PROFESSOR VIJAY KUMAR SHARMA
Name: Dr. Vijay Kumar Sharma
Designation: Professor, Department of Commerce
Date of Birth: September 9, 1968.
Date of First Appointment: 01.12.1992
Address (Residential): Set No. 39, Professor Colony , Summer Hill ,Shimla-171005, Himachal Pradesh, Ph. No.:94180-59569, 8580720323
Email address: vk_hpu@yahoo.co.in
Area of Specialization: Finance / Business Environment
Academic Qualifications: M.Com, M.Phil, Ph.D. (Topper and Fellowship Holder of M.ComIst year and Passed National level test of UGC)
Teaching Experience: 29 years
Designation |
Duration |
Period |
Assistant Professor |
Dec.1992 to Dec. 2002 |
10 years |
Associate Professor |
2002to 2008 |
6 years |
Professor |
Jan. 2009 onward |
More than 10years |
Research Publications:
Books Published:
- Vijay Kumar Sharma, Industrialization in Tribal Areas of Himachal Pradesh, Kanishka Publishers, ISBN 81-7391-934-8, New Delhi, 2007.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma, Global Economic Meltdown –Repercussions and Remedies, Nirmal Book Agency Kurukshetra, ISBN: 9788186727073 ,Kuruksheta-2010.
Research Papers :
- Anupam Sharma, Devinder Sharma and Vijay Kumar Sharma, Interview Skill Requirements: A Contemporary Managerial Issue, Inspired Research & Review International Journal, Volume-01, Issue 01, June- 2019, pp. 1-10.
- Neetika Mahajan and Vijay Kumar Sharma, Banking Sector Reforms and Future Prospects, Ed. Book. Contemporary Issues in Management by Kuldeep Kumar and Kiran Chauhan, Excel India Publications, New Delhi, 2019, pp. 48-53.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma and NeekitaMahajan,“performanceevaluaon of public, private and foreign banks in India; An empirical Analysis. International Journal of 360 Management review. Vol.(6), issue(2), 259-270, october2018.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma NeekitaMahajan ,“A study on service quality and customer satisfaction in Indian Banking sector. Research Review. International Journal of Multidisciplinary. Vol.(3), issue(11),November 2018.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma Neekita Mahajan, “Trends and growth of banking sector in India “.Research review International Journal of Multidisciplinary. Vol.(4), issue(3), march 2019.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma Neekita Mahajan, “Digital Banking and customer satisfaction”.Inspired research and review international journal. Vol.(1), issue(1), 2019.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma and Kavita Kumra “Impact of Micro Finance on Empowerment of Women: A Case Study of Himachal Pradesh“ published in International Journal of Research (ISSN : 2348-6848, EISSN: 2348-795X,), Volume 05 Issue 01,January, 2018, EdupediaPublications,pp 3464-3470.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma and Kavita Kumra “Microfinance in Himachal Pradesh: An Analysis of Impact” , was published in Multidisciplinary e-Book in 2018 (BR International Publication House, Dhanabad, Jharkhand).
- Vijay Kumar Sharma and Kavita Kumra “Progress of Microfinance in India under SHG-Bank Linkage Model”, published in InternationalJournal of Management Studies (ISSN 2249-0302, EISSN 2231-2528, UGC Approved Journal No. 44925), January 2018, Volume V, Issue-1(4), ERM Publications, pp120-126.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma and Kavita Kumra“ Microfinance: A Tool for Poverty Alleviation” , published in Abhinav National Monthly Journal of Research in Commerce and Management ( EISSN- 2277-1166), Volume 7, Issue 2, February, 2018, Abhinav Publication, pp 67-72.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma and Kavita Kumra“ Progress of SHG formation under NRLM in Himachal Pradesh “ published in International Journal of Research,(ISSN : 2348-6848, EISSN: 2348-795X,), Volume 05 Issue 12, April, 2018, Edupedia Publications, pp 278-284.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma And Ranjana Thakur, “An Analytical Study of Factors Affecting the Shopping Behaviour of Consumers in Organized Retail Store” International Journal for Research and Studies, B.R. International Publication House, ISSN: 2395-6984, Volume-3, Issue-2, 2017, pp. 298-310.
- Vidushi Sharma and Vijay Kumar Sharma, “ Perception of Individual Investor towards Stock Market Operation” Indian Research Bulletin, B.R. International Publication House,Volume -12, Issue- 4, 2017, pp. 183-194.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma And Ranjana Thakur, “Factors Affecting Consumer’s Buying Behavior in Organised Retail Store” Indian Research Bulletin, ISSN No. 2348-1315, Volume X, Issue II, B.R International Publication House, Jharkhand, June 2016, pp. 125-135.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma &Anuj Kumar, “ An Evaluation of Performance of Old and New Private Sector Banks In India”,NIFM Journal of Public Financial Management,Vol.V,No.1,January-June2013,pp.111-133.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma &Anuj Kumar, “Assessment of Performance of Commercial Banks in India”, Indian Journal of Finance, Vol.7, No.12, December2013, pp.47-54.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma &Anuj Kumar, “Performance of Foreign Banks in India:An Evaluation”, International Journal of Research in Commerce and Management,VolNo.4,IssueNo.02,Februry,2013.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma & Anuj Kumar, “Analysis of Customers Behavior Towards the Telecom Sector in H.P”, Zenith International Journal of Business Economics and Management Research, Vol.3 (3), March (2013).
- Vijay Sharma and Neeraj Kumar, “Impact of Financial Sector Reforms on Savings and Capital Formation in India”, Asian Journal of Research in business Economics and management, ISSN 2250-1673 ,Vol. III,Issue XI ,November, 2013 Yamuna Nagar.
- . Vijay Sharma and Neeraj Kumar, “Productivity of Indian Banks in Pre-Post Financial sector Reform Periods”, The Indian Journal of Research, Anik Shiki, Maneesha Publications. Varanasi, U.P. ISSN 0973-9777, September-October, 2013.
- Vijay Sharma and Anuj Kumar, Corporate Goverence in India: Some thoughts, Edit Book. MamtaMoktaet al. Challenge in Governance, Anamika Publishers & Distributors(P) Ltd. New Delhi 2011, pp. 645-657.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma and Manish Sood, “Global financial Crisis and its Impact on Indian Economy-A sectoral Analysis” Edit book by Vijay Kumar Sharma, Global Economic Meltdown-Repercussions and Remedies Nirmal Book Agency, Kurukshetra, Haryana, 2010 pp 1-25.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma and Neeraj Kumar, “Impact of the U.S Financial Crisis 2008 on Asian and European Countries” Nirmal Book Agency, Kurukshetra, Haryana, 2010.
- . Vijay Sharma and Nisha Sharma, “Promoting Social welfare and Development, The Role of NGOs in Himachal Pradesh”, Man and Development, Vol. XXXIII No. 2 June, 2011, Centre for Research in Rural and Industrial Development Chandigarh
- Vijay Sharma and Manoj Sharma, “Impact of DEMAT Account on its Holders- an Empirical Study of Eight Districts of Himachal Pradesh”, Vol.II, NIFM Journal of Public Financial management July-December, 2010.
- Vijay Sharma and Nisha Sharma, “Role of NGOs in the Socio-Economic Transformation in H.P.”, Journal of Gender Equality and Sensitivity Vol. IV No. 2, 2009-10, Women’s studies Department, Barkutullah University Hoshangabad Road, Bhopal-26 (M.P).
- Vijay Kumar Sharma,Roshan Lal Vashist and Nishu Sharma, “An Empirical Analysis of the Impact of Industrialization on Infrastructure Development in Himachal Pradesh”, Asia-Pacific Business Review, Volume IV No. 2, ISSN: 0973-2470, New Delhi, June 2008, pp 90-101. (The findings of this study was highlighted by the Kolkata based news agency in the media i.e. Hindustan Times, Divya Himachal, Punjab Kesari)
- Vijay Kumar Sharma, Roshan Lal Vashist and Nishu Sharma, ”Industrialization and Development: A Macro Economic Analysis” . Indian Journal of Economics, Part 1, Vol.LXXXXI, No.352, ISSN 0019-5170, Allahabad, July 2008 pp 105-123.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma, “Institutional Financing and Determinants of Agricultural Overdue” ,ICFAI University Journal of Agricultural Economics,Vol.V,No.4,ISSN 0973-2470, Hyderabad, June, 2008 pp 67-84.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma, Des Raj Gupta and Vivek Verma, “India’s International Trade: An Analytical Study of Pre and Post Liberalization Periods”, ICFAI University Journal of International Business, Vol. IV, No.1, ISSN 0973-3752,Hyderabad, Feb. 2009 pp 31-45.(This study has also been solicited by SSRN e Library which publicize the Top quality research paper around the world
- Vijay Kumar Sharma and Rakesh Kumar, “Corporate Restructuring through Merger and Acquisition: A study of some selected Indian Companies”, Proceedings of 5th national Seminar, Building and Sustaining Competitiveness in the Global Era: Opportunities & Challenges for Indian Corporate, October, 19-20, 2008
- Vijay Kumar Sharma and Rakesh Kumar, “Cross-border merger and acquisition with special reference to India”.info@indianMBA.com
- Vijay Kumar Sharma, and Rakesh Kumar, “Corporate Restructuring through Merger Acquisition enhancing shareholders value: A Study of some Selected Indian Companies” ,info@indianMBA.com
- Vijay Kumar Sharma and Rakesh Kumar, “Role of Stock Exchange in the Development of Indian Capital Market: A Study of National Stock Exchange”.info@indianMBA.com
- Vijay Kumar Sharma, “Rural Industrialization under Plans in Himachal Pradesh- An Evaluation”, Shimla Management Journal, Vol.3 No.1-2, May2003 pp 162-177.
- Des Raj Gupta and Vijay Kumar Sharma, “Socio-Economic Background of Rural Entrepreneurs in Himachal Pradesh”, Bikaner Journal of Management, Vol. 6 No. 1, Sept.2003 pp 127-135
- Vijay Kumar Sharma and Sunil, “Promotional and Developmental Role of Small Industries Development Bank of India: An Appraisal” ,Prayaas the Journal of Management, Mody Institute of Education and Research, Vol. No.2, Jun.2003 pp 78-85.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma, “Labour Issues of Rural Enterprises in Himachal Pradesh, Bikaner Journal of Management, Vol.5 No.2, Oct.2002 pp 79-86.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma and Sunil, “An Evaluation of Financing Practices of Small Industries Development Bank of India”, Shimla Management Journal, Vol.3 No.1-2, May 2002 pp151-160.
Research Papers Submitted for Publication:
- Vijay Kumar Sharma, “Borrowings and Over dues among Farmers in Himalayan Regions: An Empirical Analysis.”
- Vijay Kumar Sharma and Anuj, “Handbills as a Promotional Tool: An Exploratory Study”.
- Vijay Kumar Sharma, “An Analytical Study of Farmers Indebtedness in Himalayan Regions”.
Research Guiding Experience: Ph.D. Guided
- Roshan Lal Vashist, “Impact of Industrialization on the Economic Development of Himachal Pradesh”,2007.
- Neeraj Kumar, “A Critical Study of Farmer’s Indebtedness in Himachal Pradesh”, 2008.
- Rakesh Kumar, “Factors responsible for overdues in Commercial Banks (A Study with Reference to Rural Areas of Himachal Pradesh” 2008.
- Rakesh Kumar, “Corporate Restructuring through Merger and Acquisition- A study of some selected Indian Companies”.(submitted) 2009.
- Neshu Sharma, “Growth and Prospects of Small and Medium Industries in Himachal Pradesh”.2010.
- Anuj Kumar, “Impact of Globalization on Performance and Quality of Services in Indian Commercial Banks”2012.
- MunishSood, “Foreign Direct investment in India: Trends and Contemporary Issues.2014.
- Neeraj Kumar, Impact of Financial Sector Reforms on Indian Economy”2015.
- Ranjna , “Emergence of Organizied Retailing in India and Its Impact on Consumer Buying Behavior”
- Vidushi Sharma, “Emrging Trends and Issues in Indian Stock Market”
- Kavita Kumra, “Micro Finance Development and Its Outreach in Himachal Pradesh”
Phd. Ds. in Progress:
- Shivani Gupta, “Agriculture Financing and Overdue among the Farmer of Himachal Pradesh”
- Nikita Mahajan, “Development and Challenges in Banking Sector in india: A Study of Post Liberalisation Era”
- Anchal Gupta, “Financial Literacy among Women and their Role in Management of Family Finance in Himachal Pradesh”
M.Phil:(70)
- Performance Appraisal of Tea Industry in Himachal Pradesh.
- Tourism Potential and Occupancy Pattern: A Case Study of Shimla Town.
- Working capital Management in Himachal Pradesh State Handicrafts and Handloom Corporation Ltd.
- Performance Appraisal of Himachal Pradesh State electricity Board.
- Performance Appraisal of State bank of India in Himachal Pradesh.
- Impact of Infrastructural Development on the Economy of Himachal Pradesh.
- Managerial Effectiveness in Public and Private Sector Banks: A case study of Shimla District.
- Problems and Prospects of Industrialization in Lahaul and Spiti District of Himachal Pradesh.
- Issues and Trends of India’s Foreign Trade in Post Liberlisation Era.
- Tourism in Himachal Pradesh: A Case Study of Shimla Town.
- Consumer Brand Preference regarding Toothpastes and Detergents – A Case study of Kangra District.
- Factors Responsible for Overdue in Himachal Pradesh State Co-operative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank Ltd.
- FDI and Indian Economy: An Analysis of Trend and Impact.
- An Analysis of Financial Statements-A case study of Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Limited (SJVNL). Rahul Sharma- 2012-2013.
- An Analysis of People Awareness Regarding Life Insurance- A case study of Kangra Town. Kewal Singh- 2012-13.
- Customers Services in Public and Private Sector Banks – A case study of Shimla District. Neetika Mahajan- 2010.
- Banking Services and Customer Satisfaction In Public and Private Banks- A case study of Kullu District. Dubesh Kumar- 2012-13.
- Factors Responsible for Overdues in Himachal Pradesh State Co-operative agricultural and Rural Development Bank Ltd. Madhu- 2007.
- A corporative Analysis Of the Quality of Services in Public and Private Sector Banks – A case study of Shimla Town. Vineeta- 2012.
- Awareness Regarding Insurance in Chhauhara Block of district Shimla-An Analysis. Pritpal- 2011-12.
- Problems and prospects of Small Scale Industries in Himachal Pradesh- a case study of Bilaspur District. Mamta Kumari-2014.
- Role of Cement Industries in the Socio Economic Development of Himachal Pradesh- A case study of Bilaspur District. Reetu Raj Thakur-2014.
Research Project:
Problems and Prospects of Industrialization in the Tribal Areas of Himachal Pradesh, Institute of Integrated Himalayan Studies (U.G.C. Centre of Excellence) H.P. University, Shimla-5
Seminar/Conference/Workshop Attended
- Organizer and Resource Person in Conference WEBINAR Department of Commerce, H.P. University, Shimla with Shimla Chapter of NIRC of ICSI titled Company Secretary as a Corporate Governance Professional & Achieving Success through Determination & Smart Goals September 29, 2020.
- Resource Person in Online Curriculum Workshop for BBA in Rural Management and MBA in Rural Management by Mahatma Gandhi National Council of Rural Education, Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India on December 12, 2020.
- Chaired session in the 6th International Conference on “Innovative Strategies for Revolutionizing the Businesses” organized by CMAI in collaboration with University SainsMalaysia(USM), Penang, Malaysia,2019.
- Paper presented on the topic entitled “Determinants of Customers’ Satisfaction in Commercial Banks of India” in the 6th International Conference on “Innovative Strategies for Revolutionizing the Businesses” organized by CMAI in collaboration with UniversitiSainsMalaysia(USM), Penang, Malaysia,2019.
- Keynote Speaker in the National Seminar on “Contemporary Issues in Management” organized by APG Shimla University, 2019.
- Resource Person in the National Conference on “Transformation of Business Digitalisation and Innovation: Revitalising Economy by 2025” organized by Maharaja Agrasen University, 2018.
- Paper presented entitled “ An Empirical Study of Online Trading in Indian Stock Market” in the 4th International Conference on “Sustainable Development: Weaving Innovations in Business and Commerce” organized by CMAI in Academic partnership with Lyceum of the Philippines University, Manila, Philippines,2017.
- Keynote Speaker in the International Conference on Role and Relevance of Ethics, Innovation and IPRs in Changing Business Scenario ICREII organized by School of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2016.
- National Seminar on “Commerce Education in the New Millennium”.
- National Seminar on “Impact of Globalization on Higher Education”.
- Attended Refresher Course in Management conducted by Academic Staff College, H.P. University, Shimla-5.
- Attended Refresher Course in Commerce conducted by UGC, Academic Staff College, H.P. University, Shimla-5.
- Paper presented in Refresher Course in Commerce on Industrialization in Himachal Pradesh – Issues and Challenges conducted by Academic Staff College, H.P. University Shimla-5.
- Co-coordinator of the working group meeting for the development of curriculum in general insurance.
- Organized National Seminar on “Global Economic Meltdown –Repercussions and Remedies”
- National Seminar on “Emerging Trends and Challenges in Governance”
- Co-ordinator, refresher course in commerce-2014, conducted by UGC, Academic Staff College, H.P. University, Shimla-5.
- Attended and presented a paper in national seminar at Goswami Ganesh Dutta Sanatan Dharma college Sector 32-c, Chandigarh.
Member of association and academic bodies:
- President, Himachal Pradesh University teachers welfare associtaion (HPUTWA)
- Vice-President, Himachal Pradesh University teachers welfare associtaion (HPUTWA)
- General secterary, Himachal VanijyaSodhSansthan
- General secterary, Himachal LakhakavamKalakarsangh
- Member of academic council, Himachal Pradesh university
- Member and Convenor, P.G. Board of studies,Depatrmnet of Commerce, H.P.U
- Member and Convenor, U.G. Board of studies, Depatrmnet of Commerce, H.P.U
- Member and Convenor of Research Degree Committee ,Depatrmnet of Commerce, H.P.U
- Member of different Inspection Committees of Colleges and Universities.
Administrative Experience
- Ex-Chairman, Department of Commerce, H.P. University, Summer Hill, Shimla-5.
- Ex-Director, Pre-Examination Coaching Centre, H.P. University, Summer Hill, Shimla-5.
- Ex-Director, Institute of Integrated Himalayan Studies, H.P. University, Summer Hill, Shimla-5.
- Chairman, Department of Yoga Studies, H.P. University, Summer Hill, Shimla-5.
- Dean, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies H.P. University, Summer Hill, Shimla-5.