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Dean, Academics and Corporate Engagement
Short Profile
A passionate educator working with industry professionals, training them on leadership, management, and business skills and inspiring them for lifelong learning through skills-based webinars and virtual training sessions. Experience in managing and teaching on online award programmes such as MBA, MScITM, DBA, PhD Education. Adept at designing and delivering bespoke executive education programmes across industries all over the world for Senior leaders to first time managers. Proven teaching track record in online, in-person and blended training programmes.
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Dean, School of Business
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Dr. Chok has been actively involved in organising research workshops and participating in research conferences. At SEGi University, he serves as a lecturer for the postgraduate research methodology module. He is responsible for supervising Master of Business Administration (MBA) students, ensuring they complete their theses and viva examinations on schedule.
In addition to his lecturing duties, Dr. Chok serves as a thesis committee member, providing direction and engaging in university research collaborations. He is also an editor technician for the SEGi journal review and actively participates in departmental and university research activities.
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Assistant Professor
Programme Coordinator - M.Ed. and PhD in Education
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Dr. Dalwinder Kaur is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. She has 14 years of teaching experience in the higher education industry and has graduated with a fast-track PhD in Education from University of Malaya. Her core areas of expertise lie in TESL, continuous professional development, teacher education, curriculum development, and instructional technology. She has also gained overseas teaching experience by teaching English in Guilin University of Electronic Technology (GUET) in 2015. Besides teaching, she is also a certified Human Resource Development Corp trainer, and has conducted several English, leadership, and communication skills workshops for schools and industries.
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Assistant Professor Accounting and Finance (MMIM)
ODL Coordinator
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Dr. Rana Altounjy, Assistant Professor, stands at the forefront of management, finance, and online education, leaving an enduring impact as a visionary educator and dedicated researcher based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. With a distinguished PhD in Management from Universiti Kuala Lumpur and a diverse educational background including a Master of Science (MSc) in Accounting from Aleppo University, Dr. Altounjy demonstrates a commitment to excellence and a global perspective in business and management.
As a Corporate Professional Trainer specialising in the financial sector and leadership development, Dr. Altounjy is driven by a fervent passion for cultivating talent and driving growth through transformative training methodologies. Her focus is on designing and delivering innovative programmes that empower individuals and teams, fostering skill acquisition and elevating leadership capabilities to propel organisations toward unparalleled excellence.
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Professor
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Dr Sixl-Daniell is Professor of Management at GlobalNxt University, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (previously U21Global, Singapore). Prior to this, she was professor and programme director of the MBA Programme in International Business at Management Center Innsbruck, Austria, where she remains Associate Faculty. She is also Associate Faculty at Royal Roads University in Canada, IU in Germany, Andrassy University in Hungary, and the Singapore University of Social Sciences. Originally from Austria, and having lived in Singapore and the UK, she has been facilitating MBA classes since 1997 as well as classes at BA, MA, MBA and DBA level online, face-to-face and in a blended fashion since 2003 in Austria, Canada, Dubai, Germany, Hungary, India, Malaysia and Singapore. Dr Sixl-Daniell also served as Program Co-Director for the Family Business Program at the IIM Bangalore, India.
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Assistant Professor
Short Profile
Dr. Amutha Navamoney is a seasoned academic consultant, trainer, and educator with over three decades of experience in higher education and corporate training. Her educational background includes a PhD in Education with a focus on Educational Technology.
Dr. Amutha's expertise encompasses Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Digital Technology Transformation and Management, e-Pedagogy, eLearning, Instructional Design, alternative Assessment methodologies, and Educational Technology. She's passionate about Design-Based Research, using innovative technology to address real-world educational challenges.
Her career began with ICT training for corporations and peer training programs. She became an assessor for prior learning accreditation and crafted a training guide for the Ministry of Human Resources in Malaysia. Dr. Amutha's impact expanded to training ICT graduates for the Northern Super Corridor project and facilitating programs for organizations like 3M and Exxon Mobil.
In higher education, she excelled in research, development, and training in digital technology and eLearning. She designed curricula, led workshops, and trained faculty in modern pedagogy and learning technologies. She also played a vital role in retraining retrenched MAS employees.
Dr. Amutha later served as Director for Pedagogy and Training at Taylor's Education Group and contributed to various government projects during the Covid-19 pandemic. She currently works as an adjunct professor at Manipal GlobalNxt University and holds roles as a visiting faculty member and education consultant, where she continues to make a significant impact in education and corporate training.
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Adjunct Professor
Short Profile
Dr. Afshan Sumera holds a PhD, M.B.B.S, D.T.C.D, MPhil, PGCert MedEdu (Dundee), and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). She is currently a senior lecturer in pathology at the University of Central Lancashire, Preston, United Kingdom. Her research interests focus on hematopathology, particularly thalassemia, as well as health professions education (HPE). Her previous research explored biological processes affected by oxidative stress due to iron overload in transfusion-dependent thalassemia. She employed innovative mass spectrometry-based bioanalytical techniques and immunome protein-array methods to uncover new insights into this condition.
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Adjunct Professor
Short Profile
Dr. Alex Bordin Phayaphrom is an accomplished business leader and educator with over two decades of experience. He currently serves as the Executive Director of ADVEX Management School, a prominent provider of online executive education in Thailand, and holds the position of CEO at Jewelry Channel, Thailand's exclusive 24/7 jewelry shopping television channel.
Dr. Bordin earned his Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) with a focus on Strategic Management and Innovation Management from GlobalNxt University, Malaysia. He also possesses a Master of Science in Management from the Assumption University of Thailand and holds a Qualified Diamond Grader Diploma from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA).
Specializing in digital business, management information systems, strategic management, technology management, professional and executive development education, and education management, Dr. Bordin boasts extensive experience across the television and media production, jewelry, and education sectors. He is a prolific speaker and writer on business topics, contributing articles to leading business journals and presenting at international conferences. Additionally, he is an active member of several professional organizations.
As a fervent advocate for education and lifelong learning, Dr. Bordin firmly believes in the potential for success in individuals from all backgrounds and circumstances. He is dedicated to delivering accessible, high-quality education for all.
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Adjunct Professor
Short Profile
Dr. Anita Dani is a distinguished educator with over 25 years of experience in mathematics, statistics, and computer science. Having previously worked in the United Arab Emirates, she now resides in a suburb of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Dr. Anita is currently a Sessional Lecturer at the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV), where she has been teaching Business Statistics and Business Research Methods since January 2024. She is responsible for preparing course content, supervising students' marketing research projects, and setting assessments. Additionally, she serves as an Adjunct Lecturer at Manipal GlobalNxt University, supervising doctoral students since September 2023.
Her research interests lie at the intersection of mathematics education, learning analytics, data mining, and educational technology. Dr. Anita holds a PhD in Mathematics Education from The British University in Dubai and has numerous publications, keynote presentations, and reviews in reputable journals and conferences. She is also a recipient of the Outstanding Reviewer Award from the journal Information Discovery (Emerald Publishing).
Dr. Anita has contributed as a freelance prompt writer and reviewer on a project for training large language models (LLM). She is proficient in statistical and data analysis, utilising various tools and platforms such as Blackboard™, Book Widget, Nearpod, Camtasia, and Office 365 to create and implement innovative and effective teaching and learning interventions.
Her goal is to leverage her research expertise and skills to foster a culture of innovation and excellence in the field of mathematics education.
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Adjunct Professor
Short Profile
Dr. Basel Shahin is an MGNU adjunct faculty member, a Learning and Development professional, and an Executive Education Practitioner-Facilitator. He holds a Doctorate in Business Administration from Manipal GlobalNxt University, Malaysia, and currently resides in Kuwait. Driven by a passion for teaching and mentoring, his expertise lies in the fields of Organizational Development, Culture, and Employee Engagement.
As an educator, Dr. Shahin's focus is on nurturing critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity in students. He aspires to create inclusive and engaging learning environments that not only impart knowledge but also equip students with practical skills relevant to their future careers, preparing them for an ever-evolving world.
In the realm of research, his primary interest centers on employee engagement. Dr. Shahin explores the dynamic factors influencing employee motivation, commitment, and performance in modern workplaces, including the impact of remote and flexible work arrangements. His goal is to uncover strategies and interventions that foster positive work environments, enhance employee well-being, and sustain engagement, ultimately contributing to organizational success and employee satisfaction.
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Adjunct Professor
Short Profile
Dr. Kanishka did his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from the Department of Business Administration, University of Lucknow, India, 2007. The Ph.D. thesis is entitled “A Study of Service Quality in Hospitals and Nursing Homes of Lucknow”
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Adjunct Professor
Short Profile
Dr. L. R. S. Kalanithi, M.A., M.Phil., B.Ed., PGCTE, DYDW, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of English at Guru Nanak College (Autonomous), Velachery, Chennai – 600 042. She is now in her 36th year of teaching English Language and Literature. Her Ph.D. topic entitled Effectiveness of Teaching Prose through Communicative Language Teaching to the Undergraduates (Part II English): A Study from Gandhigram Rural University, Dindigul District, Tamilnadu, India. After completing three years in an International Residential School, fifteen years at GTN Arts College, Dindigul, she has been with Guru Nanak College for seventeen years. With a successful service as Vice-Principal (Students’ Affairs) she is now elevated as the Dean, School of Languages. She has 30 published papers to her credit. As a Research Supervisor she has guided 3 Part-time M.Phil., Scholars. 11 Ph.D., Scholars have been awarded and 6 more are in progress. Her Study Materials on ‘American Literature’ for UG Students of IDE, University of Madras was published in Aug 2008 and TNOU in Aug 2022 respectively. She reviewed a 900- paged A to Z Word-Picture Dictionary for the students of the Government Primary Schools under Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan Scheme, Government of Tamilnadu.
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Adjunct Professor
Short Profile
Dr. Matt DeMonbrun is the Associate Director for University Decision Support and Senior Statistician with the Enrollment Management Group at Southern Methodist University (SMU) where he serves as an educational statistician and adjunct instructor. Prior to SMU, Dr. DeMonbrun earned his PhD from the Center for the Study of Higher and Postsecondary Education at the University of Michigan, M.A. in Higher Education Administration from the University of Alabama, and B.S. in Aerospace Engineering from Middle Tennessee State University. He has worked with enrollment management, program evaluation, data analytics, and residence life. Dr. DeMonbrun’s research interests are in evidence-based teaching practices, digital technologies in STEM education, and undergraduate student enrollment and retention.
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Adjunct Professor
Short Profile
Muthmainnah is a senior lecturer at Universitas Al Asyariah Mandar in West Sulawesi, Indonesia, with a background in English Education (Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate). Her teaching interests include Research Methodology, ICT in Language Teaching, and Psychology in Learning.
She has held various leadership roles at her university, including Chairman of the Indonesian Language Department and Deputy Director of the Language and Character Development Institute. Muthmainnah is also an accomplished author of 80 national and international books and serves as an adjunct faculty member at institutions in Nigeria, Thailand, and Malaysia.
With over 100 international awards, including Outstanding Professor and Best International Influencer, she is recognised for her contributions to education and leadership. Her research interests span TESOL, ICT in education, digital education, GenAI, and cybergogy. Muthmainnah is a strong advocate for international collaboration and teamwork, making her an ideal candidate for academic and leadership roles.
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Associate Professor
Short Profile
Normy Rafida Abdul Rahman is an academician and researcher with over 20 years of experience in the field of business and management. She currently works at various universities including Manipal Globalnxt University, UTM space, UMP advanced and Asia Metropolitan University as a Head of Doctor of Philosophy (Management) Program, Senior Lecturer, Adjunct Faculty Member, Freelance Lecturer, and has extensive publications in Scopus and Web of Science related journals. Dr Normy Rafida has earned a Bachelor of Information Technology with Honour, a Master of Management major in Management as well as a PhD in Management / Business from Management and Science University, Malaysia.
Throughout her career, Dr Normy Rafida has extremely involve in various corporate social responsibility program, taught, supervised, examined and graduated PhD students in both quantitative and qualitative research, demonstrating her versatility as a researcher. She has also participated in numerous research projects focusing on various topics such as Leadership, entrepreneurship, marketing, information technology and Management both in Business and Management field. Her research has been published in a variety of reputable indexed journals and proceedings.
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Adjunct Professor
Short Profile
Dr. Rajib Chakraborty is based in Jalandhar, Punjab, India. He holds an M.Sc. in Physics, an M.Ed., a Ph.D. in Education, and a Certification in Instructional Designing. With a total of 16 years of experience in tertiary-level teaching and the e-learning industry, he specialises in teaching research methodology, educational statistics, measurement and evaluation, pedagogy of physical science, and instructional designing to student teachers and teacher educators.
His research specialisations include STEM education and educational psychometrics. Dr. Chakraborty has over 80 research publications in the field of education.
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Adjunct Professor
Short Profile
An acknowledged professional with vast experience in both academics and Industry. Veteran in the field of Management Education, Research and Administration with a vibrant career spanning nearly two decades that reflects rich Indian and overseas experience and year-on- year success in Teaching, Training, Research and Educational Leadership. Dr. Shetty is a trainer for Financial Markets and conducted numerous training programme in national and international platforms on the topics such as Finance for non-financial executives, Start-Up Mantras for Educators and Budding Leaders, Research Aim and Title formation, Career Guidance, Higher Education, Leadership and Impact of Digitalization in Education system.
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Adjunct Professor
Short Profile
Dr Sourav Choudhury is an adjunct faculty member at MGNU with 15 years of experience. A PhD from Lovely Professional University, Dr. Choudhury has obtained Masters in English, BEd, and Masters in Education from Rabindra Bharati University. He has qualified the National Eligibility Test in Education.
Till date, Dr. Choudhury has published as many as 20 papers in journals of repute, mostly in Scopus indexed journals. Additionally, quite a few papers have been accepted by some of the top journals and are awaiting publication. He has presented papers in quite a few prestigious seminars and conferences. Dr. Choudhury has also contributed two book chapters in ISBN indexed books. Furthermore, his book titled Essentials of Education Psychology has been well received by academicians and learners alike.
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Adjunct Professor
Short Profile
Dr. Suma is an accomplished educator and researcher with a rich history of contributions to education. She served as a module writer and tutor at Wawasan Open University from 2012 to 2021, receiving awards for her work in blended and online learning. Notably, she earned the 'ICDE Prize for Innovation and Best Practices' in 2013 for her collaborative research on sustainable living through blended learning platforms.
Suma's influence extends beyond her university roles. She's trained teachers in Southeast Asia, participated in workshops on educational resource creation, and received the Australian Government's Endeavour International Postgraduate Research Scholarship in 2007. Currently a visiting professor at the American University of Sovereign Nations and president of C.A.R.E, she's deeply involved in the academic community. Additionally, Suma has published extensively on topics like education in human values, sustainable education, and borderless learning. Her commitment to education and research is evident in her diverse and impactful contributions over the years.
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Adjunct Professor
Short Profile
Thanyatida Gunadham is a distinguished graduate of the Doctor of Philosophy program in Computer Science and Information Systems at the National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA), Bangkok, Thailand. With a remarkable nine-year career in the multicultural IT industry, she has excelled in various roles, including Project Coordinator, Business System Analyst, MIS Support, and Test Analyst/Manager. Since 2014, she has served as a dedicated full-time lecturer at a university in Thailand.
Thanyatida's expertise extends across a spectrum of teaching and research domains:
Interests
- Business Intelligence
- Knowledge Management Systems
- Enterprise Systems Development
- IT Systems for Business
- Enterprise Architecture
- Business Intelligence
- Knowledge Management
- IT Utilization
- IS/IT Project Management
Her academic journey and extensive industry experience make her a valuable asset, bringing both practical insight and scholarly depth to her educational and research pursuits.
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Adjunct Professor
Short Profile
Dr. Utanes boasts a 30-year career spanning entrepreneurship, education, non-profit work, and defense. His journey began as a naval officer, holding various roles on naval vessels. Later, he excelled in leadership positions at Informatics Holdings Ltd across different countries, serving as COO, SVP, Director, and GM during his 13-year tenure. He also made his mark as a General Manager at a San Francisco-based web development firm.
Fred earned his DBA from Manipal GlobalNxt University and an MBM degree on scholarship from the Asian Institute of Management. His academic achievements include an MBA with honors and a Magna Cum Laude Bachelor of Science degree from the Philippine Military Academy. With a wealth of professional certifications and nearly 20 years of teaching experience, Dr. Utanes is currently the Dean of ASCENSUS INSTITUTE in Singapore. He also lectures at universities in the UK, Singapore, and Malaysia and is a published researcher recognized with multiple research awards from institutions in France and Dubai.
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Adjunct Professor
Short Profile
Dr. Vahid Norouzi Larsari is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Mazandaran, where he leads an innovative project focused on designing and implementing a curriculum grounded in justice, diversity, and inclusion. He holds a Ph.D. in Education from Charles University in Prague, Czech Republic, where his research explored the impact of flipped learning classrooms on student self-efficacy and academic achievement.
Dr. Norouzi’s academic journey includes a Master’s degree in English Language Teaching from Islamic Azad University, Takestan Branch, and a Bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature from Islamic Azad University, Rasht Branch.
With teaching and research interests spanning Artificial Intelligence in education, curriculum design, teacher training, and advanced research methodologies, Dr. Norouzi has made significant contributions to English Language Teaching, educational technology, and inclusive curriculum development for primary education.
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Adjunct Professor
Short Profile
With a Ph.D. in Commerce and Management from the University of Kerala, India, I am based in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. My teaching interests encompass a broad spectrum, including Research Methodology, Managerial Accounting, Managerial Economics, Financial Management, Banking, Foreign Exchange, and more. On the research front, I am deeply intrigued by various facets of Management, Banking, e-Commerce, e-Learning, Marketing, and related areas, contributing to the ever-evolving landscape of knowledge in these fields.
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Adjunct Professor
Short Profile
Presently serving as Professor and Deputy Dean at the School of Education, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, India, with 22 years of experience in teacher education. His research focuses on Emotional Intelligence, Self-Regulated Learning, Socially Disadvantaged Groups, Bullying, Teacher Self-Efficacy, Effectiveness, Academic Monitoring, and Motivation.
He has taught courses in Educational Research & Statistics, Measurement & Evaluation, Educational Technology, Pedagogy of Social Science, Educational Management, and Applications of SPSS. He has guided over 72 Master's dissertations and 10 PhD theses, published 130 research papers, and edited 4 books. He has presented 50 papers at national and international conferences and seminars.
He has organised 9 conferences/seminars and conducted 20 workshops on topics such as SPSS application, Excel in Statistics, Constructivist-Based Lesson Planning, and delivered 50 invited lectures on teaching and learning resources, data analysis, and interpretation.
Question? Answered.
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How quickly can I complete my program?
Completion of a program at Manipal GlobalNxt University depends on the total number of subjects you are required to complete in your program and the rate at which you complete those subjects.
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Can I pursue this program from anywhere in the world?
Yes. At Manipal GlobalNxt University, all you need is access to the internet. Our programs are delivered on an interactive virtual learning platform that facilitates optimal learning.
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Can I take breaks during the program?
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