Hi, I’m Saranya Pugazhenthi, I am a curious learner, also trying to explore my abilities with lot of interest in content creation, project management, as writer, presenter, prompt engineer and my most favorite part voice over. I have taken break from my routine carreer. Trying to explore my interest and passion. Though my knowledge helps in understanding the situation, content, do the analysis and help me deliver in most understandable manner a research professional with over five years of experience in applied research, teaching, and advisory roles. I design structured research frameworks, blueprint-style guides, and practical tools that translate complex findings into actionable recommendations. I enjoy mentoring students, facilitating workshops, and collaborating with government and organizational stakeholders to drive data-driven decisions. My work spans academia, healthcare evaluation, and education policy. I have led multi-state projects, published in Scopus-indexed journals, and presented at national and international conferences. I thrive in cross-functional teams and am passionate about turning research insights into real-world improvements.

Saranya Pugazhenthi

Hi, I’m Saranya Pugazhenthi, I am a curious learner, also trying to explore my abilities with lot of interest in content creation, project management, as writer, presenter, prompt engineer and my most favorite part voice over. I have taken break from my routine carreer. Trying to explore my interest and passion. Though my knowledge helps in understanding the situation, content, do the analysis and help me deliver in most understandable manner a research professional with over five years of experience in applied research, teaching, and advisory roles. I design structured research frameworks, blueprint-style guides, and practical tools that translate complex findings into actionable recommendations. I enjoy mentoring students, facilitating workshops, and collaborating with government and organizational stakeholders to drive data-driven decisions. My work spans academia, healthcare evaluation, and education policy. I have led multi-state projects, published in Scopus-indexed journals, and presented at national and international conferences. I thrive in cross-functional teams and am passionate about turning research insights into real-world improvements.

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Hi, I’m Saranya Pugazhenthi,
I am a curious learner, also trying to explore my abilities with lot of interest in content creation, project management, as writer, presenter, prompt engineer and my most favorite part voice over.

I have taken break from my routine carreer. Trying to explore my interest and passion. Though my knowledge helps in understanding the situation, content, do the analysis and help me deliver in most understandable manner

a research professional with over five years of experience in applied research, teaching, and advisory roles. I design structured research frameworks, blueprint-style guides, and practical tools that translate complex findings into actionable recommendations. I enjoy mentoring students, facilitating workshops, and collaborating with government and organizational stakeholders to drive data-driven decisions.

My work spans academia, healthcare evaluation, and education policy. I have led multi-state projects, published in Scopus-indexed journals, and presented at national and international conferences. I thrive in cross-functional teams and am passionate about turning research insights into real-world improvements.

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Language

English
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Tamil
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Hindi
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Kannada
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Work Experience

Project Guide at Karnataka State Council for Science & Technology
December 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
Directed a cross-functional research team of 4 members, developing an evaluation framework for healthcare delivery systems. Conducted primary research with 500+ respondents, demonstrating strong investigative and client-facing skills. Produced frameworks and recommendations that improved accessibility metrics by 40% and informed organizational decision-making.
Internal Task Force Member at State Level Education Policy, Karnataka
June 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Analyzed organizational performance data across 30 districts to support evidence-based decision-making. Created interactive frameworks and visualization tools to simplify educational metrics for senior stakeholders. Translated unstructured policy topics into structured, actionable recommendations.
Assistant Professor at Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering
November 1, 2022 - April 1, 2025
Developed structured research methodologies and step-by-step guides for interdisciplinary projects in HR, finance, and sustainability. Supervised and mentored 15+ projects, guiding students in applying research to practical organizational and workforce challenges. Designed teaching modules and workshop content that simplified complex research into accessible, blueprint-style learning material. Presented insights at 8 international conferences and published research in Scopus-indexed journals. Created practical research templates and tools for use by academic and organizational stakeholders.
Assistant Professor (Learning Delivery & Curriculum Support) at Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2025
Delivered structured learning sessions aligned with defined learning objectives. Created learning materials, assessments, and presentation decks to support diverse learners. Supported academic scheduling, documentation, progress tracking, and feedback cycles. Analysed learner performance and implemented instructional improvements.
Learning & Program Coordinator at Innovative Engineering Solutions
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Supported multiple learning projects by coordinating schedules, preparing materials, and maintaining documentation to meet project timelines. Collaborated with SMEs to identify objectives, gather content requirements, and ensure training solutions aligned with business needs. Tracked milestones, followed up with team members, documented progress, and ensured deliverables were completed on time. Prepared communication materials including training announcements, reminders, and learner instructions. Worked with LMS teams to set up courses, enroll participants, update records, and track attendance. Analyzed post-course survey results and summarized findings for continuous improvement. Reviewed vendor invoices, ensured accuracy against scope, and updated course owners on monthly budget status. Coordinated translation of materials and supported external vendor communication when required. Managed day-to-day project issues, escalated risks appropriately, and maintained accurate project files.
Research Coordinator at Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India
August 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Coordinated a multi-state project across 12 regions, managing diverse teams and project timelines. Developed standardized methodologies for program evaluation, creating reusable frameworks for future assessments. Delivered advisory-style reports with evidence-based recommendations to government stakeholders.
Research Fellow at University of Mysore
July 1, 2015 - July 1, 2020
Conducted applied research on business, HR, and economic topics, building analytical models for organizational insights. Facilitated seminars and guided projects, demonstrating ability to communicate complex topics in structured formats. Published 7 peer-reviewed papers and presented findings at national and international conferences.

Education

PhD in Business Administration at University of Mysore
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026
MBA in Business Administration at University of Mysore
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026
Ph.D. in Business Administration at University of Mysore
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026
MBA (Finance) at University of Mysore
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026
B.Com at SBRR Mahajana First Grade College
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026

Qualifications

UGC NET JRF Fellowship
January 1, 2013 - January 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Healthcare, Government, Non-Profit Organization