delhi University Innovation Project Scheme. The project was started in November 2013 and completed from March 2015 and the project budget was INR 3 Lakhs funded by University of Delhi.
    • Guided a group of student of B.A.(Hons) final year with the Research Project “A case study on Sudha Mother Dairy of Bihar”, ( UGC sponsored ) and the team secured first position among all the departments in Patna Women College (Patna University )  in 2004
    • Coordinated  National Level Research Project “Reaching the Unreached : Current use of Distance Education Mode for India” in June 1999- March 2002 from National Institute of Open Schooling. Submitted Report for India in E-9 Countries.
    • Worked as a Senior Research Associate on the project “Potential of Diversification Towards High Value Crops” (National Level Research) in the National Centre for Agricultural Economics & Policy Research (ICAR), Pusa, New Delhi.
    • Research done on “Basic Education using the Distance Education Mode in Rajasthan” for UNESCO sponsored research from NIOS (National Level Research) , New Delhi.
    • Research done on "Bangles Industry Firozabad on The  Project Child Labour" , Minitry of Labour and Employment , Govt.of India in 2000.

     

    Publications Profile

    Books 

    1. Written a Book titled “Performance Of Central Public Sector Undertakings In Textile Industry” published in 2008 from R.K. Publishers & Distributors, New Delhi. (ISBN: 978-81-88540-27-3)  
    2. Wrote a chapter “Post-WTO regulations for Micro, Small and Medium Food Business Operators under Food Service Category in India: An indicative Study on the awareness Status among Stakeholders” in the book ‘Global Trade in Services-A WTO Perspective’ edited by O.S.Deol published by Atlantic Publishers and Distributors (P) Ltd in 2017 (ISBN 978-81-269-2517-9)
    3. Written Chapters a book titled “Economics” for Class X & XII for NIOS, New Delhi in 2007
    4. Wrote a book in Hindi ‘Samshti Arthsarth (Macro Economics)’ for Distance Education of B.R.A Bihar University , 30th August, 2005

     


    Journal Articles

    1. Wrote an article titled  ‘Indian Jute Industry and It’s Future’ Published in (IJBGM)’ in International Journal of Business and General Management ((ISSN(P):2319-2267; ISSN(E):2319-2275 Vol.6,Issue 4; Vol 6, June-July 2017; Page number 21-32
    2. Wrote an article titled ‘Impact Of Reforms In Public Undertakings Of Textile Sector: In Special Reference Of NTC (Wbabo) ltd. ” in Indian Streams Research Journal (ISSN No : 2230-7850; Vol 6; Year-2016)
    3. Wrote an article titled “A Study Of Quality And Safety Issues In The Meat Sector In India And Netherlands” published in International Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences (IJHSS) in April 2015 (ISSN (Print): 2319-393X; ISSN(Online) 2319-3948; Vol 4, Issue 3, Apr – May 2015)

     

     

    Conference Participation / Presentations

    Research Papers Presented in National and International Conferences

    • Presented a paper titled "Regulatory Requirements For Micro, Small And Medium (MSME) Food Business Operators Under Food Service Category In Post-WTO Era in the National level Seminar on "Global Trade in Services: A WTO Perspective"* held on March 30th-31, 2016 organised by Department of Commerce, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Evening College, University of Delhi at India International Centre, New Delhi
    • Presented a paper on "A Study Of Quality And Safety Issues In Meat Sector in India And Netherlands" at Second International conference on Emerging Food Safety Risks: Challenges for developing countries organized by National Institute of Food Technology, Entreprenurship and Management (NIFTEM), Minstry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) held on 9th-11th January 2014.
    • Presented a paper titled "Role Of MNEs In The Growth Of Food Sector In India: A Case Study Of Meat Sector in India And Netherlands in the "3rd International Conference on "Multi-National Enterprises And Sustainable Development held on December 12th-14th 2012 organized by MESD and Shaheed Bhagat Singh Evening College, University of Delhi
    • Paper presented in an International Workshop on "Enhancing India's Global Competitiveness in Food Trade" held in New Delhi, Taj Hotel from 24-26th May, 2009 organised by University of Nebraska, Lincoln, USA and Indian Institute of Crop Processing Technology, Government of India, Thanjavur, India
    • Paper presented in National level Seminar (UGC sponsored) on "Strategies And Constraints Of Globalisation In Indian Economy" organized by Vanijya Mahavidyalaya, Patna University from 19th-20th March, 2005
    • Organised State level seminar and presented a paper on "Khadi and Viltage Industries: A Global Perspective" sponsored by KVIC, Government of India from Patna Women's College on 14th March, 2005
    • Paper presented on "Khadi Gramodyog-A Way to Sustainable Rural Economy" in a State level Seminar on Khadi Gramodyog And Gandhian Ideology, organized by Patna Women's College, sponsored by Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) Govt. Of India on Thursday 18th March, 2004
    • Presented Paper on "Importance of Environmental Education in Open Basic Education" in the National Workshop - Reaching the Un-reached: Current Use of Distance Education in Basic Education from 15-17 December 1999
    Participations 
    • Participated in International Webinar on "Contemporary  Public Policy and Economic Challenges" by Prof. Mukul G. Asher and Amitlendu Patil, organized by Department of Economics,  Shaheed Bhagat Singh Evening College on 21st September 2021, on digital mode
    • Participated in National seminar on ‘International Financial System: Challenges & Implications for India’ held on 1st March  – 2nd March, 2017. organised by Shaheed Bhagat Singh (Eve) College, Delhi University & Deptt of Financial Studies, South Campus, Delhi University & worked in core Committee.
    • Participated in National Seminar on ‘Adaptation & Implementation Of Paris Agreement: National Initiative Towards Climate Change Mission’ held on 21st – 22nd April 2017 organised by Shaheed Bhagat Singh Evening College,University of Delhi at Delhi University Conderence hall.
    • Participated in a National seminar organised by Department of Political Science on the Topic: ‘National seminar on state politics in India: Emerging Dimensions’ 21st & 22nd May 2017, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Evening College, at India International Centre, New Delhi.
    • Participated in International workshop on “Emerging Paradigms of Engagement between Japan and India : Bridging the gap between East and South  East Asian Nations” presented by Forum for International Management Networks, in collaboration with,Centre for Reforms, Devlopmentand Justice(CRDJ),held on 21st March,2014 at India International Center,Lodhi Road,New Delhi.
    • Participated in the 1st International Conference on 'Innovation in Food Processing, Value Chain Management and Food Safety' held on 10 January - 12 January 2013 organized by National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM), an Autonomous Institution under Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Government of India
    • Participated in International Workshop ‘Enhancing India’s Global Competitiveness in Food Trade’ held in New Delhi, Taj Hotel from 24-26 May, 2009 organised by University of Nebra Ska, Lincoln, USA and Indian Institute of crop Processing Technology, Government of India, Thanjavur, India.
    • Participated in the International Conference on 'Corporate Governance: The Road Ahead' from 27th March to 28th March 2012 organized by Shri Ram College of Commerce, University of Delhi
    • Participated in the National Conference on 'Foreign Direct Investment: Response and Challenge held on 5 November - 6 November 2012 organized by Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, University of Delhi
    • Participated in National Conference on “Mergers and Acquisitions; opportunities and Challenges” organised by Shaheed Bhagat Singh (Morning) College held on 20 and 21 January, 2012 and in International Conference on “Corporate Governance : The Road Ahead” by Shri Ram College of Commerce  on 27 and 28 March, 2012.
    • Participated in the UGC Sponsored National Seminar on “Financial Sector Reforms in India – The Road Ahead, held in Shaheed Bhagat Singh College (Eve.), University of Delhi, (Department of Commerce), on January 21-22, 2011.
    • Participated in a National Seminar on “Contemporary Issues in Management” held in Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College (SGTB), North Campus, Delhi on 23rd February, 2010, organised by SGTB Khalsa College, Delhi.
    • Participated in “National Workshop on Education for Sustainable Development” hed on 19th January, 2010 by TERI University, New Delhi (Vasant Kunj).
    • Participated in 1st LIS( Learn, Innovate and Startup) organized jointly by CSD and E cell of Of Shyam Lal College IQAC in collaboration with XMAK Finland on 3 and 4 September 2020 on digital platform.
    • Participated in the workshop  of " Data Analysis and Statistical Software R", by resource person Mr. Amit Kumar Goyal, organized by Department of Economics, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Evening College on October 18 2019, on digital mode.


     

    Administrative Assignments

    • Works in NIRF committee of the college since June 2023 (ARSD College)
    • Worked in NAAC committee of the college at Shaheed Bhagat Singh College (2012-2017)
    • Worked as Convenor , Eco Buzz 2023 (Arthwad) & Eco Trove on 28th March 2023 at Seminar Hall , SBSEC University of Delhi.
    • Worked as Convenor National Young Economist Conclave 2021 for undergraduate students from different Colleges &different Universities all parts of India on digital mode on 12 &13 March 2021 .
    • Worked as Convenor organising National level Virtual Talk on "Macroeconomics Of Covid19 in India :An Interdisciplinary Perspective" by Ms Sanjana Kalyan IES,Assistant Director ,Deptt of Economic Affairs,Min.Of Finance on 12 Sept. 2021 on Google meet. 
    • Worked as Convenor and Organised Virtual Talk on "Role Of Agribusiness Management in Economic Development Of Rural & Urban India by Prof.M.K Awasthi,IIM Lucknow on19 Sept. 2020
    • Worked as Convenor for Eco Buzz 2023 (Fest ) inter College Competition  Ecogram & Debate on the Topic "Is India Ready To Be The Production For The World.
    • Core Member of Organizing Team Astitva’23 (Women Development Cell)
    • Core member of B.A. Prog. Society and organised B.A Prog. Indradhanush Fest 2023 (Inter College Competition),Debate,Quiz, Guest Lectures, solo singing , Instrumentals, many others inter college competitions.
    • Core member of B.A prog. Annual Fest Indradhanush 3.0 , Intractive Session with Major Gen. AK Shukla VSM (Retd), Rachna Bisht,  Sudhanshu Kaushik  on 23rd April 2023.
    • Core member of organising team of  NYEC and Eco Buzz Fest 2022.
    • Core Member, Discipline committee 2011-19
    • Core Member ,Student Union  2019-21
    • Convenor Eco Buzz Fest 2020 , Organised on 7th Nov 2020 at SBSEC College 
    • Convenor of Orientation Programme 2020-21 on 9th Sep 2020 
    • Worked as Core Member of Organising Committee for Economics Society (Eco Buzz 2019 and NYEC 2019)
    • Worked as Programme Coordinator in Workshop on Data Analysis and Statistical Software by Amit Kumar Goyal , Ashoka University ( on 18th OCT 2019, organised by Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, University of Delhi.
    • Worked as Programme Coordinator in Eco Buzz 2018, Quizoholic,Researcher Hunt G12  Summit & SWOT anaysis on 1st & 3rd  October 2018 , Department of Economics.
    • Worked as Programme Coordinator in Public Talk by Dr. Elumalai Kannal , Associate Professor, JNU on 1st October 2018.
    • Co-convenor, debating society, SBSEC, 2009-2011 and 2013-15
    • Worked as Coordinator for Debate (Inter College) on the topic "Digital India Is A Step Towards Inclusive Development" from SBSEC on 17th Feb 2017
    •  Staff Coordinator and Organized Eco BUZZ fest (Quiz, National Level Debate  & Extempore oration etc.)  in the Department of Economics on 16th-17th  Feb 2012 at Shaheed Bhagat Singh Evening College
    • Coordinator of  a state level  Seminar on “Khadi & Village Industries: A Global Perspective” organized by Patna Women’s College on 14th March, 2005 – sponsored by KVIC, Ministry of Agriculture & Rural Industries, Government of India.
    • Coordinator, organised and  presented a paper with State Level Seminar  on the topic“Khadi Gramodyog And Gandhian Ideology” for Patna Women’s College (Patna University), Sponsored by Khadi & Village Industries Commission (KVIC) Govt. of India on 18th March, 2004
    • Worked in admission committee since 2011-2023 for B.A. Prog. 
    • Organised Intra-College Debate & Inter College Debate of 2012, worked as co-convenor.
    • Worked as a Teacher Coordinator for B.A. Eco (Hons) Students for two days Training and Development Program in Bakery from 21 to 22 April 2016 organized by International Bakery Research and Training Centre (IBRTC) of National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM) at NIFTEM, Sonepat, Haryana.
    Other Activities

    • I have been actively involved in several social causes; I am the Founder Member and Managing Trustee of the NGO The Earth Care Foundation (www.theearthcarefoundation.org) since 2005 till date. Our NGO works towards providing education to poor and underprivileged youth of our nation.
    • Interactive teleconferencing (Live PowerPoint Presentation) for the "School of Agriculture, Post Graduate Programme, IGNOU, New Delhi on the topic "Development of Indian Agriculture" broadcasted on TV Channel Gyan Darshan on 18.7.2011.
    • Completed training courses of Non-Biology College Teachers on Environmental Science organized by Loyola College, Loyola Institute of Frontier Energy (LIFE), Chennas from 6 September-11 September, 2004
    • Participated in Paper Review offline mode  (2011 to 2019) and online mode (2020 to 2022) in Delhi School of Economics.