Dr. Aftab Haider Rizvi

Dr. Aftab Haider Rizvi

Designation : Professor

Specialization Subject: Business Analytics

Email ID : aftab.rizvi@dypatil.edu

OVERVIEW

Dr. Aftab H. Rizvi, a distinguished academician and researcher, is currently a Professor of Business Analytics at Vijay Patil School of Management (VPSM), DY Patil (Deemed to be) University, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Dr. Rizvi has an impressive academic background, with a Ph.D. in Operations Research, an M.Sc. in Operations Research from Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), and a P.G. Diploma in Quality Management from Lucknow University (L.U.).

He brings over 23 years of experience in academia, having served as a Professor at the School of Business, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Dubai Campus, UAE, for fourteen years. During his tenure at MAHE, he held notable positions, including Area Chair of Business Analytics and Deputy Registrar-Evaluation/Controller of Examination from April 2014 to March 2017. He has also served as an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Integrated Learning in Management (IILM), New Delhi, India, and the Institute of Management Studies (IMS), Dehradun, India. Additionally, he has contributed as an adjunct professor at various reputed institutes and universities.

Dr. Rizvi's extensive teaching repertoire covers various courses, such as Business Analytics, Marketing Analytics, H.R. Analytics, Statistics for Managers, and Business Research Methods. His dedication to education and research has significantly impacted his students and the academic community.

Dr. Aftab H. Rizvi is an illustrious academician renowned for his extensive contributions to Ph.D. supervision and thesis evaluation. He has served as a thesis advisor for four Ph.D. students at The University of Salford, The Crescent, Salford, Manchester (Greater Manchester), U.K., one Ph.D. student at AIMA-AMU, Aligarh, UP, India, and as a research mentor for eight additional Ph.D. students. Dr. Rizvi's scholarly work includes eight papers published in reputed journals and numerous conference research proceedings.

He authored teaching notes on quantitative techniques and modern statistical approaches in 2003, serving as valuable study materials. He has also reviewed significant academic books such as "Statistics for Management" by G.C. BERI and "Researching Business and Management" by Maylor & Blackmon, solidifying his role as a leading expert.

Dr. Aftab H. Rizvi is an esteemed member of the Indian Science Congress (Life Membership No. L10462) and the Indian Society for Quality (ISQ, Life Membership No. LM/ISQ/057). Dr. Rizvi has completed seventeen courses from prestigious online platforms, including HBS Online, Coursera, UDEMY, and EdX, demonstrating a solid commitment to professional development. Additionally, he has organized and conducted impactful leadership development programs and leadership and entrepreneurship development programs, underscoring his dedication to fostering future leaders and enhancing managerial competencies in business analytics.

RESEARCH

Research Interests:

My research primarily focuses on service quality within higher education, examining the dynamics between student expectations and perceptions to enhance educational services. I am also deeply engaged in Total Quality Management (TQM) principles, striving to implement and improve quality standards in academic institutions. Additionally, I explore the development and effectiveness of suggestion systems to foster continuous improvement and innovation. My broader interests include general management practices, aiming to integrate strategic management techniques to optimize organizational performance and achieve excellence.

Research Papers- Journal

Critical success factors for employee suggestion schemes: a literature review (2016), International Journal of Organizational Analysis, Vol. 24 Issue: 2, pp.315-339. [with F.Lasrado, M.Arif, C.Urdzik]
An Exploratory Analysis of Marketing Elements and Brand Equity in the UAE FMCG Category (2016), Jindal Journal of Business Research. Sage Publications, doi:10.1177/2278682115593436. [with M.Shariq, B.M.Khan]
The determinants for sustainability of an employee suggestion system (2015), International Journal of Quality & Reliability Management, Vol. 32 Iss: 2, pp.182 – 210. [with F.Lasrado, M. Arif ]
Employee suggestion scheme sustainability excellence model and linking organizational learning: Cases in United Arab Emirates (2015) ", International Journal of Organizational Analysis, Vol. 23 Iss: 3, pp.425 – 455. [with F.Lasrado, M.Arif]
Assessing sustainability of Employee Suggestion Schemes: Cases from the United Arab Emirates (2014), International Journal of Advanced Quality Management, Vol 1, pp 40-64. [with F.Lasrado, M. Arif]
Employee Suggestion System Assessment Model: The Best Practice Scenarios, Journal of Strategic Human Resource Management (2014), Volume 3 Issue 2. [with F. Lasrado, M. Arif]
Skill development in Multimedia Based Learning Environment in Higher Education: An Operational Model (2012), International Journal of Information and Communication Technology Research, Volume 2 No. 11, November 2012, ISSN 2223-4985, pp 820-828. [with M I Jawid Nazir, R. V Pujeri]
Perspectives on Free/Open Source Software (F/OSS) by Academic and Corporate Sectors in the United Arab Emirates (UAE): An Investigation (2011)," International Journal of Management and Development, Vol. 9, December 2011, pp 94 – 101. [with V.L.Akre]

Conference Research Proceedings

Standardization or Adaption of Marketing- Mix? Evidence Drawn from FMCG MNCs in UAE (2016), 27th IBIMA Conference Milan, Italy, 4 - 5 May 2016. [S. Khan]
Analysis of factors affecting the online shopping behavior of consumers in UAE," Current Trends in Information Technology (CTIT) (2013), International Conference on, vol., no., pp.220,225, 11-12 Dec. 2013, IEEE Xplore. [Devkishin, K.Raj, V.L.Akre]
Application of AHP in Estimating Importance of OSS Usability Factors," International Conference on Technology and Business Management (2013), American University in Emirates, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, March 18 – 20, 2013, pp 707 – 716, available online at www.icmis.net/ictbm/ictbm13/proceedings/pdf/D3191-done.pdf, Best paper award. [V.L.Akre, M. Arif]
Facial Analysis for the Scope of the Recognition using Half Face (2012), IEEE SCES Conference in MNNIT, 2012, INDIA. [Q.M.Rizvi, H.Ahmad]
Developer Perspectives on Free/Open Source Software (F/OSS) Development: A Pilot Study (2011), Proceedings of the 10th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC), 14th -September 15, 2011, Salford, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom, ISBN: 978-1-907842-17-7, pp 474-485. [V.L.Akre, M.Arif]
End-User Perspectives on Free/Open Source Software (F/OSS) Adoption: A Pilot Study (2011), Proceedings of the 10th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC), 14th -September 15, 2011, Salford, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom, ISBN: 978-1-907842-17-7, pp 486-495. [V.L.Akre, M.Arif]
Does Multimedia Based Instructional and Evaluation Process Improve the Performance of Undergraduate University Students in Skill Based Courses: A Case Study (2011), 10th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC 2011) University of Salford, U.K. ISBN: 978-1-907842-17-7, pp 451-462-Best paper award. [M I Jawid Nazir, R.V. Pujeri]
Factors influencing the consumers' intention to shop online (2011), April 7 2011, A National Level Conference on "Business Constancy & Strategic Expansion," Skyline University College, Sharjah, UAE. Best paper award. [S. Khan]
Perspectives on Free/Open Source Software (F/OSS) by Academic and Corporate Sectors in the United Arab Emirates: An Investigation (2011), Proceedings of the National Conference on Computing Trends & Issues for National Development, Mathura, India, March 11 - 12, 2011, pp 78 – 82. [V.L.Akre]
Role and importance of factors affecting the success of Total Quality Management (TQM): An Empirical Study (2010), 22-24 March 2010, 4th International Quality Congress Middle East, Hamdan Bin Mohammed e-University, Dubai, UAE. [F.Lasrado]
The Impact of Multimedia based learning among the Children with Special Needs in UAE: A Case Study (2010), International Conference on Interactive Computer Learning, Belgium, September 2010. [M.I.Jawid Nazir, R.V. Pujeri]
Role and importance of Factors affecting University Students' Performance in the Multimedia Based Learning Environment (2009), 2nd Annual Research Congress (KUARC – 2009), 2009, pp. 1–2. [M.I.Jawid Nazir, R.V. Pujeri]
Online Social Networks - An Interface Requirements Analysis (2009), Proceedings of the IEEE International Symposium on Signal Processing and I.T. (ISSPIT 2009), December 14-16, 2009, Ajman, UAE, pp 550-556, ISSN: 978-1-4244-5950-6/09. [V.L.Akre, M.Arif]
Status and Scope of Virtual Communities of Practices as Knowledge Sharing Platforms among Business Professionals: A Future Scenario (2009), Proceedings of the Business Technologies International Conference, 13-14 March 2009, Indore, India, pp 16-21. [V.L.Akre, M.Arif]
Role and Importance of Online Communities in Academic Life: An Empirical Investigation (2009), Proceedings of the 9th International Post Graduate Research Conference (IPGRC), 29th – 30th January 2009, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom, pp 570 – 583. [V.L.Akre, M.Arif]

TEACHING

Teaching Philosophy:

I always believe in creating an inclusive and engaging teaching & learning environment where students feel valued and motivated to reach their full potential. My teaching approach emphasizes critical thinking, practical application, and active participation, fostering a deep understanding of the subject. I strive to connect theoretical concepts with real-world examples, encouraging students to relate their learning to practical scenarios.

As a business analytics Professor, my teaching pedagogy shows students how data can assist decision-making, contribute to strategy development, and help an organization perform better. Practical problems, real-life business situations, and data-driven challenging activities are shared with students to help them think "beyond" their comfort zone to find the optimal solution. Similarly, the activities and class discussions I facilitate encourage students to connect the field of study and other disciplines. My core objective as a statistician is to promote data literacy to become curious and motivate students to develop their ability to read, work, utilize, and argue data differently. Continuous feedback and a supportive atmosphere are central to my philosophy, ensuring that each student receives the guidance and encouragement needed to succeed academically and professionally.

Details of the courses taught:

Business Analytics, Marketing Analytics, H.R. Analytics, Analytics and technology applications in management, Statistics for Managers, Business Statistics, Quantitative Methods, Quantitative Techniques, Business Research Methods, and Business Statistics.

EDUCATION

Ph.D. (Operations Research), Aligarh Muslim University, India
Post Graduate Diploma in Quality Management (PGDQM), Lucknow University, India
M.Sc. (Operations Research), Aligarh Muslim University, India
B.Sc. (Physics, Mathematics, and Statistics), Lucknow University, India