Prof.Viju GK
Kottarakkara Kollam
Summary
Distinguished in academic leadership and curriculum development, I spearheaded program expansions at the University of Garden City, enhancing student engagement and performance. Renowned for strategic planning and research, my proactive approach has significantly contributed to faculty development and interdisciplinary knowledge, embodying a hardworking ethos and positive attitude.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professor & Dean (Post Graduate Studies)
University of Garden City
Khartoum
01.2021 - Current
- Lead graduate program expansion, revision, and development, overseeing short- and long-term planning
- Collaborate with Vice Chancellor, Academic Deans, and Online Education to strategize and implement enrollment plans for graduate programs
- Manage graduate admissions processes and policies in collaboration with the Graduate Council
- Direct assessment and institutional effectiveness efforts, analyzing data and establishing performance metrics for graduate programs
- Strengthen policies enhancing graduate student retention, degree completion, and professional opportunities
- Manage operational, personnel, budgetary, and technological aspects of the Graduate School
- Lead recruitment efforts through speaking engagements and participation in local and national events
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for E-Learning and university-wide initiatives
- Lead technology selection and development initiatives for E-Learning and research activities, ensuring alignment with university goals
Visiting Professor in Management
The American University of Science
Vietnam
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Prepared lectures, syllabi, and labs for classes
- Graded class assignments and calculated student grades
- Prepared, executed, and graded exams
- Advised students outside of class and conducted student counseling
- Researched new learning techniques and introduced them to students
- Supervised and evaluated teaching by graduates and colleagues
- Led educational trips and attended various seminars
- Supervised and assisted graduates in their research work, and evaluated PhD written and oral exams
- Wrote proposals for funding agencies and drafted papers for academic journal publication
- Delivered presentations at various institutes about higher education, researched new developments in education, and gave public lectures
- Mentored and motivated students to increase class participation.
- Designed collaborative learning exercises to capitalize on students' resources and skills.
Professor & Dean (E-Learning)
University of Garden City
Khartoum
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Develop instructional technology support aligned with UGC's LMS practices and instructional strategies
- Implement course design standards and pedagogical practices for UGC's E-Learning courses
Editor-in-Chief
GK International Journal of Science & Technology
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Established and enforced publication parameters and policies focusing on quality and originality
- Oversaw the planning and creation of written and visual content for online media outlets
- Ensured the accuracy of all published content to prevent copyright issues
- Implemented new technologies and innovative strategies to enhance reader engagement
- Represented the publication or firm at social functions and media events
Professor (Computer Studies)
Karary University
Khartoum
01.2007 - 01.2019
- Developed and implemented a new accreditation methodology for Sudan's Ministry of Higher Education
- Designed MSc curriculum for technical courses in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, and Artificial Intelligence
- Developed BSc curriculum for technical courses in Software Engineering, Computer Science, and Information Technology
- Managed and participated in conferences and events
- Coordinated funded research projects and placement activities in collaboration with the Ministry of Defense
Associate Professor (Computer Applications)
Adhiyamaan College of Engineering
Hosur
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Implemented an effective proactive classroom management plan
- Coordinated research projects, alumni engagement, and placement activities
- Managed activities related to the National Board of Accreditation (NBA)
Associate Professor (Computer Applications)
Mother Theresa Engineering College
Andhra Pradesh
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Developed and implemented curricula for Mathematics, Computer Science, and Management Science
- Actively participated in university meetings to support community engagement, management in construction zones, and address relevant issues
- Designed and implemented a strategic plan for admissions of new students
- Oversaw the admission process from initial inquiry to enrollment
Assistant Professor (Computer Applications)
Mother Theresa Engineering College
Andhra Pradesh
01.1999 - 01.2002
Lecturer (Computer Applications)
Mother Theresa Engineering College
Andhra Pradesh
01.1998 - 01.1999
Professor (Computer Applications)
Hindustan College of Engineering
Coimbatore
01.2007
- Managed National Board of Accreditation (NBA) and National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) activities
Education
DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
University of Swahili
Panama06-2021
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY - EDUCATIONAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT
Karary University
Sudan11-2018
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY - SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
Anna University FSC
India11-2006
MASTER OF COMPUTER APPLICATIONS -
Madhurai Kamaraj University
India06-1998
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - MATHEMATICS
Kerala University
India06-1995
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Academic Leadership
- Faculty Development
- Curriculum Development
- Assessment creation
- Interdisciplinary knowledge
- Student performance evaluation
- Project management
- Time Management
- Problem-solving ability
- Hardworking
- Positive Attitude
- Research
- Course Preparation
- Student engagement
Certification
- Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management, CIM, India
- Post Graduate Diploma in Banking Management, CIM, India
- Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management, CIM, India
- PMP, Afag Training & Human Development Centre, Sudan
- Certificates (94) from Elsevier Research Academy
- Certificates (10) from HP-Life
- Certificates (12) from Master of Project Academy
- Certificates (24) from LinkedIn Learning
- Noukrigulf Certified Recruiter Certificate, Noukrigulf
- Recruut Certified Recruiter Certificate, Recruut
Accomplishments
- Designed and implemented a new Accreditation System for Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE) - Accreditation Board of Sudan (ABS)
- Guided over 187 Industry and Research Based Projects (UG & PG)
- Guided 48 Military Projects (Karary University, Sudan)
- Chaired IEEE Conference
- Keynote Speaker for National & International Conferences
- Published 80 Journal Articles & 26 Conference Proceedings
- Published 25 Books
- Conducted 62 Workshops and 207 Seminars
- 16 PhD Research Supervision (13 PhD Scholars Completed & 3 Ongoing)
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/25/75
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Awards
- Fox Story India-'100 Influential Indians' Award 2022
- International Fireboxx Book of World Records (Author)-2022 - International Fireboxx, India
- India Prime Top 100 Authors Award 2022, Foxclues IPA Awards (India)
- Distinguished Professor Award, 2021, Cognizance Academia (Regd Under Govt.of India)
- Certificate of Appreciation from UGC President for Faculty Workshop-2021 January
- Certificate of Appreciation from UGC President for Train the Trainer-2021 March
- Certificate of Appreciation from UGC President for Excellence Work .2021 (1st Qrtr)
- Global Teacher Award-2020, AKS Foundations, India
- Education Icon Award-2020, KITS Educational Foundations, India
- Certificate of Appreciation from UGC President for Train the Trainer-2020 January
- Certificate of Appreciation from UGC President for Faculty Seminar-2020 March
- Certificate of Appreciation from UGC President for Train the Trainer-2020 May
- Certificate of Appreciation from UGC President for Faculty Workshop-2020 August
- Best Faculty Award (Visiting Faculty), MFS Govt. Junior College, Kuppam, India-1999
References
- Prof. ABDEL WAHAB NOUREIN, Professor, Faculty of CS & IT, Karary University, Khartoum, Sudan, +249 908430003, dr.nourein@gmail.com
- Prof. KHALID AHMED IBRAHIM, Chairman, Faculty of CS & IT, Karary University, Khartoum, Sudan, +249 912340637, khalidaik1234@gmail.com
- Dr. YASIR AHMED, Associate Professor, Faculty of CS& IT, Karary University, Khartoum, Sudan, +249 913320000, yasir_eym@yahoo.com
- Prof. AJIT DANTI, Professor, Faculty of Computer Engineering, Christ University, Bangalore, India, +91 7899198151, dantiajit@gmail.com
- Prof. S. RAVIRAJA, Professor & Dean, Faculty of Computer Studies & Information Technology, University of Garden City, Khartoum, Sudan, +249 960049675, drsraviraja@gmail.com
- Prof. AKRAM MOHAMED AHMED ELHAG, Former Vice Chancellor, University of Garden City, Khartoum, Sudan, +249 123140310, akram1470@gmail.com
Publishedbooks
- Edible Oils Market in Sudan, Lap Lambert Academic Publishing-Germany, 978-3-8484-9341-8
- GIS for Healthcare in Sudan- An Empirical Study, Lap Lambert Academic Publishing-Germany, 978-3-659-16817-8
- File Transfer System- A Case Study Project Approach, Lap Lambert Academic Publishing-Germany, 978-3-659-30218-3
- Software Engineering-A Complete Reference, Lap Lambert Academic Publishing-Germany, 978-3-659-31362-2
- Agile Software Development- Review and Analysis, Lap Lambert Academic Publishing-Germany, 978-3-659-33984-4
- How to Write a Research Proposal, Lap Lambert Academic Publishing-Germany, 978-3659403798
- How to Improve Education System in Sudan, Lap Lambert Academic Publishing-Germany, 978-3-659-14479-0
- Strategic Management, Lap Lambert Academic Publishing-Germany, 978-613-9-88458-2
- Digital Marketing, G-Town Publishing House, Sudan
- Kavithakal, G-Town Publishing House, Sudan
- Publications in Software Engineering, G-Town Publishing House, Sudan
- A Web-Based Quality Management System for Higher Educational Institutions, G-Town Publishing House, Sudan
- Fundamentals of Software Engineering, G-Town Publishing House, Sudan
- Educational Quality Management, Notion Press Publishing, India, 978-1-6480-5238-5
- Educational Quality Management (B&W), Notion Press Publishing, India, 978-1-6480-5239-2
- Educational Quality Management Systems, GK Publishing House, Sudan
- Introduction to Software Engineering, GK Publishing House, Sudan
- Software Requirements Engineering, GK Publishing House, Sudan
- Project Management Tools and Techniques, GK Publishing House, Sudan
- How to Write a Book: From Start to Finish, GK Publishing House, Sudan
- How to Pass the PMP Exam, GK Publishing House, Sudan
- PowerPoint-2010, GK Publishing House, Sudan
- Quality Project Management, GK Publishing House, Sudan
- Advanced Topics in Project Management, GK Publishing House, Sudan
- IAAPA Methodology for Quality Improvements in Higher Education, GK Publishing House, Sudan
Otherassignments
- Strategist, University of Garden City, 2007-2019 & 2020- Till Date
- IT Coordinator, Canadian Sudanese College, (2008-2019)
- Co-Chair, Graduate and PG Programs, Karary University (2007-2019)
- Consultant HR, TQM and Marketing, National Petroleum Co. (2007-2019)
- Consultant Strategist, National Bank of Abudabi. (2007-2019)
- Visiting Professor, Future University (2007-2009)
- Visiting Professor, Comboni College of Science and Technology (2008-2009)
- Visiting Professor, Canadian Sudanese College (2008-2019)
- Visiting Professor, Bayan College of Technology (2009-2010)
- Visiting Professor, Sudan University of Science and Technology (2010-2013)
- Visiting Professor, Ahfad University for Women (2012-2017)
- Visiting Professor, Al-Nilein University (2014-2016)
- Visiting Professor, University of Garden City (2014-2019)
- Visiting Professor, University of Medical Science and Technology (2016-2019)
- PMP Trainer (2007-Till Date)
- Marketing | HR | Project Management Information System Trainer (2007-Till Date)
Timeline
Visiting Professor in Management
The American University of Science
01.2024 - 05.2024
Professor & Dean (Post Graduate Studies)
University of Garden City
01.2021 - Current
Professor & Dean (E-Learning)
University of Garden City
01.2020 - 01.2021
Editor-in-Chief
GK International Journal of Science & Technology
01.2019 - 01.2020
Professor (Computer Studies)
Karary University
01.2007 - 01.2019
Professor (Computer Applications)
Hindustan College of Engineering
01.2007
Associate Professor (Computer Applications)
Adhiyamaan College of Engineering
01.2005 - 01.2007
Associate Professor (Computer Applications)
Mother Theresa Engineering College
01.2002 - 01.2005
Assistant Professor (Computer Applications)
Mother Theresa Engineering College
01.1999 - 01.2002
Lecturer (Computer Applications)
Mother Theresa Engineering College
01.1998 - 01.1999
DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
University of Swahili
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY - EDUCATIONAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT
Karary University
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY - SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
Anna University FSC
MASTER OF COMPUTER APPLICATIONS -
Madhurai Kamaraj University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - MATHEMATICS
Kerala University
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