Faculty Development Programmes

Report on National Level Virtual Faculty Development Programme

Organised by Seshadripuram First Grade College, Yelahanka

Post Graduate Department of Commerce in association with Seshadripuram Research Foundation

Seshadripuram First Grade College, permanently affiliated to Bengaluru City University and accredited ‘A+’ by NAAC, is hosting a 5‑Day National Level Virtual Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on “Advanced Tools & Techniques for Research Methodology” from 8th to 12th September 2026. The programme is designed to strengthen research skills, integrate advanced methodologies, and enhance academic visibility through structured sessions delivered by eminent resource persons.

The FDP will cover diverse aspects of research methodology including advanced tools, identification of research gaps, data collection and validation, research visibility and reliability, and AI‑powered integration with special reference to Mendeley software. Sessions will be conducted via Google Meet, with timings scheduled between 2.00 PM – 4.00 PM on weekdays and 10.30 AM – 12.30 PM on the concluding day.

Resource Persons:

• Dr. Brijesh Sivathanu, Christ University, Bengaluru
• Dr. Hemanth Kumar, Presidency University
• Dr. Sengottuvelu C, Acharya Bangalore B School
• Dr. Sunil M. V, SDM Institute for Management Development, Mysore
• Dr. Urmila Itam, Manipal Academy of Higher Education

The FDP aims to imbibe research inclination, conceptualize advanced methodologies, and foster compliance in research culture. Expected outcomes include strengthening robustness in research progress, promoting outcome‑based learning, and perpetuating scholarly excellence.

This initiative reflects the commitment of Seshadripuram Educational Trust and its research foundation towards promoting academic integrity, interdisciplinary dialogue, and innovation in research practices.