Rahul Kumar | Business Ethics| Best Scholar Award

Mr. Rahul Kumar | Business Ethics | Best Scholar Award 

PhD Scholar at Indian Institute of Management | India 

Rahul Kumar is a strategist and sustainability expert with extensive experience in entrepreneurship, program management, and startup ecosystems. He holds a doctoral degree in strategic management and entrepreneurship and a master’s degree in environmental science and resource management. Over the years, he has worked with diverse organizations, including media platforms, sustainability consultancies, and industrial corporations, contributing to content strategy, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable business practices. His expertise spans market research, data analysis, ESG materiality assessment, and communication strategies, helping organizations align sustainability goals with business and regulatory needs. Rahul has authored and co-authored several research papers on sustainability, CSR, ESG, and carbon markets, which have been presented at international conferences and are under review in peer-reviewed journals. He has been a judge and reviewer for various academic and industry platforms and has contributed thought leadership articles to sustainability-focused publications. With a robust research portfolio of 355 citations by 307 documents, an h-index of 11, and authorship across 43 documents, he continues to drive knowledge advancement in sustainability and strategic management while building collaborative partnerships and innovative solutions for a greener future. His work reflects a deep commitment to environmental stewardship, effective communication, and transformative leadership across sectors.

Profile : Scopus 

Featured Publications:   

Kumar, R. (2025). Which ownership structure will sustain sustainability? An empirical examination of ESG disclosure. International Journal of Disclosure and Governance.

Kumar, R. (2025). Beyond greenwashing: How politics shapes firms’ ESG strategies and their financial fortunes. European Business Review.

Kumar, R. (2025). Metaverse advertising and promotional effectiveness: The route from immersion to joy. Decision Support Systems.