Research Cluster Overview

Research Cluster: Entrepreneurship and Resource Sustainability
Topic: Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Theme: Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Sustainability

The research cluster investigates the growing importance of innovation in entrepreneurship and its critical link to sustainability. The studies focus on how technological disruptions are leveraged by entrepreneurs to develop competitive, sustainable businesses. Research explores startup adaptability, sustainable practices, and innovation-driven approaches that enable resource mobilization and societal development. This work supports the UN SDGs (8, 9, and 12), emphasizing economic growth, innovation, and environmental stewardship. A mixed-method approach ensures comprehensive exploration, contributing to resilient and adaptable business ecosystems.

Expected Outcomes

• Develop an ecosystem for increased participation of students and faculties in research-related activities (BL6)
• Investigate cluster themes resulting in quality publications and research outcomes (BL6)
• Support research collaborations with other institutions (BL5)
• Organize seminars, conferences, and conclaves to exchange knowledge (BL5)

Current Projects

• Inclusive entrepreneurship
• Women entrepreneurship – innovative strategies
• Resource mobilization by startups using innovative strategies
• Growth challenges in family businesses
• Sustainable entrepreneurship
• Entrepreneurship ecosystem and innovations

Faculty Details & CVs

Lead Faculty: Dr. Kumar Mukul
Designation: Professor
Department: MBA
Location: Bangalore
Contact: 9538351718
Email: dr.kumar_mukul@cms.ac.in

Faculty Members:
Dr. Kumar Mukul — CV
Dr. Lubna Ambreen — CV
Dr. Vijayalakshmi P — CV
Prof. P K Thomas — CV
Dr. Trina Das — CV
Dr. Jaykumar Padmanabhan — CV

Collaborating Opportunities

Internal: To be explored
External: To be explored
Other Collaborations: To be explored