National Level 5-Day Faculty Development Program (FDP) “Innovations in Research, Publication & Accreditation in Higher Education” | 24th November 2025 | BrightHawk

 

National Level 5-Day Faculty Development Program (FDP)
“Innovations in Research, Publication & Accreditation in Higher Education”

Organized by: Dnyansagar Institute of Management & Research (DIMR)
In Association with: BrightHawk InfoTech Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Pune
Dates: 24th – 28th November 2025 | Mode: Online (Zoom)

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📌 Introduction

Dnyansagar Institute of Management & Research (DIMR), in association with BrightHawk InfoTech Solutions Pvt. Ltd., successfully organized a 5-Day National Level Faculty Development Program on “Innovations in Research, Publication & Accreditation in Higher Education” from 24th to 28th November 2025.
The FDP aimed to strengthen the research, publication, and academic quality competencies of faculty members, research scholars, and academicians across India.

This initiative brought together expert educators, researchers, and academic professionals, who delivered enriching sessions combining theory, practice, and strategic academic insights.

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📅 Day-wise Detailed Report

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📌 Day 1 – Research Design & Emerging Academic Tools

Resource Person: Dr. Abdul Matheen, Academic Supervisor – Saudi Electronic University, Riyadh
The FDP commenced with an insightful session on research fundamentals. Dr. Matheen discussed:

• Types of research design

• Structuring research problems

• Use of ICT and emerging digital tools

• Approaches for systematic research planning

Participants appreciated his detailed demonstrations and clear explanations.

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📌 Day 2 – AI in Literature Review & Bibliometrics

Resource Person: Dr. Abdul Matheen
Day 2 focused on the integration of Artificial Intelligence into academic research workflows. Key highlights included:

• AI tools for literature review

• Bibliometric analysis and citation mapping

• Use of databases like Scopus, WoS, and Google Scholar

• How to evaluate and organize research sources

Participants gained strong practical insights for modern research methodologies.

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📌 Day 3 – Publication Strategies & Avoiding Predatory Journals

Resource Person: Dr. Simran Preet Kaur, Adjunct Faculty – IMTI New Delhi
Dr. Kaur delivered a comprehensive session on academic publishing. Topics covered:

• Selecting credible journals (Scopus, WoS, UGC-CARE)

• Understanding indexing, impact factor & journal scope

• Predatory journals and how to identify them

• Structuring publishable research papers

• Ethical publication guidelines

Her examples and clarity on journal evaluation were highly appreciated by participants.

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📌 Day 4 – Accreditation Frameworks & Institutional Quality Indicators

Resource Person: Dr. Sonika Suman, Assistant Professor – Brainware University, Kolkata
Day 4 emphasised quality assurance practices essential for higher education institutions. The session included:

• NAAC & NBA accreditation frameworks

• Quality indicators and assessment matrices

• Documentation and compliance requirements

• Institutional benchmarking and quality improvement strategies

Participants reported that the session greatly enhanced their understanding of accreditation processes.

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📌 Day 5 – Research Ethics, Integrity & Best Practices

Resource Person: Dr. S. Sriranjani Mokshagundam, Professor of Management – BGS B-School, Bengaluru
The final session covered the ethical aspects of research. Key learnings:

• Ethical responsibilities of researchers

• Plagiarism and academic misconduct

• Responsible authorship and publication practices

• Professional conduct and academic behaviour

• Building a culture of integrity in institutions

Her session provided a strong moral and academic foundation for research excellence.

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📌 Participation & Engagement

The FDP received an overwhelming response from faculty members, research scholars, and academicians across the country.
Participants engaged actively through polls, Q&A interactions, live demonstrations, and discussions.

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📌 Certificates & Feedback

E-Certificates were awarded to all participants who attended the sessions and completed the required evaluation form. Feedback reflected high satisfaction regarding:

• Quality of resource persons

• Practical relevance of topics

• Organization and coordination

• Usefulness for research and institutional development

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📌 Conclusion

The 5-day FDP was a resounding success, equipping participants with essential skills in:

• Research methodology

• AI tools

• Publication strategy

• Accreditation standards

• Academic ethics

DIMR and BrightHawk InfoTech Solutions Pvt. Ltd. extend gratitude to all speakers and participants for contributing to the academic excellence of this program.