Economics

Name
Dr Neethu S.Arrakal

Address:

W/O Tenshon C.J.

Chemmanoor House

Perakam, 680506

Chavakkad(Via)

Contact Nos:
9995124888
Email:
neethuarrakal@littleflowercollege.edu.in
Profile
 PhD holder in Economics(2017) who had graduated from Little Flower Collge,Guruvayur in 2002 and post graduated from Dr John Mathai Centre, Aranattukara in the year 2004.
Educatinal Qualification

MA Economics, PhD

Work Experience
17 Years 6 Months
Area of Interest
Women Entrepreneurship, Macro Economics,  Development Economics, International Trade
Research Projects
  •  A Study on the Entrepreneurial Development of Women in Thrissur District of Kerala(Ph D Thesis) 



           



Paper Presented

Research Presentations

  1. Performance & Growth Prospects of Steel Industry in India
    22/02/2023, St. Joseph’s College, Irinjalakkuda, Kerala
  2. A Study on Customer’s Attitude Towards Online Shopping in India and Its Impact: With Special Reference to Kerala
    06/08/2019, St. Mary’s College, Thrissur,Kerala
  3. Impact of Climate Change on Agriculture in India – An Analysis
    15/02/2019, MES Asmabi College, P. Vemballur,Kerala
  4. An Appraisal of Impact of Rupee Depreciation on Trade Balance in India
    08/02/2019, Little Flower College, Guruvayur,Kerala
  5. Entrepreneurship Profile of MSME’s and Its Contribution Towards GDP Growth in India with Special Reference to MSMEs in Thrissur District of Kerala
    16/02/2018, B.K. Shroff College of Arts & M.H. Shroff College of Commerce, Mumbai
  6. An Analysis of Recent Trends & Scenario of Poverty in India with Special Reference to Kerala
    23/12/2017, Smt. Parameshwaridevi Durgadutt Tibrewala Lions Juhu College of Arts, Commerce & Science, Mumbai
  7. Impact of Demonetization on GDP Growth & Black Money in India
    21/12/2017, MES Asmabi College, P. Vemballur, Kerala
  8. An Analysis of Women Empowerment in Kerala Through Literacy Rate & Employment Level
    15/12/2016, Government College, Kodanchery, Kerala
  9. A Study on Entrepreneurial Development of Women in Thrissur District of Kerala
    23/07/2016, Vivekananda College, Madurai,Tamil Nadu
  10. Women Entrepreneurs in India: Socio-Economic Profile and Challenges & Problems Faced by Them in Thrissur District
    18/08/2015, Little Flower College, Guruvayur,Kerala
Paper Published


Research Publications

  1. Performance & Growth Prospects of Steel Industry in India
    Indian Economy @75
    Shanlax Publ, Dec 2023
    ISBN: 978-81-19337-34-7
  2. Customer’s Attitude Towards Online Shopping in India with Special Reference to Kerala
    Erudition
    Turn Books Publ, March 2020
    ISBN: 978-93-87709-35-5
  3. Does Kerala Favor Differently Abled Persons?
    Erudition
    Turn Books Publ, March 2022
    ISBN: 978-93-87709-82-9
  4. Impact of Covid-19 on Higher Education Scenario of Kerala
    Covid & Coexistence
    Shanlax Publ, Dec 2020
    ISBN: 978-93-90082-95-7
  5. Impact of Climate Change on Agriculture in India – An Analysis
    Journal of Interdisciplinary Cycle Research
    Sep 2019
    ISSN: 0022-1945
  6. An Appraisal of Impact of Rupee Depreciation on Trade Balance in India
    The International Journal of Analytical and Experimental Modal Analysis
    Aug 2019
    ISSN: 0886-9367
  7. Impact of Demonetization on GDP Growth and Black Money in India
    International Journal of Research and Analytical Reviews
    Jul-Sep, 2018
    ISSN: 2349-5138
  8. Women Entrepreneurs in India: Socio-Economic Profile and Problems Faced by Them in Thrissur District of Kerala
    International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research Review
    Aug 2018
    ISSN: 2395-1877
  9. Entrepreneurship Profile of MSME’s and Its Contribution Towards GDP Growth in India with Special Reference to MSMEs in Thrissur District of Kerala
    International Scholarly Research Journal for Interdisciplinary Studies
    Jan-Feb 2018
    ISSN: 2278-8808
  10. An Appraisal of Recent Trends and Scenario of Poverty in India with Special Reference to Kerala
    Chronicle of Humanities and Cultural Studies
    Feb 2018
    ISSN: 2454-5503
  11. An Analysis of Women Empowerment in Kerala through Literacy Rate and Employment Level
    25 Years of Economic Reforms in India: Development vs Dispossession
    2017
    ISBN: 978-81-931411-3-7
  12. Emerging Scenario of Entrepreneurial Development in Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Kerala
    Shanlax International Journal of Economics
    Dec 2016
    ISSN: 2319-961X
Orientation/References/shortterm courses Attended
  • Induction/Orientation Programme: Successfully completed a four-week Induction/Orientation Programme for "Faculty in Universities/Colleges/Institutes of Higher Education" from June 4 to July 1, 2020. This programme was organized by the Teaching Learning Centre at Ramanujan College, University of Delhi, and was sponsored by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) under the Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission on Teachers & Teaching.


    Short-Term Course on Virtual Learning Environment: Participated in a one-week National-level short-term course on “Virtual Learning Environment” held online from May 18 to May 24, 2020. This course was organized by A.P.A. College of Arts and Culture, Palani, in collaboration with Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (C-36569).


    International Faculty Development Programme: Engaged in an International Faculty Development Programme titled “Digital Teaching and Learning Environment,” which was organized by the Department of B.Com and B.Com (Accounting and Finance) at Pillai College of Arts, Science & Commerce, Mumbai, in association with the Mumbai University and College Teachers’ Association (MUCTA), conducted from May 11 to May 13, 2020.


    National Workshop on Flipped Classroom Learning Tools: Attended a two-day National-level workshop on Flipped Classroom Learning Tools, conducted online on May 15 and May 16, 2020. This workshop was organized by A.P.A. College of Arts and Culture, Palani, in partnership with Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (C-36569).


    Course on COVID-19 Infection Control: Completed the course titled "Let's Break the Chain of COVID-19 Infection," organized by Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine & Health Sciences, UAE.


  • Workshop on Research Methodology: Participated in a three-day National Workshop on “Research Methodology: Statistical Techniques & Data Analysis using MS Excel” held from May 18 to May 20, 2020. The workshop was organized by Tilak College of Science & Commerce, Mumbai.


  • Faculty Enrichment Programme on National Education Policy 2020: Successfully completed a five-day Faculty Enrichment Programme focused on the National Education Policy 2020, organized by the Department of History in association with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) at Little Flower College, Guruvayoor, from November 9 to November 13, 2020.


  • Online Faculty Development Programme on Behavioral Economics: Attended a five-day online Faculty Development Programme on Behavioral Economics, organized by St. Berchmans College, Changanacherry, in association with the Kerala State Higher Education Council (KSHEC), from August 22 to August 26, 2020.


  • UGC-Sponsored Refresher Course: Completed a two-week UGC-sponsored Refresher Course in Development Studies at the University of Calicut, from August 1 to August 14, 2023.

  • Invited Talks
  • Invited Talk on Communicative Skill Enhancement: Delivered an invited talk on "Communicative Skill Enhancement Training, 'Spoke Smith'" at Little Flower College, Guruvayoor, on August 26, 2020.

  • Resource Person for Online Training Session on Public Speaking: Served as a resource person for an online training session on "Public Speaking Skills," organized by the Department of Economics, St. Mary's College, Thrissur, on September 23, 2020.

  • Workshop on Brochure Design: Conducted a workshop on "Brochure Design," organized by the Department of Economics, St. Joseph’s College, Irinjalakkuda, on August 24, 2021


  • Seminar/Workshops/Conferences Attended
    1. International Seminar: Participated in the TISAC-19 International Seminar organized by Marian Research Centre for Advanced Research in collaboration with the Departments of Biotechnology and Social Work at St. Mary’s College, Thrissur.

    2. International Conference: Attended the International Conference on “Climate Change Resilience: Views from Economics and Environment” at MES Asmabi College, P. Vemballur.

    3. National Seminar: Engaged in the National Seminar on “India’s Current Economic Scenario: Prospects and Challenges” at Little Flower College, Guruvayoor.

    4. Faculty Development Programme: Participated in a Faculty Development Programme at Little Flower College, Guruvayoor.

    5. Interdisciplinary National Conference: Attended the Interdisciplinary National Conference on “Economics, Banking-Finance & Social Sciences: 2018” at B.K. Shroff College of Arts & M.H. Shroff College of Commerce, Mumbai.

    6. National Workshop: Participated in a three-day National Workshop on “Research Methods and Data Analysis for Social Sciences” at St. Joseph’s College, Irinjalakkuda.

    7. ICSSR Sponsored National Seminar: Attended a two-day ICSSR-sponsored National Seminar on “Contemporary Social Issues of Indian Society” at Smt. Parameshwaridevi Durgadutt Tibrewala Lions Juhu College of Arts, Commerce & Science, Mumbai.

    8. KSHEC Sponsored International Conference: Participated in the KSHEC-sponsored International Conference on “Changing Financial Scenario in India” at MES Asmabi College, P. Vemballur.

    9. Directorate of Collegiate Education Sponsored National Seminar: Engaged in the National Seminar on “25 Years of Economic Reforms in India: Development vs. Dispossession” at Government College, Kodanchery, sponsored by the Directorate of Collegiate Education.

    10. UGC Sponsored National Seminar: Attended a UGC-sponsored National Seminar on “Turning India’s Demographic Challenge to Youth Dividend” at Little Flower College, Guruvayoor.

    11. Research Colloquium: Participated in a Research Colloquium at Vivekananda College, Madurai.

    12. State Seminar: Attended a two-day State Seminar on “Development Issues of Indian Economy” at Dr. John Mathai Centre, Aranattukara.

    13. Webinar on Outcome-Based Education: Engaged in a webinar on Outcome-Based Education, jointly organized by St. Thomas College (Autonomous), Thrissur, and the Kerala State Higher Education Council on May 13, 2020.

    14. International e-Conference: Participated in the International e-Conference on “Aatma Nirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India) – Opportunities and Challenges,” organized by the Department of Commerce, Deva Nagri College, Meerut, on May 30, 2020.

    15. National Webinar on Research Skills: Attended an online National Webinar entitled “Smart Tools for Enhancing Research Skills” on May 28, 2020, jointly organized by the Department of Library, Matru Sewa Sangh Institute of Social Work, Nagpur, and several other institutions.

    16. Webinar on Economic Reality of COVID-19: Engaged in the webinar on “Economic Reality of the COVID-19 Pandemic,” organized by the Department of Economics, Kishinchand Chellaram College, HSNC University, Mumbai, from May 13-15, 2020.

    17. National Webinar on Media Production: Participated in the National Webinar on “From Classrooms to Studio Centre: How to Set up Media Production Centres at Educational Institutions,” organized by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell, Malabar College of Advanced Studies, Vengara, on May 31, 2020.

    18. International Webinar on Qualitative Research: Attended the International Webinar on “Towards Excellence in Qualitative Research in Social Science,” organized by Tamil Nadu Open University in association with Meston College of Education, Chennai, on May 28, 2020.

    19. International Webinar on Economic Reforms: Participated in the International Webinar on “Aatmanirbhar Bharat: A Dawn of New Economic Reforms,” organized by Anna Leela College of Commerce & Economics in association with MUCTA on May 23, 2020.

    20. National Webinar on COVID-19 and Economic Impact: Engaged in the National Webinar on “Impact of COVID-19 on 3 T’s: Prospects and Challenges,” organized by the Department of Commerce, Morning Star Home Science College, Angamaly, Kerala, on May 23, 2020.

    21. National Webinar on Financial Management: Participated in the National Webinar session entitled “Managing Your Finances & Investments During COVID-19,” conducted on May 16, 2020, in collaboration with Bharata Mata College of Commerce and Arts, Choondy, Aluva, and Finmark Trainers India Pvt Ltd.

    22. Webinar on Effective Teaching Pedagogy: Attended an online webinar on “Effective Teaching Pedagogy,” organized by the Department of Economics, Stella Maris College, Chennai, on May 14, 2020.

    23. National Webinar on E-Content Development: Engaged in the One-Day National Webinar on “Effective Ways to Develop E-Content,” organized by Smt. Devkiba Mohansinhji Chauhan College of Commerce and Science (Affiliated to University of Mumbai) on May 9, 2020.

    24. Webinar on Indian Economy: Participated in the webinar on “Indian Economy: Navigating Tough Times,” organized by the Department of Commerce, Sri Aurobindo College, University of Delhi, under the aegis of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell, on May 7, 2020.

    25. Webinar on COVID-19 and Macroeconomic Uncertainty: Engaged in the webinar on “COVID-19 & Macroeconomic Uncertainty: Fiscal & Monetary Response,” organized by the Department of Economics, St. Paul’s College, Kalamassery, on May 6, 2020.

    26. Webinar on Gamification Tools: Participated in the webinar on “Gamification Tools in Teaching,” organized by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell, St. Xavier’s College for Women, Aluva, on May 7, 2020.

    27. National Level Webinar on Migrant Issues: Attended the National Level Webinar on “Back to Where I Belong: Migrants Betwixt Lockdown and COVID-19 Pandemic,” organized by Smt. K.G. Mittal College of Arts & Commerce on May 25, 2020.

    28. Multidisciplinary Webinar on Ornamental Fishes: Engaged in the Multi-Disciplinary Intercourse entitled “Indigenous Ornamental Fishes of Kolelands,” hosted by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell, Little Flower College, Guruvayoor, on October 31, 2020.

    29. National Webinar on Mixed Methods Research: Participated in the National Webinar on “Mixed Methods Research in Social Sciences,” organized by the Postgraduate Department of Economics in association with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell, SVR NSS College, Vazhoor, on August 24, 2020.

    30. International Webinar on Economic Development: Attended the One-Day International Webinar on “Economic Development in India: Different Perspectives,” jointly organized by the Department of Economics and Internal Quality Assurance Cell, Christ College, Irinjalakkuda, on October 21, 2020.

    31. National Webinar on COVID-19 and MSMEs: Engaged in the National Webinar on “Impact of COVID-19 on Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises,” organized by the Department of Commerce, Commerce CA & Business Administration on November 6, 2020.

    32. National Webinar on Research Methods in Economics: Participated in the National Webinar on “Research Methods for Beginners in Economics,” jointly organized by the Department of Economics, St. Joseph’s College (Autonomous), Irinjalakkuda, and the Department of Economics, Sacred Heart College, Chalakudy, on December 24, 2020.

    33. International Webinar on Publishing in A and A Star Journals: Attended the International Webinar on “The Art of Publishing in A and A Star Ranked Journals,” organized by the Department of Economics in collaboration with the Research Cell, St. Joseph’s College (Autonomous), Irinjalakkuda, on December 15, 2020.

    34. Webinar on Research Methodology: Participated in the webinar on “Research Methodology for Social Sciences,” organized by the Department of Economics, Vimala College, Thrissur, on August 5, 2020.

    35. National Webinar Series on Post-COVID-19 World: Engaged in the National Webinar Series on “Economics of Pandemic: Adopting Emerging Technologies in Post-COVID-19 World,” organized by the Department of Economics, MES Asmabi College, P. Vemballur, on August 19, 2020.

    36. International Webinar on Teaching and Learning during COVID-19: Attended the International Webinar ‘Ambiance Virtuelle’ on “Unlocking Ways to Continue Teaching and Learning in the COVID-19 Scenario,” held from August 1-7, 2020, organized by Mount Tabor Training College, Pathanapuram, in collaboration with the Department of Education, University of Kerala.

    37. International Webinar on Global Economy and COVID-19: Participated in the One-Day International Webinar on “Impact of COVID-19 on Global Economy,” organized by the Department of Economics, Christ College, Irinjalakkuda, in association with the Indian Economic Association on August 7, 2020.

    38. Webinar Series on Employment Generation and Growth: Engaged in the Webinar Series by Dr. Veeramani C (Professor, IGIDR) on “Employment Generation and Growth through Exports in Network Products,” held on August 26, 2020, conducted by the Postgraduate and Research Department of Economics, Zamorin's Guruvayoorappan College, in association with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell.

    39. Webinar Series on Growth vs. Sustainability: Participated in the Webinar Series by Dr. Jeena T.S. (CESS, Hyderabad) on “Growth versus Sustainability: A Discussion in the Context of the Pandemic,” held on August 22, 2020, conducted by the Postgraduate and Research Department of Economics, Zamorin's Guruvayoorappan College, in association with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell.

    40. Webinar on Gender Economics: Attended the webinar on “Economics of Gender & Gender of Economics,” organized by the Department of Economics, Sacred Heart College, Chalakkudy, in association with the Department of Women’s Studies, University of Calicut, on September 8, 2020.

    41. International Webinar on Business Environment: Engaged in the One-Day International Webinar on “New Business Environment - Challenges, Opportunities, and Strategies,” organized by the Department of Economics, Christ College, Irinjalakkuda, on September 15, 2020.

    42. National Webinar on COVID-19 Impact on Indian Economy: Participated in the National Webinar on “Impact of COVID-19 on the Transforming Indian Economy,” held on January 12-13, 2021, organized by the Department of Economics, Dr. John Mathai Centre, Aranattukara.

    43. International Webinar on Global Business Environment: Attended the International Webinar on “Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Global Business Environment,” organized by the Department of Economics, Vimala College, Thrissur, on January 14, 2021.





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