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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
Projects
References
Tools Methods
Extra Projects
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Manoj Kumar Sharma

Dharamshala

Summary

Analytical and motivated postgraduate in Sociology (Delhi School of Economics), bringing 1 year of hands-on independent research experience in socio-economic themes. Skilled at conducting secondary and primary research, synthesizing data into actionable insights, and producing clear outputs for internal stakeholders. Seeking a Research Associate role at BCG Vantage GRO, where I can deliver high-quality research, assist client proposals and knowledge products, and consistently support fast-paced consulting environments

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Independent Field Researcher - Agricultural Practices & Subsidy Study

Self-initiated
06.2024 - 04.2025
  • Delivered secondary and field research on fertilizer usage, cropping patterns, and access to PM-KISAN/subsidy schemes through literature reviews and farmer interviews.
  • Synthesized qualitative narratives and coded themes into concise summary reports and slide decks.
  • Coordinated all field logistics, data collection, and document proofing independently under time-constrained settings.
  • Demonstrated ability to produce insights-rich deliverables rapidly, aligned with academic and stakeholder feedback loops.

Education

Master of Arts - Sociology

Delhi School of Economics
New Delhi
06-2025

B.A -

Indira Gandhi National Open University

Intermediate -

M.B SIC Patloni
Mathura

High school -

Amar Nath Vidhya Ashram
Mathura

Skills

  • Secondary research and insight synthesis
  • Qualitative and quantitative analysis
  • Client-focused responsiveness
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Clear written communication
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Organizational skills
  • Analytical thinking
  • Attention to detail
  • Data analysis
  • Data collection
  • Ethnographic studies
  • Data synthesis

Hobbies and Interests

  • Business/economic trends and socio-development insights
  • Publishing research summaries and policy briefs
  • Driven to thrive in fast-paced, knowledge-intensive environments
  • Eager to grow through apprenticeship and continuous learning at BCG Vantage

Projects

Mapping Fertility: Reading Data Trends Among Women in Haryana, Designed and conducted field surveys in rural and urban settings., Applied statistical tests (T-Test) to identify socio-economic determinants of fertility., Produced actionable insights relevant to public health policy. Faith in the Feed: Exploring the Impact of Social Media Interactions on Religious Identities, Integrated qualitative interviews and quantitative survey data., Analyzed how digital behavior shapes offline community dynamics., Developed academic write-ups connecting theory with empirical findings.

References

Available upon request.

Tools Methods

  • Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, tables), Powerpoint, Word
  • Basic statistical tools: T-Test, correlation
  • Thematic analysis (manual coding)
  • Desk research using Google, government portals, academic journals

Extra Projects

  • Organized community awareness over public bench misuse (spitting gutka). Designed posters, engaged local shops and civic officer to restore communal spaces.
  • Assisted in youth-led welfare workshops documenting scheme awareness in Delhi neighborhoods.

Timeline

Independent Field Researcher - Agricultural Practices & Subsidy Study

Self-initiated
06.2024 - 04.2025

Master of Arts - Sociology

Delhi School of Economics

B.A -

Indira Gandhi National Open University

Intermediate -

M.B SIC Patloni

High school -

Amar Nath Vidhya Ashram
Manoj Kumar Sharma