Brief Resume

Dr. Ajay Kumar

• Ph.D. (Journalism and Mass Communication), HP University, 2019
• UGC-NET (Journalism and Mass Communication), June 2011

 Professional Experience

• 2013 onwards, Guest Faculty, Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, HP University, Shimla
• 2013, Guest Faculty (Journalism & MC), Regional Centre, HP University, Dharamshala
• 2012-2013, Guest Faculty, Department of Journalism, New Media and Mass Communication, Central University of Himachal Pradesh, Dharamshala

• 2011, Internship at Zee News, Noida
• 2010, Internship at Aapka Faisla, Hamirpur

 Publications

• 2019. ‘The influence of social media on political efficacy and political participation: A study on youth of Himachal Pradesh,’ Pramana Research Journal, 9(6).
• 2016. ‘Mass media expanding reach and health awareness promotion,’ in Dr.Harjinder Walia (Ed.), Science Communication, 87-92, Patiala: Punjabi University.
• 2013. ‘Human Values in the Workplace and Mangement: A Critical Analysis,’ in Shalini Gupta (Ed.), Spiritualism in Education, 91-100.

 Research

• Ph.D topic The Influence of Social Media on Voting Behaviour: A Study on Youth of Himachal Pradesh, HP University, 2019.
• Presented six research papers in national seminars/conferences
• Presented two research papers in international seminars/conferences

 Educational Qualifications

• Master of Mass Communication, Himachal Pradesh University (2009-11)
• PG Diploma in Personal Management, , Himachal Pradesh University (2010-11)
• B. Sc. (Medical), Himachal Pradesh University (2005-08)

 Workshops

• Attended workshops on research and writing research papers
• Attended training workshops on online media, film production and film appreciation