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Dr. Anubha Ray

Designation: Associate Professor
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Email: anubha.ray@bgu.ac.in
Area: Business Communication

  • Educational Qualifications

    Ph.D

    English (American Literature) from Ravenshaw College, Utkal University on ‘Revolution of Self: Women in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s Literary Works’, 2009

    M.Phil

    English (American Literature) from Ravenshaw College, Utkal University, on ‘The Code Heroes in the Novels of Ernest Hemingway’, 1992

    M.A.

    English from Ravenshaw College, Utkal University with Linguistics Specialization, 1990

  • Area Of Interest And Research
    • American Literature
    • Communication
    • English Language Teaching(ELT)
    • Gender Studies
    • Translation Studies
  • Teaching Courses and New Courses Developed
    • Business Communication
    • Written Communication & Analysis
    • Professional Communication & Soft Skills
    • Project-based Communication
    • Communication Plus
    • Managerial Communication
    • Creativity, Communication & Career Success
    • Developing Self for Corporate Readiness
  • Experience
    • Assistant Professor, Business Communication, Birla School of Management, Birla Global University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India, July 2014- onwards
    • Associate Professor, English & Business Communication, Centurion University of Technology & Management, Odisha, India, 2009-2014
    • Assistant Professor, English, Indira Gandhi Womens’ College, Cuttack, Odisha, 1991-2004
  • Academic Positions
    • Area Head, Business Communication, BSOM, BGU
    • Chairperson, Board of Studies, English, BGU
    • Member, Research Committee, BGU
    • Coordinator, Centre for Research, BSOM, BGU
    • Chairperson, Library Advisory Committee, BGU
    • Chairperson, Gender Sensitization Cell, BGU
    • Head of the Dept, English & Business Communication, CUTM
    • Coordinator, PhD Programme, CUTM
    • Member Research Committee, CUTM
    • Visiting Faculty, IMI, Bhubaneswar
  • Research Papers
    • Ray, Anubha Ray (2020). Communication Across Curriculum: Teacher’s Perception and Implementation Model. PJAEE, 17(9). Issn- 1567-214x, Co-author- Dr Prajna Pani
    • Ray, Anubha (2020). Opinion Mining: A Communication Tool for Career Making. Gedrag & Organisatie Review. ISSN:0921-5077, Co-author Dr Prajna Pani
    • Ray, Anubha (2020). Where Do We Go From Here And How?. Gedrag & Organisatie Review. ISSN:0921-5077. Vol 33, Issue 1, co-author Dr Prajna Pani
    • Ray, Anubha (2019). Degendering of Genderlect: A Case of Higher Education Institutes in Odisha. International Journal of Communication and Media Studies(IJCMS), ISSN-2250-0014,Vol-9.Issue-4
    • Ray, Anubha (2019). Autobiographical Framework and the Position of the Author: A Study on the First and Fourth Volume of Harivansh Rai Bachchan. International Journal of English Language, Literature, ISSN-2321-7065, co-author, Dr Anita Mishra
    • Ray, Anubha (2019). Fitzgerald’s Flapper Heroine and their Moments in History, Literary Endeavour. ISSN-0976-299X
    • Ray, Anubha (2018).Glocalization of Commonwealth Literature: Koshali Poet Shri Haladhar Nag, Asian Quarterly, An International Journal of Contemporary Issues, ISSN-2229-581X, 2018
    • Ray, Anubha (2018). Grammar in Project Based Language Teaching: A Case Analysis, Journal of English Language Teaching(JELT), ISSN-2231-3338
    • Ray, Anubha (2015). Code Switching: A Positive Strategy. The Clarion. ISSN-2277-1697
    • Ray, Anubha. (2015). Communication Technique for a Counselling Manager. Indian Journal,VOIM. ISSN- 2231-6914
    • Ray, Anubha (2015). English Vocabulary for Under Graduate Students: Use of Authentic Material. Indian Chronicle. ISSN 23-21-0818
    • Ray, Anubha (2015). Authentic Text and Context in Reading and Writing, The Criterion. ISSN-0976-8165
    • Ray, Anubha (2012) Literature as a Tool in the Communicative Language Syllabus, Indian Journal, Sidhhant- A Journal of Decision Making. ISSN- 2231-0649
    • Ray, Anubha (2011). Counselling: A Key Tool for Today’s Managers. IJECBS. ISSN- 2230-8849
    • Ray, Anubha (2011). Female Characters in the Novels of F. Scott Fitzgerald. Labyrinth- An International Journal for Post-modern Studies. ISSN-0976-0814
  • Research in Progress
    • Hybrid Learning
    • Digital Story-telling
    • Employability Skills
  • Books and Book Chapters

    Book

    • Ray, Anubha (2017). Women in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s Novels: The Voice Unheard. Authors Press, New Delhi. ISBN- 978-93-87281-240.
      Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.in/Women-F-Scott-Fitzgeralds-Novels/dp/B07DH6R6FR

    Book Chapter

    • Ray, Anubha (2012). Listening as Aesthetic Communication. Soft Skills: Key to Professional Excellence. Himalayan Publication
    • Ray, Anubha. (2017). Reflective Practice of Teachers: A Study of ESL Teachers. Studies in Management. ISBN 978-93-82885-93-1.
  • Editorial Positions and Reviews
    • Editor of the book Language, Literature and Diversity, published by Excel India Publisher, New Delhi, 2020. ISBN-9789389947205
    • Member, Editorial Board of JELT (Journal of English Language Teaching), a peer reviewed indexed journal
  • Conference and Seminar Presentations
    • Presented a research paper on Digital Story-telling in Higher Education: Creating Stories From Gender & Culture Studies, organized by Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute & EFLU, Hyderabad on 9-12 March, 2021
    • Presented a paper on Embedding Employability Skills across the Course Curriculum: Teachers Perception & Preferred Approach, International Conference on “Global Trends in Business Practices and Management Education, 24-25 January 2020.
    • Presented a paper on Persuasive Communication Skills for Agri-Business Management: A Study in the Context of Odisha at the International Conference on Global Trends in Business Practices and Management Education, organised by BGU, 24-25 January 2020.
    • Presented a paper on “Communication Across the Curriculum: Teacher’s Perception and an Implementation Model” at the International Conference on Global Trends in Business Practices and Management Education, organised by BGU, 24-25 January 2020.
    • Participated in the Panel Discussion on Teaching & Learning of English in India: Challenges & Ways Forward, National Conference on “Language, Literature & Diversity”, BGU on 15 & 16 February, 2019
    • Presented a paper on Autobiographical Framework and the Position of the Author: A Study on the First and Fourth Volume of Dr Harivansh Rai Bachchan’s Autobiography,, National Conference on “Translating India and Evaluating the Saraswati Samman Award Winning Authors/Texts” Researchers Association of Odisha, 18 November 2018.
    • Presented a paper on Linguistic Insecurities of English Teacher & its Impact on the Productive Skills of Students in Higher Secondary Education, National Conference on “Contemporary Issues in Management Research and Managerial Decision Making”, BGU, 6 January, 2018
    • Presented a paper on Degendering of Genderlect: A Case of Higher Education at the International Conference on “Gender & Management: Issues & Challenges”, BGU on 2-3 January 2016
    • Presented a paper on Use of Folktales in English Classroo, International Conference on “Folklore & Management Studies”, KIIT University on 26-27 December 2017
    • Presented a paper on Glocalization of Commonwealth Literature: Koshali Poet Shri Haladhar Nag, International Conference on “Language, Literature & Culture”, Institute of Advanced Studies in English, Pune, 15-17 December 2017
    • Presented a Paper on Communication Strength & Weakness in Teaching: Teacher’s Reflection’ National Seminar on “Educational Leadership”, IIT, Kharagpur, 1-3 June, 2015
    • Presented a paper on Use of Technology in Communication Class, National Seminar & 17th Annual Conference on ‘Statistics & Informatics for Smart Decisions: Issues & Challenges”, BIMTECH, Bhubaneswar, 23-25 February, 2015
    • Presented a paper on Use of Authentic Material in Teaching Communicative English, a UGC National Seminar on “Teaching Functional English to the Undergraduates: Challenges & Opportunities”, IGWC, Cuttack, 27-28 December, 2014.
    • Presented a Paper on Task-based Learning for Grammar in Communicative English Class: Both Means & Ends, International ElTAI Conference, Vivekananda Global University, Jaipur, Rajasthan 21-23 August, 2014.
    • Presented a paper on Teaching English in a Multi-lingual Class: Challenges & Opportunities, TEC International Conference on “English Language Teacher Education in a Diverse Environment”, British Council, Hyderabad, 16-18 May, 2013.
    • Presented a paper on Counselling: A Key Element for a Value-conscious Manager,International Conference on “Technology & Business Management”, SZABIST, Dubai, 28-31, March 2011.
    • Presented a paper titled Santhali Higher Education in Odisha: A Case Study of Revival and Growth, UGC National Seminar on “Quality Higher Education, Role of Stake-holders”, IGWC, Cuttack, 5-6 February, 2011
    • Presented a paper on Creating Interest and Creating Space: Integration of Literature in the Communicative Syllabus of the Technical Universities of Orissa, International Conference on “New Directions in English Studies: Cross-cultural Perspectives”, Osmania University Centre for International Studies in collaboration with Kansas State University, USA, 4-6 January, 2011.
    • Presented a paper on Creating Human Values & Ethics for Managers: Beyond Strategic Communication, International Conference on “Strategic Communication: Learning from Mistakes”, UPES, Dehradun, 4-5 November 2011
    • Presented a paper titled Aesthetic Communication– A Key Element in Interpersonal Communication in an International conference on Soft Skills- A Key To Professional Excellenc,Himalayan Institute of Management, H.P, 9-10 April 2010
    • Presented a paper on Counselling Communication Techniques for a Manager, National Conference & Eastern Regional Convention, ISTD on “Leveraging HR for Global Competitiveness”, RCM Bhubaneswar & ISTD, 23 April 2011
    • Presented a paper on Theories of Communication: A Cross-cultural Integration, National Seminar on “Interrogating Theory & Theorizing Text Across the World”, Researchers’ Associations, Orissa, 4-5 June, 2011
    • Presented a paper on Ethical Leadership and Ethical Communication-A Case Study of Narayan Murthy, an AICTE sponsored National Seminar on ‘Changing Corporate Leadership in the New Global Order’, C.V. Raman College of Engineering, Bhubaneswar, May 21-22, 2010
    • Presented a paper on Corporate Communication & Major Corporate Houses in Orissa, AICTE sponsored National Seminar on “Global Business Initiatives & Innovation”, GIM, Bhubaneswar, 23-24 January, 2009
  • MDP Sessions and Invited Lectures
    • MDP on ‘Leadership Communication’ during Open MDP on Leadership Programme
    • MDP on ‘Interpersonal Communication’ for the senior grade officers of Reserve Bank of India at Gopalpur, Odisha
    • Chaired a technical session on ‘Folktales in English Class’ at an International Conference at KIIT, University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha
    • Chaired a technical session on ‘Diversity in Literature’ at the National Conference at BGU
    • Invited Lecture in a Panel Discussion on ‘Management & AI’, during an International Student Exchange Visit, MMU, Malyasia
    • Delivered Lecture on ‘ Ethical Leadership & Ethical Communication’ at a National Conference at C.V Raman College, Bhubaneswar, Odisha
    • MDP on ‘Interpersonal Communication for Organisational Success’ for the senior grade officers of Reserve Bank of India at Gopalpur, Odisha
    • MDP Session on ‘Interpersonal Communication at Workplace’ for NEM Engineering Projects Pvt. Ltd, at BGU, Bhubaneswar, Odisha
    • Invited lecture on at State level Teachers’ Training by Rotary Club, Bhubaneswar, Odisha
    • MDP on ‘Organizational Communication’ for the senior grade officers of RBI at Puri, Odisha
    • MDP session on ‘Organizational Communication’ for the Engineers at Nalco, Anugul, Odisha
    • MDP sessions on ‘Written Communication at Workplace’ for OPTCL at CUTM, Odisha
  • Doctoral Supervision
    One scholar has been awarded with PhD degree in 2018 on English Language Teaching and Learning in Odisha
  • Professional Associations and Memberships
    • Life Member, Osmania University Centre for International Programme, (OUCIP) Osmania, Hyderabad
    • Member of ELTAI, India
    • Member, Rotary Club, Bhubaneswar