Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Awards
Publications
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LEADERSHIP AND ADMINISTRATIVE ROLES
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ASHISH C PIUS

ASHISH C PIUS

Kerala

Summary

Dynamic Assistant Professor with over 18 years of expertise in Finance and Banking, previously affiliated with HDFC Bank. Established history in curriculum development and student mentoring, enhancing employability through targeted initiatives. Proficient in financial analysis and acknowledged for compelling public speaking, promoting student engagement and academic excellence.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Professor & Head - Rajagiri Academic Centre for Excellence (RACE)

Rajagiri College of Management and Applied Sciences
06.2012 - Current
  • Deliver and lead academic modules in Finance, Taxation, Accounting, Banking, Insurance, Marketing, and Capital Markets for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Design, develop, and regularly update curriculum content to reflect evolving industry practices, ensuring students gain practical and relevant knowledge.
  • As Head of RACE, oversee the integration of professional courses such as ACCA, CMA, CPA, and ICAI into UG and PG programs, managing strategic planning, fee structuring, budget preparation, and academic coordination. Finalize and manage MoUs with reputed partner institutions, ensuring high-quality course delivery aligned with industry expectations and student aspirations.
  • Lead key student initiatives including the Entrepreneurship Club and the flagship Inter-college Management Fest, promoting leadership, innovation, and real-world exposure. Collaborate with the Placement Cell to enhance student employability through career fairs, industry meetups, and professional development programs. Provide academic mentoring and career guidance, supporting students in their progression toward professional success.

Assistant Manager

HDFC Bank
12.2011 - 06.2012
  • Managed day-to-day branch operations, ensuring compliance with banking regulations and internal policies.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for new staff focusing on customer service excellence and sales effectiveness.

Senior Executive, Training and Development

SBI Life Insurance Co Ltd
01.2007 - 11.2011
  • Directed training programs for IRDA agents and internal staff, significantly enhancing their operational competencies.
  • Led the team responsible for renewal premium collections, achieving recognition for outstanding performance.

Junior Executive, Administration and Accounts

Shriram Transport Finance Co Ltd
09.2005 - 12.2006
  • Administered financial documentation and customer service operations for vehicle finance.

Education

Ph. D in Commerce -

Karpagam Academy of Higher Education
Coimbatore
07-2025

Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) -

ICFAI University
Tripura
06.2015

Master of Investment and Financial Analysis (MIFA) -

ICFAI University
Tripura
06.2015

Master of Commerce (MCom) -

Mahatma Gandhi University
Kottayam
05.2005

Skills

  • Syllabus and lesson plan development
  • Student research advisement
  • Quantitative research
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Team leadership
  • Curriculum development
  • Financial analysis
  • Strategic planning
  • Academic mentoring
  • Leadership initiatives

Certification

Associate Fellowship Insurance Institute of India 2023-01-28

Languages

English, Malayalam

Awards

Research Grant from Insurance Institute of India. This grant is given by Insurance Institute of India for innovative research.

Publications

  • A Study on Problems in the Insurance Repository System in India, Indian Journal of Information Sources and Services,2024.
  • A Study on Policyholder’s Perception and Satisfaction Towards Insurance Repository Services, Indian Journal of Information Sources and Services,2024.
  • Revealing The Indian Insurance Repository System: A Turning Point Towards Customer- Centricity. Migration Letters, 2024.
  • Operational Mechanism and Services of Neo Banks in India. In Digitalization of The Indian Financial Sector, 2023.
  • Operational Mechanism of Repository System on Indian Insurance Industry. In Digitalization Insurance Industry, 2023.
  • A Study on The Growth and Operational Mechanism of Neo Banks in India. Journal Of Fundamental & Comparative Research, 2021.
  • A Study on The Growth of The Takaful Insurance System (Islamic Insurance) In Select Countries. Utkal Historical Research Journal, 2021.
  • A Study on The Impact of Market Orientation Strategies in The Performance of State Bank of India. Journal Of Interdisciplinary Cycle Research, 2020.
  • A Study on The User Acceptance of Kochi 1 Card. Journal of Interdisciplinary Cycle Research, 2020.
  • A Study on The Relationship Between Economic Value Added and Profitability Measures with Reference to Hindustan Organic Chemicals Limited, Kochi. International Research Journal of Commerce and Law, 2019.
  • A Study on Effectiveness of Employee Branding in Banking Industry in India. International Research Journal of Commerce and Law, 2019.
  • A Study on the Impact of Transportation Network Companies on Buying Behavior of Millennials Towards Automobile Sector. International Research Journal of Commerce and Law, 2019.
  • A Study on the Impact of Work Life Balance on Employee Productivity Among Banking Employees in Ernakulam. International Research Journal of Commerce and Law, 2019.
  • A Study on Organizational Commitment and Professional Commitment Impacting Job Satisfaction of The Employees in The Educational Institutions. International Journal in Commerce, It, And Social Sciences, 2019.
  • A Study on The Women Empowerment Through Direct Marketing in Mi Lifestyle Marketing Global Private Limited, Maradu, Ernakulam. International Research Journal of Commerce and Law, 2019.
  • Impact Of Celebrity Endorsement on Brand Image: A Study on Cosmetic Industry. International Research Journal of Commerce and Law, 2019.
  • A Study on Impact of Blue Ocean Strategy Adopted by Tata Motors with Special Reference to Tata Nano. International Journal of Management and Commerce Innovations, 2019.
  • A Study on Bank Employees’ Perception to Bancassurance. International Journal of Management and Commerce Innovations, 2019.
  • A Study on Investors’ Perception Towards Online Trading. International Journal of Management and Commerce Innovations, 2019.
  • A Study on The Scope of Repository System in Insurance Industry in India. International Journal Research in Computer Application & Management, 2019.
  • Capital Market and Investment Management. Pratibha Publication, 2016.

Disclaimer

I hereby state that the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. Ashish C. Pius

LEADERSHIP AND ADMINISTRATIVE ROLES

  • Head - Rajagiri Academic Centre for Excellence Rajagiri College of Management and Applied Sciences
  • Leading the Rajagiri Academic Centre for Excellence (RACE), offering integrated professional courses such as ACCA, CMA, CPA, and ICAI in conjunction with UG and PG programs. Responsible for strategic planning, fee structuring, and budget preparation for all professional courses under RACE. Overseeing academic coordination, operational execution, and student engagement for various certification programs. Evaluating and finalizing MoUs with reputed institutions and training providers to ensure effective delivery and academic quality of the programs. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders to align professional courses with industry standards and expectations.
  • Nodal Officer at Rajagiri College of Management, representing the institution to Mahatma Gandhi University and the statutory body the University Grants Commission(UGC) for implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) in India.
  • Exam Cell Convenor at Rajagiri College of Management.
  • Extension Officer at Rajagiri College of Management and Head of the Department of Commerce (2016-2022)

Languages

Malayalam
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Timeline

Assistant Professor & Head - Rajagiri Academic Centre for Excellence (RACE)

Rajagiri College of Management and Applied Sciences
06.2012 - Current

Assistant Manager

HDFC Bank
12.2011 - 06.2012

Senior Executive, Training and Development

SBI Life Insurance Co Ltd
01.2007 - 11.2011

Junior Executive, Administration and Accounts

Shriram Transport Finance Co Ltd
09.2005 - 12.2006

Ph. D in Commerce -

Karpagam Academy of Higher Education

Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) -

ICFAI University

Master of Investment and Financial Analysis (MIFA) -

ICFAI University

Master of Commerce (MCom) -

Mahatma Gandhi University
ASHISH C PIUS