Christ Business School (MBA)-Faculty Profile
Prof Dr. S. Edwin Christopher is an accomplished academician and administrator with over 35 years of experience leading premier educational institutions from K-12 to higher education and research. He is currently the Director of Academics for the MBA Programme at Christ Business School, Christ College of Science and Management, Malur, Karnataka, where he has designed and implemented transformative curricula that blend academic excellence with values-driven leadership and holistic student development.
Academic and Administrative Excellence
Prof. Christopher has an extensive background spanning higher secondary and tertiary education, having served as principal, director, mentor, and syndicate member at esteemed institutions such as Bishop Cotton Boys’ School, New Horizon Group, Jain Group of Institutions, and Dr. Ambedkar Memorial Educational Trust. He is recognised for pioneering faculty and student development programmes, instituting innovative pedagogical frameworks, and enhancing institutional effectiveness across academic and operational domains.Leadership and PedagogyKnown for his expertise in curriculum development, quality assurance, academic strategy, and facilitating faculty professional growth, Prof. Christopher has authored two management books and published over a dozen research papers in reputed journals. His dynamic leadership has fostered collaborative, student-centred learning environments and advanced the integration of technology, life skills, and experiential learning within the curriculum.
Professional Contributions and Recognitions
A certified PhD and MPhil research guide, Prof. Christopher has guided several doctoral scholars and contributed as an editorial board member for internationally refereed journals. He is a recipient of honours such as the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam International Award and the Karunada Kanmani Award, reflecting his impact on education and community
Areas of Expertise
Dr. S. EDWIN CHRISTOPHER
PhD
Director- Academics
Events & Seminars
Dr. A. RAVI
(MBA, MSc, M.Phil, PhD)
Dr. A. Ravi, MBA, M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D., D.Litt., serves as the Director of Administration and Research with 33 years of academic and research experience. He has guided 17 Ph.D. scholars in Management Studies and is an authorized research guide for the University of Mysore, Anna University, and Bharathiar University. A life member of NHRD, AIMS International, and NIPM, he has authored 5 textbooks and published over 60 research papers in reputed journals. With proven leadership in institutional development and NAAC accreditation, he remains deeply committed to excellence, innovation, and professional ethics in higher education.
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Dr. Vishnu Govindan (M.Com, NET, JRF, Ph.D.) is an accomplished academician and Assistant Professor at Christ Business School, Christ College of Science and Management, Malur. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Kerala and is a recipient of the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) awarded by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. Having qualified the National Eligibility Test (NET) four times, he demonstrates strong academic excellence and subject expertise. Dr. Vishnu has published papers in reputed national and international journals, including ABDC and Scopus-indexed ones, and has presented at several academic conferences. With rich teaching experience across institutions, he integrates theory with practical insights to create an engaging and impactful learning experience.
(M.com, NET, JRF, PhD)
Dr. VISHNU GOVINDAN
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Mr. SILAMBARASAN S
(MBA, UGC NET, KSET)
Mr. Silambarasan S., B.E., MBA (Marketing), UGC NET (98 percentile), and KSET qualified, is an Assistant Professor at Christ College of Science and Management, Malur. With 3.5 years of industry experience in Sales and Marketing across corporate and startup sectors, he brings an interdisciplinary and future-oriented approach to management education. His background in engineering and marketing enables him to blend analytical precision with creative strategy in teaching. Currently pursuing research in digital consumer behavior, SaaS marketing, and AI-driven campaigns, he is also preparing for a Ph.D. Dedicated to fostering critical thinking and innovation, he actively contributes to research, curriculum development, and institutional growth.
•Organisational leadership and management
•Curriculum design and implementation
•Faculty and student development
•Academic quality benchmarking•Strategic planning and administrative coordination
•Career counselling and mentoring
Prof. Christopher is fluent in English, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, and Urdu, allowing him to connect with diverse academic and student communities. His dedication to holistic education, research, and ethical leadership positions him as a visionary faculty leader.