PGDM^/MBA ADMISSION
INFORMATION
^AIU Recognized PGDM courses Equivalent to MBA
Associate Professor
CONTACT
Email: ashutosh.srivastava@jaipuria.ac.in
Location: Jaipuria Lucknow
TEACHING AREAS
Statistics for Management, Business Research Methods, Project Management
Dr. Ashutosh Kumar, an Associate Professor in the Decision Science Area at Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow, is a distinguished scholar and recipient of the prestigious Jagdish N. Sheth Best Doctoral Thesis Award conferred by the honorable Vice President of India. With a wealth of experience spanning 27 years in the fields of Statistics, Mathematics, and Management, Dr. Kumar’s illustrious career has seen him traverse through academia, research, and practical application of statistical methods, shaping policies and impacting communities at various levels.
Dr. Kumar has delved into the intricate workings of statistical analysis as a Senior Statistical Officer at NSSTA and through his tenure in esteemed government bodies like the National Statistical Office (NSO), the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, and the Ministry of Rural Development. His hands-on experience, which includes working in over 200 Indian villages and contributing to policy-making circles, has endowed him with a comprehensive understanding of statistics in action—from grassroots data collection to high-level policy formulation.
Dr. Kumar has played a pivotal role in training national and international statistical services officers at the National Statistical Systems Training Academy (NSSTA), bridging the gap between theoretical frameworks and practical applications. His training programs have focused on cultivating an environment of continuous learning, analytical depth, and innovative thinking, ensuring that statistical concepts are understood and applied effectively in real-world scenarios.
Dr. Kumar's research has had a significant impact on real-world issues, with his papers addressing multifaceted issues like women empowerment, poverty, and education from statistical perspectives. This practical approach has strengthened his understanding of subjects like Business Statistics and Business Research Methods, enabling him to provide students with practical insights and real-life scenarios in business management. His interdisciplinary knowledge and insights from anthropology have enhanced his ability to connect theoretical concepts with practical realities, making him a valuable asset to the academic community.
Dr. Kumar's unwavering commitment to lifelong learning and growth is a personal value and a professional mission. His dedication inspires students and colleagues, shaping future generations of analytical thinkers and problem solvers
Kumar, A., & Mishra, S. (2022). Exploring future research agenda for rural mother's empowerment: A study at the intersection of bibliometric and systematic literature review. South Asian Journal of Business and Management Cases, 11(3), 254-275.
Kumar, A., & Singh, R. (2023). Does anti-poverty intervention impact school absenteeism of children? Evidence from India. Development in Practice, 33(8), 975-985.
Vision Viksit Bharat@2047, under Category A, based on recommendations of the Expert Committee of ICSSR Title: Making Rural Women Digitally Capable: Examining NGOs' Role in Enhancing Rural Women's Digital Equity in Selected Region in Uttar Pradesh.
Kumar, A., & Singh, R. (2020). Impact of Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) on School Absenteeism of Children in Beneficiaries' Households of Rural India. 3rd ICBESD Conference Proceedings 2020, Conference (pp. 36).
Kumar, A., & Singh, R. (2020). Impact of Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) on School Absenteeism of Children in Beneficiaries' Households of Rural India. 3rd International Conference on Business, Economics and Sustainable Development (ICBESD-2020), TERI School of Advanced Studies in association with the National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM), NISM Campus, Patalganga, Maharashtra.
Member, Development Studies Association of Australia (DSAA)
President, Statistical Service Officers Association, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, Government of India (2018-2023)
Speaker at training programs for official statistics (Data collection problems with reference to developing countries), International Statistical Education Centre (international statistical functionaries), National Statistical Systems Training Academy (NSSTA), Greater Noida.
Speaker at a training program for official statistics (Basic Statistics Techniques) and experience sharing) for Junior Statistical Officers, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, National Statistical Systems Training Academy (NSSTA), Greater Noida.
Sessions for University Students (Research scholars and PG students), Dibrugarh University on the recruitment process of ISS & SSS and Official Statistics) through Online Mode.
Speaker at Jindal Global Business School (JGBS) (classroom to boardroom), academia and industry connection through Online mode.
Attended a one-day workshop on Labour and Employment Issues. V.V. Giri National Labour Institute, Noida, sponsored by the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India.
Panelist in the "Sustainable Development Goals" discussion organized by the Social Outreach Committee, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow.
Panelist in the panel discussion on "Capacity Building of Social and Grassroots Innovations" organized by the Centre for Entrepreneurship and Family Business, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow.
