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Dr. Subbaraman Kumaran

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Alliance School of Business

Dr. Subbaraman Kumaran holds a doctoral degree from the School of Management, Alagappa University, Karaikudi. He obtained his MBA (Master of Business Administration), MMM (Master of Marketing Management) and M.Phil. (Master of Philosophy in Management) degrees from reputed Universities in Tamil Nadu. He was ranked first in his undergraduate studies which was B.Sc. (Physics) from the Madurai Kamaraj University. He also has a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Agriculture from the prestigious Farm University of India, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore. Dr. Kumaran completed his LL.B from Andhra University, Vishakapatnam.

Dr. Kumaran has fourteen years of industry experience and has worked with Texmo Industries, Coimbatore, IEC-Rain Bird Irrigation Co., Hyderabad and NGO networks in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. He has organized more than 500 business development programs for Texmo Industries dealers’ network across the country. He also introduced Rain Bird – USA, modern micro irrigation equipment to South India. He has worked as a Coordinator for NGOs network in the areas of Planning, Funding, Monitoring and Evaluation of Resource Management projects. Dr. Kumaran has interacted with more than 200 NGOs for developmental work and has organized and conducted more than 100 training programs for developmental activists. He was involved in projects relating to Social Forestry, Drinking Water, Irrigation Tank Management and Watershed development programs in South India.

Dr. Kumaran has 14 years of Teaching and Research experience. He teaches Entrepreneurship Development, Research Methodology, Human Resource Management, Marketing Management, Services Marketing, Industrial Management, Strategic Management, Tourism Management, Environmental Engineering Management and Hospital Management. He authored two books titled “Tourism Management – Challenges and Strategies” and “Tourism and Water”, focusing on major issues in the tourism sectors. Dr. Kumaran has contributed a chapter for two books. He has chaired many business conferences and is a recognized evaluator and examiner for Ph.D. programs for Madurai University, Madurai and Central University, Sri Nagar, Jammu & Kashmir. He was a Research Supervisor and one Ph.D. was awarded under his guidance at Dr. MGR University, Chennai.

Book Publications
  • Dr. S. Kumaran, Dr.R.Kannan, T.Milton, “Tourism and Water” published by Dr.MGR Educational and Research Institute, Chennai, Sep.2015.
  • Dr. S. Kumaran,“Challenges and Strategies - Tourism Management- A reader” published by Dr.MGR Educational and Research Institute, Chennai, Sep.2014.
Book Chapter Publications
  • Dr. S. Kumaran, Dr.R.Kannan, T.Milton, “Water consumption practices adopted in the Tourism Hotels of South India” Chapter in the book titled “Inclusive growth and sustainable development: Agenda for Tourism and Hospitality Industries” ITHC Feb.2015.
  • Dr.S.Kumaran, Dr.R.Kannan, T.Milton, “Health Tourism in Asia” Chapter in the book titled “Tourism towards new horizons:: Issues and challenges” ITHC Sep.2013.
Journal Publications
  • Dr.S.Kumaran, (2015), A study on Assessment of service quality of Chennai Tourism Destination Based on visitor satisfaction and expectation, IJAER ,ISSN 0973-4562, Vol.10,Issue No. 14 . (Scopus indexed)
  • Dr.S.Kumaran, Dr.R.Kannan, T.Milton, (2015), Water use and Conservation Technique in Tourism Hotels of South India, IJAERSPL, ISSN 0973-4562 Vol.10,Issue No. 68 (April 2015). (Scopus indexed)
  • Dr.S.Kumaran, Dr.R.Kannan, T.Milton, (2015), “Water utilization and sustainable water management In Tourism Hotels of Tamilnadu" Journal of Kashmir tourism and catering technology, ISSN- 23481986, Feb.2015.
  • Dr.S.Kumaran, Dr.R.Kannan, T.Milton, (2013), Potential for Rural Tourism –Kolli Hills, Social Glance, Journal of social science and humanities, Dec.2013, Volume 1( Issue 2).
  • Dr.S.Kumaran, Dr.R.Kannan, T.Milton, (2013), EMPLOYEES JOB SATISFACTION –A study with reference to Hotels in Madurai, International journal’s Research journal of social science and Management, Volume 2, (Issue 12), Page 36-41.
  • Dr.S.Kumaran, Dr.R.Kannan, T.Milton, (2012), “Revenue Generation Through Improved Customer Satisfaction” A Case Study At International Heritage Site, International journal of Marketing,Financial services and Management research, Volume 1, (Issue 4), Page 23-26.
  • Dr.S.Kumaran, (2011), Quality Medical Tourism Planning, Management Global Review (MGR), Vol.1,( Issue 1).

  • Dr. Kumaran.S, Dr.Kannan.R, and Milton.T. (2016),” A Study on Project communication in functions, process and project oriented industries”, Silicon16, 17th March 2016, Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute, Chennai.
  • Dr. Kumaran.S, Dr.Kannan.R, and Milton.T. (2015), “Tourists perception about Agasthiar Falls, Papanasam” Hospitality and Tourism industries –A promising sector of Indian Economy, 14th Dec.2015, Jamal Institute of Management, Trichy.
  • Dr. Kumaran.S, Dr.Kannan.R, and Milton.T. (2015), “E-waste Management and Tourism” Atulyam, 20th Aug.2015, Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute, Chennai.
  • Dr. Kumaran.S, Dr.Kannan.R, and Milton.T. (2015), “Job satisfaction and Quality enrichment in Higher Educational Institution” National conference on "Quality Enrichment – A Pinnacle for Higher Educational Institutions"on 21stFebruary 2015. Asan College, Chennai.
  • Dr. Kumaran.S, Dr.Kannan.R, and Milton.T. (2015), “Tourism and Water: Issues and Challenges” National Seminar on Hotel and Tourism Management (NSHTM-2014) on "Prospects and Challenges of Hospitality Industry in Global Era" on 9th Jan.2015, Institute of Hotel and Tourism Management, CSJM University, Kanpur
  • Dr. Kumaran.S, Dr.Kannan.R, and Milton.T. (2014), “Water utilization and sustainable water management in Tourism Hotels of Tamilnadu” Hospitality and Tourism industries –A promising sector of Indian Economy, 17th Dec.2014, Jamal Institute of Management, Trichy.
  • Dr. Kumaran.S, Dr.Kannan.R, and Milton.T. (2014), “Pilgrims satisfaction on Pilgrimage Tourism at Sri Rangam temple, Trichy” Hospitality and Tourism industries –A promising sector of Indian Economy, 17th Dec.2014, Jamal Institute of Management, Trichy.
  • Dr. Kumaran.S, Dr.Kannan.R, and Milton.T. (2014), “Hospitality education in India”, Conference on Opportunities and challenges in Hospitality education in India, 22-23rd Feb.2014, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai.
  • Dr. Kumaran.S, Dr.Kannan.R, and Milton.T. (2013), “A study on pedagogy adopted in Higher educational institute in Chennai” Conference on Innovative practices in higher education, 6th July 2013, ASAN memorial college of Arts and science, Chennai
  • Dr. Kumaran.S, Dr.Kannan.R, and Milton.T. (2013), Prospects of Eco Tourism in Palani Hills, Tamil Nadu, Indigenous people and Tourism issues and challenges, 22-23 March 2013, Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh.
  • Dr. Kumaran.S, Dr.Kannan.R, and Milton.T. (2013), Potential for Rural Tourism in Kolli Hills, Tamil Nadu, Indigenous people and Tourism issues and challenges, 22-23 March 2013, Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak, Madya Pradesh.
  • Dr. Kumaran.S, Dr.Kannan.R, and Milton.T. (2013), Perception of International Tourists visiting Mamallapuram, National conference on contemporary trends in Tourism and Hospitality, 12-13th March 2013, Women’s Christian College, Chennai.
  • Dr. Kumaran.S, Dr.Kannan.R, and Milton.T. (2013), Analysis of Tourists visiting Madurai, National conference on contemporary trends in Tourism and Hospitality, 12-13th March 2013, Women’s Christian College, Chennai.
  • Dr. Kumaran.S, Dr.Kannan.R, and Milton.T. (2012), “A Study on Selection and Recruitment Procedures Adopted in Higher Education Institutions in Chennai” 28th March 2012, SDMC, Ujire.
  • Dr. Kumaran.S, Dr.Kannan.R, and Milton.T.(2012), “Significance of Job Satisfaction in ensuring quality at Higher Educational Institutions.” 28th March 2012, SDMC,Ujire
  • Dr. Kumaran.S, Dr.Kannan” Quality of Work Life in Centwin Textiles in Tirupur” 3rd Feb.2012, SVPISTM, Coimbatore.
  • Dr. Kumaran.S, (2012), Development of Entrepreneurship and Venture capital, National Conference on Emerging Entrepreneurial and Economic Environment (NCEEEE-2012), Alagappa Institute of Management , Alagappa University, Karaikudi.
  • Dr.Kumaran.S, (2012), “Revenue Generation through improved customer satisfaction” – A case study at International Heritage site – Mamallapuram, National conference on Business and Finance, 3rd March 2012, Jamal Institute of Management, Trichy.
  • Dr.Kumaran.S (2012), Institutional role in promoting medical tourism in India, National Conference on “Managing challenges for Sustainable business development (NCMCSBD) held on March 2nd, 2012 at Jaya College of Arts and Science, Chennai.
  • Dr.Kumaran.S, (2012), Analysis of tourists visiting Courtallam: The Spa of South India, National Conference on “Managing challenges for Sustainable business development (NCMCSBD) held on 2nd March 2012 at Jaya College of Arts and Science, Chennai.
  • Dr.Kumaran.S, (2012), “Constraints and Problems for Women Entrepreneurs in India” 9th March 2012, Alagappa University.
  • Dr.Kumaran.S, (2012), “Development of Entrepreneurship & venture capital” 9th March 2012, Alagappa University.
  • Dr.Kumaran.S, (2012), Rural Marketing In India – The Strategies To Overcome Barriers, National conference on Innovative strategies for Global competitiveness, Feb.11,2012, RVS Institute of Management Studies and Research, Coimbatore.
  • Dr.Kumaran.S, (2012), “CSR and Rural Development” National conference 24th Feb.2012, Krishnasamy College for Women, Chennai.
  • Dr.Kumaran.S, (2012),” Customer perception and satisfaction” National Conference 2nd March 2012, Bhaktavatsalam Memorial College for Women, Chennai.
  • Dr.Kumaran.S, (2012),” International Medical Tourism - A study on sustainable business development in International Medical Tourism” National Conference 2nd March 2012, Bhaktavatsalam Memorial College for Women, Chennai.
  • Dr.Kumaran.S, (2011), “Quality Management of Medical Tourism facilities and services in South India”, International Conference-Quality Management system, 12-14 October 2011, Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute, Chennai.
  • Kumaran.S, (2010), “Examining the Examiners” National conference 13th Aug.2010, Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute, Chennai.
  • Kumaran.S, (2010),” Cost of treatment – A driving force in medical tourism” National conference, 6th March 2010, Panimalar Engineering College, Chennai.
  • Kumaran.S, (2009), Knowledge Management and Quality System” International Conference, 31st March2009, Alagappa University, Karaikudi.
  • Kumaran.S, (2009), “US Healthcare crises and opportunity for Medical Tourism in Asia” 3rd April, 2009, International Conference, Dr. MGR University, Chennai.
  • Kumaran.S, (2008), “Tourism through effective management of water falls in TN to attract global visitors” 25th Jan.2008, Dr. MGR University, Chennai.
  • Kumaran.S, (2007), “Ayurveda and Spa Tourism in Kerala” International Conference, 21st Sep.2007, Sri Sai Ram Institute of Management, Chennai.
  • Kumaran.S, (2007), “Global opportunities in Medical Tourism Industry with reference to Hospitals in Chennai” June 2007, National conference, MNM Jain Engineering College, Chennai.
  • Kumaran.S, (2007), “Inbound International Medical Tourism – An emerging industry in India” International conference, 15th Feb 2007, Loyola College, Chennai.