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Ph.D. (2020)
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GSET
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MBA (HRM)
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PGDBM (Marketing)
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B.Sc. (Microbiology)
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Tourism and Destination Management
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Technology-Enhanced Education
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Human Resource Management in Industry 5.0
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Rural Development and Capacity Building
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Consumer Behaviour and Perception Analysis (including NLP-based approaches)
Research paper publication: 5
Book Chapters: 2
Book Edited: 1
Book Author: 1
Conference Papers Presented: 9 international, 4 national, 1 state-level
Poster Presentation : 1
Most Three Notable Publications
1..Kalaiya A & Kumar A (2015) research paper entitled” Tourism as a development tool: A study on role of tourism in economic development , employment generation and poverty reduction: Special focus on Kachchh” published in the International Journal of Advance Research in Computer Science and Management Studies , ISSN :2321-7782 (ONLINE) ISSN: 2347-1778(PRINT) Vol 3, July 2015 5.
2.Kalaiya A & Kumar A(2018) “The Role of Psychology and its Impact on tourist Vacation Satisfaction-An analysis of PERMA Model” published in the International Journal of Advance Research in Computer Science and Management Studies, ISSN :2321-7782 (ONLINE) ISSN: 2347-1778(PRINT) Vol 6,Issue 3 &, March 2018
3. Kalaiya A(2013), article entitled “Jaher prasaran seva: Radio dwara sikshan” published in YOJANA, JULY 2013, ISSN Vol. 751,0971-8397
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Associate Professor, GSFC University, Vadodara (Jul 2023 – Present)
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Former Associate Dean (MBA), Associate Professor, GSFC University (Sept 2023 – Sept 2024)
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Assistant Professor (BBA), GSFC University (2019–2023)
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Assistant Lecturer & HoD (BBA), DNV College, Gandhidham (2009–2019)
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Senior Lecturer (MBA), International Institute of Learning & Management, Gandhidham (2009)
Training sessions conducted/expert talk/Invited guest lecture
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Rajabhai College of Commerce & Economics, Adipur – Topics: Life of Swami Vivekananda, Stress Management, Women Empowerment, Career Guidance (2012–2016)
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Centre for Entrepreneurship Development, Government of Gujarat – EDP Module 2 (2016–18) – Basics of Marketing, Marketing Mix, Selling, Advertising, Market Research, Sales Promotion
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Higher Secondary Teachers Training Program – 2013
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RRLC College, Bhuj – Online session on Communication, Creativity & Critical Thinking (2021)
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GSFC Ltd. –
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Communication in the Corporate World (May 25, 2022)
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Team Building Induction Program for new recruits (May 25, 2022)
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Moonlighting – Knowledge Sharing Initiative “Seekho Seekhao” (Feb 4, 2023)
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Strategic Thinking: Problem Solving & Decision Making – Supervisory Development Program (Feb 18–21, 2025)
Accomplishments
1. Certified International Trainer, Certified Corporate Trainer. Certified POSH trainer.
2. Winner of Elocution at Gujarat University Youth Festival in 2003.
3. First place in elocution at the Open Gujarat Youth Festival (state level) in 2004.
4. Second place in Elocution at Kachchh University Youth Festival in 2004.
5. Third place in elocution at the Open Gujarat Youth Festival (under 18 category) at the state level in 2003.
6. Five-time winner of elocution at Kachchh District school and college competitions organized by Aryasamaj Gandhidham in 2000, 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2007.
7. Second place in Mono Acting at Kachchh University Youth Festival in 2003.
8. First place in Mono Acting at Open Gujarat Youth Festival (Taluka level).
1. Recipient of the "Individual Trainer – Special Category Award for Academic Excellence" at the 14th ISTD Trainer Award (ITA) Ceremony 2025, organized by the Indian Society for Training & Development (ISTD), Vadodara Chapter. Selected from among 65+ pan-India L&D professionals for demonstrating impactful and innovative contributions to the field of academics and learning development.
2. Award of Recognition for contribution to GSFC University, 2024-25—for outstanding contribution, honoring her exceptional dedication and remarkable efforts that have efficiently advanced the university’s mission and inspired the culture of continued excellence.
