Prof. (Dr.) Prakash Divakaran
Vice Chancellor | Supply Chain & Operations Expert | Academic Leader | International Research Speaker
IMPARC ID:
Profile Summary
Prof. (Dr.) Prakash Divakaran is a distinguished academic leader, Vice Chancellor, and supply chain & operations expert with over 30 years of experience spanning academia, research, and the corporate industry. He currently serves as the Vice Chancellor of Himalayan University, Itanagar, and CEO of Infinite Global Research Conference Pvt. Ltd. His professional background bridges senior academic roles—such as Vice Chancellor, Pro Vice Chancellor, and Director—with leadership positions in reputed organizations including Minda Industries, Polyrub Extrusions, and TI Cycles of India.
Dr. Divakaran holds a Ph.D. in Management and several advanced degrees in International Business, Human Resources, Operations, and Supply Chain Management. He has mentored more than 14 Ph.D. scholars and has published over 120 research papers in UGC-listed and Scopus-indexed journals. Recognized internationally, he has chaired and organized over 50 academic events across Asia, the Middle East, and the US. His expertise encompasses academic governance, research management, accreditation, and the integration of AI, blockchain, and sustainability into management education. Dr.Divakaran is also a prolific author, having published multiple books and led initiatives in curriculum development, quality assurance, and global academic collaboration. His commitment to academic excellence is reflected in numerous awards for entrepreneurship, research, and educational leadership.
Dr. Divakaran holds a Ph.D. in Management and several advanced degrees in International Business, Human Resources, Operations, and Supply Chain Management. He has mentored more than 14 Ph.D. scholars and has published over 120 research papers in UGC-listed and Scopus-indexed journals. Recognized internationally, he has chaired and organized over 50 academic events across Asia, the Middle East, and the US. His expertise encompasses academic governance, research management, accreditation, and the integration of AI, blockchain, and sustainability into management education. Dr.Divakaran is also a prolific author, having published multiple books and led initiatives in curriculum development, quality assurance, and global academic collaboration. His commitment to academic excellence is reflected in numerous awards for entrepreneurship, research, and educational leadership.
Hourly Fee
80 $
Subject Matter Expertise
Business, Finance, Economics, & Law –> Business & Management –> Supply Chain Management
Business, Finance, Economics, & Law –> Business & Management –> Operations Management
Business, Finance, Economics, & Law –> Business & Management –> International Business
Business, Finance, Economics, & Law –> Business & Management –> Strategic Management
Business, Finance, Economics, & Law –> Business & Management –> Human Resource Management
Engineering, Technology, & Data –> Data Science & Analytics –> Artificial Intelligence
Engineering, Technology, & Data –> Data Science & Analytics –>Blockchain
Business, Finance, Economics, & Law –> Business & Management –> Sustainability Management
Business, Finance, Economics, & Law –> Business & Management –> Operations Management
Business, Finance, Economics, & Law –> Business & Management –> International Business
Business, Finance, Economics, & Law –> Business & Management –> Strategic Management
Business, Finance, Economics, & Law –> Business & Management –> Human Resource Management
Engineering, Technology, & Data –> Data Science & Analytics –> Artificial Intelligence
Engineering, Technology, & Data –> Data Science & Analytics –>Blockchain
Business, Finance, Economics, & Law –> Business & Management –> Sustainability Management
Services Offered
Consulting –> Operations Consulting
Consulting –> Business Strategy Consulting
Consulting –> Digital Strategy Consulting
Consulting –> Manufacturing Consulting
Consulting –> Regulatory Consulting
Consulting –> Business Strategy Consulting
Consulting –> Digital Strategy Consulting
Consulting –> Manufacturing Consulting
Consulting –> Regulatory Consulting
Work Experience Summary
Prof. (Dr.) Prakash Divakaran has an illustrious career of over three decades at the intersection of academic leadership and industry, having served as Vice Chancellor, Pro Vice Chancellor, and Professor in leading universities, and as a senior executive in manufacturing and supply chain management. He has driven strategic academic transformation, research management, curriculum innovation, and quality assurance across multiple institutions.
Dr. Divakaran’s global perspective is strengthened by his role as an organizer and keynote speaker at numerous international conferences, and he has consistently promoted the integration of emerging technologies and industry trends into academia.
Company Name: Himalayan University, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh
Job Title:Vice Chancellor
Description: Leading the university’s academic and strategic growth, policy implementation, faculty development, research, accreditation, and global collaborations.
Duration: May 2025 – Present
Company Name: Himalayan University, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh
Job Title: Pro-Vice Chancellor
Description: Oversaw academic operations, strategic planning, postgraduate and doctoral programs, and international collaborations.
Duration: August 2022 – May 2025
Company Name: Infinite Global Research Conference Pvt. Ltd.
Job Title: Chief Executive Officer
Description: Led international research events, collaborations, and conference organization.
Duration: January 2020 – September 2022
Company Name: Himalayan University, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh
Job Title: Professor – Business Administration
Description: Taught management courses and contributed to research and academic governance.
Duration: July 2013 – August 2022
Company Name: Polyrub Extrusions (India) Pvt. Ltd., Pune
Job Title: Deputy General Manager – Supply Chain
Description: Managed supply chain operations and process improvements.
Duration: October 2011 – December 2019
Company Name: VidyaTilak College, Pune, Maharashtra
Job Title: Assistant Professor
Description: Taught business management courses.
Duration: March 2009 – January 2013
Company Name: MINDA Industries Ltd., Pune
Job Title: Deputy Manager – SCM
Description: Oversaw supply chain management in manufacturing.
Duration: November 2009 – September 2011
Company Name: TATA YazakiAutoComp Ltd. / THSL, Pune
Job Title: Assistant Manager – SCM
Description: Managed automotive supply chain and logistics.
Duration: April 2007 – November 2009
Company Name: TEK Electro-Mechanicals Pvt. Ltd., Pune
Job Title: Assistant Manager – SCM
Description: Coordinated supply chain and inventory operations.
Duration: October 1996 – April 2007
Job Title:Vice Chancellor
Description: Leading the university’s academic and strategic growth, policy implementation, faculty development, research, accreditation, and global collaborations.
Duration: May 2025 – Present
Company Name: Himalayan University, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh
Job Title: Pro-Vice Chancellor
Description: Oversaw academic operations, strategic planning, postgraduate and doctoral programs, and international collaborations.
Duration: August 2022 – May 2025
Company Name: Infinite Global Research Conference Pvt. Ltd.
Job Title: Chief Executive Officer
Description: Led international research events, collaborations, and conference organization.
Duration: January 2020 – September 2022
Company Name: Himalayan University, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh
Job Title: Professor – Business Administration
Description: Taught management courses and contributed to research and academic governance.
Duration: July 2013 – August 2022
Company Name: Polyrub Extrusions (India) Pvt. Ltd., Pune
Job Title: Deputy General Manager – Supply Chain
Description: Managed supply chain operations and process improvements.
Duration: October 2011 – December 2019
Company Name: VidyaTilak College, Pune, Maharashtra
Job Title: Assistant Professor
Description: Taught business management courses.
Duration: March 2009 – January 2013
Company Name: MINDA Industries Ltd., Pune
Job Title: Deputy Manager – SCM
Description: Oversaw supply chain management in manufacturing.
Duration: November 2009 – September 2011
Company Name: TATA YazakiAutoComp Ltd. / THSL, Pune
Job Title: Assistant Manager – SCM
Description: Managed automotive supply chain and logistics.
Duration: April 2007 – November 2009
Company Name: TEK Electro-Mechanicals Pvt. Ltd., Pune
Job Title: Assistant Manager – SCM
Description: Coordinated supply chain and inventory operations.
Duration: October 1996 – April 2007
Education Summary
Dr.Divakaran holds a Ph.D. in Management and Business Administration from leading universities and multiple postgraduate degrees in Finance, International Business, Supply Chain Management, and Commerce. His educational foundation spans interdisciplinary business fields and advanced management, supplemented by specialized diplomas in excise, customs, and management systems.
Institution Name: Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Degree Title: Ph.D.
Field/Description: Business Administration
Duration: [Not specified]
Institution Name: Nehru Gram Bharati Deemed to be University, Allahabad
Degree Title: Ph.D.
Field/Description: Management
Duration: [Not specified]
Institution Name: Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Degree Title: M.B.A.
Field/Description: Finance
Duration: [Not specified]
Institution Name: Vinayaka Mission University
Degree Title: PGDM
Field/Description: International Business Operations
Duration: [Not specified]
Institution Name: Himalayan University, Itanagar
Degree Title: PGDM
Field/Description: Supply Chain Management
Duration: [Not specified]
Institution Name: Vinayaka Mission Sikkim University, Sikkim
Degree Title: M.Com.
Field/Description: Management
Duration: [Not specified]
Institution Name: MPBOU, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Degree Title: B.Com.
Field/Description: [Not specified]
Duration: [Not specified]
Institution Name: NIE Management, Chennai
Degree Title: Diploma
Field/Description: Central Excise & Customs
Duration: [Not specified]
Degree Title: Ph.D.
Field/Description: Business Administration
Duration: [Not specified]
Institution Name: Nehru Gram Bharati Deemed to be University, Allahabad
Degree Title: Ph.D.
Field/Description: Management
Duration: [Not specified]
Institution Name: Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Degree Title: M.B.A.
Field/Description: Finance
Duration: [Not specified]
Institution Name: Vinayaka Mission University
Degree Title: PGDM
Field/Description: International Business Operations
Duration: [Not specified]
Institution Name: Himalayan University, Itanagar
Degree Title: PGDM
Field/Description: Supply Chain Management
Duration: [Not specified]
Institution Name: Vinayaka Mission Sikkim University, Sikkim
Degree Title: M.Com.
Field/Description: Management
Duration: [Not specified]
Institution Name: MPBOU, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Degree Title: B.Com.
Field/Description: [Not specified]
Duration: [Not specified]
Institution Name: NIE Management, Chennai
Degree Title: Diploma
Field/Description: Central Excise & Customs
Duration: [Not specified]
Certification Summary
Dr. Divakaran has completed advanced trainings in inventory management, quality auditing, and indirect tax optimization, and has mentored 14 awarded Ph.D. scholars, with 6 currently under his supervision.
Title: Inventory Management, Stock Control & Forecasting
Issued By: International Business Conference
Issue Date: [Not specified]
Title: ISO/TS 16949:2002 Internal Quality Auditors Course
Issued By: NCQM Training Services
Issue Date: [Not specified]
Title: Optimizing Indirect Taxes
Issued By: Corporate Gurukul
Issue Date: [Not specified]
Issued By: International Business Conference
Issue Date: [Not specified]
Title: ISO/TS 16949:2002 Internal Quality Auditors Course
Issued By: NCQM Training Services
Issue Date: [Not specified]
Title: Optimizing Indirect Taxes
Issued By: Corporate Gurukul
Issue Date: [Not specified]
Publication Summary
Dr. Divakaran has published over 120 research papers in Scopus and UGC-listed journals, covering topics such as supply chain management, operations, AI, blockchain, HRM, sustainability, and strategic management. He has authored and co-authored numerous books on lean manufacturing, research methodology, supply chain, international business, and more. His work is widely cited and recognized internationally.
Title: Lean Manufacturing and its Effectiveness in Automobile Industry
Journal: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing, Germany
Publication Date: [Not specified]
Title: Research Methodology: A Guide to Ongoing Research Scholars in Management
Journal: Horizon Books, India
Publication Date: [Not specified]
Title: Supply Chain Management
Journal: Horizon Books, India
Publication Date: [Not specified]
Journal: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing, Germany
Publication Date: [Not specified]
Title: Research Methodology: A Guide to Ongoing Research Scholars in Management
Journal: Horizon Books, India
Publication Date: [Not specified]
Title: Supply Chain Management
Journal: Horizon Books, India
Publication Date: [Not specified]