Dr. Payal Kumar
About Dr. Payal Kumar
Dr. Payal Kumar serves as the Principal Academic Advisor at the Indian School of Hospitality, where she combines extensive corporate experience with academic expertise. She has published numerous books and papers, and has held various leadership roles in academia and publishing over her career.
Work at Indian School of Hospitality
Dr. Payal Kumar currently serves as the Principal Academic Advisor at the Indian School of Hospitality. She previously held the position of Dean of Research & Management Studies from 2021 to 2022. In her role, she contributes to the academic framework and research initiatives of the institution, leveraging her extensive experience in academia and industry.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Payal Kumar has a rich educational background, including a Bachelor's degree in Religion/Religious Studies from Lancaster University and a Master's degree in Religious Studies from SOAS University of London. She also holds a Post-graduate Diploma in Newspaper Journalism from the University of Central Lancashire. Additionally, she has completed advanced programs in Strategic Management at the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta, and Organizational Behaviour at XLRI Jamshedpur, where she achieved a Fellow in Management (FPM).
Background
Dr. Payal Kumar has over 25 years of experience in both corporate and academic settings. She has held various leadership roles, including Associate Dean of International Affairs at BML Munjal University and Professor & Chair of HR/OB. Her career also includes significant positions at SAGE Publications India and Hindustan Times, where she honed her editorial and management skills.
Achievements
Dr. Payal Kumar is an award-winning academician and prolific writer, having published 12 books with international publishers such as Springer and Emerald Publishers. She has also received the best-symposium award for the MED division at the Academy of Management Conference in Seattle, USA, in 2022. Additionally, she serves as an Associate Editor for the Journal of Management, Spirituality & Religion and is a senior reviewer for top academic journals.
Professional Contributions
Dr. Payal Kumar has curated and conducted management development workshops for executives from various companies, including Hero Group and Schneider Electric. She combines her corporate experience with academic knowledge to deliver impactful training interventions. Furthermore, she is the series editor of the Palgrave Studies in Leadership and Followership, contributing to the academic discourse in her field.