Merin Prakash is a dedicated academic professional currently pursuing her PhD in Commerce at Bharathidasan University through St. Joseph’s College, Tiruchirappalli. Her research focuses on human resource management, emphasizing innovative and impactful studies. she holds an MBA in Finance from Adi Shankara Institute of Engineering and Technology, Kalady, under Mahatma Gandhi University (2012), an M. Com from Calicut University (2016), and an MPA in Public Administration from IGNOU (2018), showcasing her strong interdisciplinary foundation.
With over 5 years of teaching experience, she has served as an Assistant Professor at prestigious institutions such as St. Mary’s College, Thrissur, ELIMS College of Arts and Science, Thrissur, and Kerala Agricultural University, where she contributed to the MBA Agribusiness Management program. Her one year of industry experience as a Financial Assistant at the Kerala State Seed Development Authority complements her academic career, providing her with practical insights into finance and management. She is also an accomplished researcher who has presented her work at esteemed institutions, including IIM Kozhikode. She is a Life Member of the Indian Economic Association (IEA) and an active member of the Indian Association of Social Science Institutions (IASSI).
Teaching Experience – 5.5 years
Assistant Professor on Contract – St. Mary’s College, Thrissur
Assistant Professor on contract- ELIMS college of arts and science, Thrissur
Assistant Professor – MBA Agribusiness Management at Kerala Agricultural University, Thrissur
Industry Experience – 1 year
Financial Assistant -Kerala State Seed Development Authority
Research Experience – 2.4 years
Full time Research Scholar – St. Josephs College, Tiruchirappally
Financial Accounting
Accounting for Managers
Human Resource Management
Security Analysis and Portfolio Management
Research Methodology (Data Analysis using SPSS, AMOS)
Publications
Alexander Pravin Durai, F. R., & Prakash, M. (2023). Exploring women empowered behaviour: A relational technique. The Indian Economic Journal, Journal of the Indian Economic Association. (UGC-CARE Journal).
Prakash, M., & Alexander Pravin Durai, F. R. (2023). Nudging and teacher empowerment: A comprehensive analysis of job performance. In Conference Proceedings of the International Conclave on Globalizing Indian Thought (GIT 2023). Kozhikode: IIM Kozhikode.
Alexander Pravin Durai, F. R., & Prakash, M. (2022). Effect of digital pedagogies in the higher education sector relating to COVID-19 pandemic. International Journal of Business and Administration Research Review (IJBARR).
Thomas, S., & Prakash, M. (2015). Marketing using Wi-Fi hot spots: An analysis with special reference to Alleppey district. International Journal of Business and General Management (IJBGM). Awarded Best Paper Certificate & Award by IASET.
Thomas, S., & Prakash, M. (2015). Youth bulge: An analysis with special reference to Ollur village. IOSR Journal of Business and Management (IOSR-JBM).
Thomas, S., & Prakash, M. (2015). Impact of new economic environment on the banking sector and customers with special reference to the Catholic Syrian Bank. Quest Journals Journal of Research in Business and Management
Paper Presentations
Presented the paper “Exploring Women Empowered Behaviour: A Relational Technique” at the conference organized by the Indian Economic Association (IEA) at KIIT, Bhubaneshwar, Odisha, in 2023.
Presented the paper “Nudging and Teacher Empowerment: A Comprehensive Analysis of Job Performance” at a conference organized by IIM Kozhikode, held at Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Mysuru, in 2023.
Attended the conference on “Sustainable Development, Women Empowerment, Urbanization and Development” organized by the Centre for Economic and Social Studies (CESS), Hyderabad, in 2023.
Presented the paper “Empowering Educational Institutions to Elevate Digital Payment Systems” at Urumu Dhanalakshmi College, Tiruchirappalli, in 2023.
Presented the paper “Mitigating the Risk Factor of Digital Banking” at St. Joseph’s College (Autonomous), Tamil Nadu, in 2023.
Participated in the conference on “The Labour Codes: Implications and Challenges for Industries and Organisations in India” organized by St. Joseph’s College (Autonomous), Tamil Nadu, in 2022.
Presented the paper “Effect of Digital Pedagogies in the Higher Education Sector Relating to COVID-19 Pandemic” at St. Joseph’s College (Autonomous), Tamil Nadu, in 2022.
Presented the paper “Technological & Cooperative Learning: An Empowering Tool for Teaching Professionals” at St. Joseph’s Institute of Management (JIM), Tiruchirappalli, in 2022.
Participated in the conference on “Innovation and Excellence in Research” held at St. Joseph’s College (Autonomous), Tamil Nadu, in 2021.
Presented the paper “Impact of Microfinance on Women’s Empowerment with Special Reference to Ollur Village” at Mercy College, Palakkad, in 2016.
Presented the paper “Energy Crisis Management – A Solar Photovoltaic System in Kerala” at the Elijah Institute of Management Studies in 2016.
Presented the paper “Youth Bulge: An Analysis with Special Reference to Ollur Village” at Little Flower College, Guruvayoor, in 2015.
Presented the paper “Impact of New Economic Environment on the Banking Sector and Customers with Special Reference to the Catholic Syrian Bank” at Sacred Heart College, Chalakudy, in 2015.
Participated in the conference on “Recent Trends in Higher Education Policies: Scope and Challenges in Governance” at St. Mary’s College, Thrissur, in 2014.
Participated in the conference on “Frontiers in Green Chemistry” at St. Mary’s College, Thrissur, in 2014.
FDP & Workshop Attended
Attended Faculty Development Programme on “Open Educational Resources – Search, Identify, Repurpose, and Create Your OER,” organized by St. Joseph’s College (Autonomous), Tiruchirappalli, in 2021.
Attended international online workshop on “ Basic statistical analysis and its interpretation using SPSS” organised by Global Institute of Statistical Solutions (GISS) in 2023.
Attended the Five Day International National Level Workshop on “ Social Science Research Methodology ” organized by the Research & Post Graduate Department of Economics, Sri. C. Achutha Menon Government College (Autonomous), in 2023
Attended international online workshop on “Multivariate analysis and its interpretation using SPSS” organised by Inspire Softech Solutions, Chennai in 2023.
Attended international online workshop on “SEM and CFA using AMOS” organised by Global Institute of Statistical Solutions (GISS) in 2023.
Attended the three-day National Level Workshop on “Research Data Analysis using SPSS & AMOS” organized by the Department of Commerce, St. Joseph’s College (Autonomous), Tiruchirappalli in 2022
Participated in five five-day National Level Virtual Workshop on “Data Analysis – SPSS” organized by the Department of Commerce, Directorate of Distance Education, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chengalpattu in 2022.
Participated in a one-week International Virtual Workshop (Spectrum 2021) on Research Paradigms organized by the Research & Development Cell, St. Francis College, Koramangala, Bangalore in 2021.
Participated in the Seven Days National Level Experiential Workshop on Research Methodology (Online Mode) organized by SJCC Research Centre, Bengaluru in 2020