program structure.

Post-Doctoral research is academic research carried by Doctoral Scholars who have completed their doctoral studies. Postdoctoral fellows can retrieve some of the suitable resources in their areas of interest and will help them in building collaborative relations with universities & institutions. Following are some the available Post-Doctoral Degree Programs.

The Doctor of Science (D.Sc.), Doctor of Literature (D.Litt.) and Doctor of Laws (LL.D.) are the highest post-doctoral degrees of Azteca University.

• Doctor of Sciences, (D.Sc.) Degree in the disciplines of Science, Engineering, Technology and other related areas;
• Doctor of Letters (D.Litt. / Litt.D.) Degree in the disciplines of Business, Humanities, Social Sciences, Design, Creative Arts and other related areas;
• Doctor of Laws, (LL.D.) Degree in the discipline of Law and other related areas to a candidate whose work and research have made distinct contributions to the advancement of knowledge.

This is a Off-campus Research Program where the scholars are assessed through their dissertation and research publications in reputed international journals. The total credits are divided among research synopsis, publications and dissertation.

Following are the generic top-level program requirements:

• Acceptable and relevant Topic of Research
• Research Synopsis
• Research Seminars
• Research Publications 
• Dissertation (and its defense)

❚ Research Supervisor

Post Doctoral Research Supervisor will be a senior Researcher with a Doctoral or Post Doctoral Degree and experience of Supervising minimum 8 Reseachers at Doctoral level. The Supervisor will guide the Post Doctoral Researcher to develop their Post-Doctoral Research Thesis. All the submissions from the Researcher will be first examined by the Supervisor before uploading on the portal. GradXs panel of Mentors have many qualified and eligible Supervisors to act as a Post Doctoral Research Supervisor. 

❚ Research Review Committee

The Post-Doctoral Programs are meant for deserving Researchers who are willing to contribute to the academia or the industry through their academic contributions and research frameworks. All their submissions are reviewed by a Review committee before being accepted as a partial requirement. Review Committee is the Post-Doctoral Committee with more than one members.

eligibility.

A candidate who is awarded Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in the disciplines of Science, Engineering, Technology and other related areas by Azteca University or degree recognized equivalent thereto from any other university may present his/her candidacy for the degree of Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) provided he/she must have:

Done post-doctoral work in Science, Engineering, Technology and other related areas for a minimum period of 2 years and have published 10 research papers or indexed journals as first or corresponding author.

Or

Post Ph.D. experience of more than 2 years in Science, Engineering, Technology and other related areas, 2 patents (at least 1 international patent) in relevant discipline and his/her research work and efforts should have national and international recognition and have made a distinct contribution to the society and advancement of knowledge.

Or

Post Ph.D. experience of more than 2 years in Science, Engineering, Technology and other related areas, at least three recommendations/ referrals of his research or contribution from nationally/ internationally recognized experts in the concerned field and his/her work and effort which should have made a distinct contribution to the society and advancement of knowledge.

Eligibility for D.Litt.

A candidate who is awarded Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in the disciplines of Business, Humanities, Social Sciences, Design, Creative Arts and other related areas by Azteca University or degree recognized equivalent thereto from any other University may present his/her candidacy for the Doctor of Literature (D.Litt.) provided that he/she:

Done post-doctoral work in Business, Humanities, Social Sciences, Design, Creative Arts and other related areas for a minimum period of 2 years and has published 10 research papers in Scopus indexed journals as first author or corresponding author.     

Or

Post Ph.D. experience of more than 2 years in Business, Humanities, Social Sciences, Design, Creative Arts and other related areas, at least three recommendations/ referrals of his research/ contribution from nationally/ internationally recognized experts of concerned field and his/her work and efforts has made distinct contributions to the society and advancement of knowledge.

Eligibility for LL.D.

A candidate who is awarded Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in the discipline of Law and related areas by this Azteca University or degree recognized equivalent thereto from any other University may present his/her candidacy for the Doctor of Laws (LL.D.) provided that he/she has: 

Minimum 2 years post Ph.D. teaching experience and has published 10 research papers indexed journals as first author or corresponding author.

Or

Have post Ph.D. experience of more than 2 years in the discipline of law and related areas, at least three recommendations/referrals of his work or contribution from nationally/internationally recognized experts of concerned field and his/her work and efforts has made distinct contributions to the society in the field of law.

Acceptance Policies

1. Other than in exceptional circumstances, a candidate for the Degree of D.Sc. / D.Litt./ or LL.D.  shall be a graduate of Universidad Azteca or a recognized university. 
2. No candidate shall present himself or herself for the D.Sc. / D.Litt./ or LL.D.  until at least eight years after graduation to his or her first undergraduate degree. 
3. The Degrees of D.Sc. / D.Litt./ or LL.D. shall be awarded for an original contribution (or contributions) of special excellence to linguistics, literary, philosophical, social or historical knowledge. 
4. The Degree shall be awarded only on work, whether sole or conjoint, published in book form or in scholarly journals in general circulation. 
5. No work shall be considered for the Degree if the work, or major portion thereof, has previously formed the basis of an award of any degree or diploma in this or any other university.
6. A candidate shall make application in writing to be examined, and such application, accompanied by the Post-Doctoral Tuition Fees, together with:
   • Thesis Proposal to be examined and approved
     and 
   • A statutory declaration which shall: 
     • State the extent to which the work is the candidate’s own, and (in the case of a conjoint work) identify as clearly as possible which parts are the candidate’s own 
       and 
     • State what portion (if any) of the work submitted has been previously presented for a degree or diploma of Universidad Azteca or any other university, 
       and 
     • declare that the work in substantially its present form has not been previously accepted for the award of a degree or diploma in this or any other university and is  not being concurrently submitted for a degree or diploma in any other university. 

mentors.

GradXs boasts its network of highly qualified and distinguished mentors from around the world. These mentors are assigned to the research students as their supervisors (for students opting for a GradXs-Assigned Mentor) who guide the students throughout their research. The student and supervisor then work together to bring out the maximal outcome of the research.

Dr. Bongani Ngwenya

Chief Research Mentor & South Africa Representative

Mentor ID: RM0005

Dr. Bongani Ngwenya is the GradXs Global Education-South Africa representative and Chief Research Mentor. Bongani Ngwenya has a PhD in Business Mana… read more

Dr. Anubha Shrivastava

Director (Finance, Accounts & Assessment)

Mentor ID: RM0051

Dr. Anubha has over 15 years of experience in Finance and General Management. She is the head of academic assessment as well as F & A. Along with men… read more

Dr. Pemmaraju R. K. Rao

Head of Research Support

Mentor ID: RM0028

Dr. Rao has an industry experience of more than 35 years, with a lot of involvement in coordination of academic programs. He eventually took up acade… read more

Dr. Stephen T. Odonkor

Research Mentor & West Africa Representative

Mentor ID: RM0012

Dr. Stephen T. Odonkor is a Fulbright scholar. He is senior lecturer, management consultant and a seasoned curriculum developer. Dr. Odonkor has a st… read more

Dr. Sankaran Venkataramani

Mentor ID: RM0062

Dr. Sankaran V has around 27+ years of rich industry experience in the field of Strategic Quality management, process improvement and Voice of custom… read more

Dr. Bishnujee Singh

Mentor ID: RM0013

Honored with Fellow Award of Royal Aeronautical Society, London for outstanding contribution to Aerospace Industry by one of the Foremost British Roy… read more

Dr. Kofi Ameyaw Kwakye

Mentor ID: RM0024

An eminent academic professional of Environmental science, pollution and related areas Dr. Kofi Kwakye has research interest as a doctoral supervisor… read more

Dr. Ruchika Agarwal

Mentor ID: RM0026

Dr. Ruchika Agarwal holds a Doctorate Degree in Management and Master’s Degree in economics from University of Mumbai. She is a Post graduate in Mana… read more

Dr. Beena Nair

Mentor ID: RM0081

An alumnus of IIM Mumbai and a proven researcher with quality publications and teaching experience at post graduate level.

Dr. Jyoti Madhav Munde

Mentor ID: RM0047

Dr. Jyoti Munde is an Assistant Professor with 11 yrs of teaching experience in Management Institutes of Aurangabad (M.S), India. She is currently as… read more

Dr. Kavita Rajashri

Mentor ID: RM0010

Dr. Rajashri is a Professor and Associate Dean in Research Analytics & Operations with over 25 years of experience in Teaching, Research, Consulting … read more

Dr. Zin Ko Ko

Mentor ID: RM0083

An eminent author, edupreneur and researcher with teaching and supervisory experience , Dr. Zin is associated with GradXs as a Senior Research Mentor

Dr. Saumendra Mohanty

Mentor ID: RM0019

Dr. Saumendra Mohanty has over 30 years of rich experience in Technology MNC Companies in Leadership Positions and 4 years in Academics Teaching and… read more

Dr. Annie Mampilly

Mentor ID: RM0052

With a Doctorate degree in Law, perfection, poise, timeliness and working with minimal supervision together forms the edifice of her character & car… read more

Dr. Deephand Dhankher

Mentor ID: RM0044

Dr. Deepchand is a Naval veteran presently serving as an Assistant Professor of Seamanship at Tolani Maritime Institute, Pune, India. Previously, he … read more

Dr. Eric Amankwa

Mentor ID: RM0067

Over ten (10) years of interdisciplinary research experience with demonstrated abilities in conducting innovative research in ICT and Computer Scienc… read more

Dr. Girish S Bagale

Mentor ID: RM0071

An eminent academic professional with about 50 Research Papers and several book chapters published. He has joined GradXs global network of mentors to… read more

Dr. Emmanuel G. K. Duncan

Mentor ID: RM0025

Dr. Emmanuel G. K. Duncan is a Chartered Accountant by profession and a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana. He holds a first d… read more

Dr. Emmanuel Numapau Gyamfi

Mentor ID: RM0022

Dr. Emmanuel is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Accounting and Finance at GIMPA. He obtained a PhD in Statistics from the University of Venda … read more

Dr. Ravi Reosekar

Mentor ID: RM0058

An Associate Professor of a renowned institute, Dr. Ravi is very keen in contributing to research for which he is an adjunct Research Mentor at GradX… read more

Dr. Lawrence Wahua

Mentor ID: RM0053

An enthusiastic researcher and teacher with a good number of academic publications Dr. Lawrence is associated with GradXs as a Research Mentor to sup… read more

Dr. Emer Tucay Quezon

Mentor ID: RM0018

Dr. Emer Tucay Quezon is a Filipino postgraduate professor at a renowned technical institution of Philippines. After 22 long years of working in the … read more

Dr. Dimithri Jayagoda

Mentor ID: RM0031

Dr. Dimithri Devinda Jayagoda has completed his Ph.D. from the Graduate School of Asia Pacific Studies at Ritsumikan Asia Pacific University (APU) – … read more

Dr. Ebenezer Ato Ewusie

Mentor ID: RM0021

Dr. Jagdish K

Mentor ID: RM0011

Dr. Jagdish K is a former scientist of the Indian Space and Research Organization (ISRO), where he worked as the Geomatics Solutions Scientist for Na… read more

Dr. Chetana Asbe

Mentor ID: RM0007

Dr. Chetana Asbe holds a post graduate degree in Financial Management and Commerce from the University of Mumbai. She has also pursued CFA from ICFAI… read more

Dr. Kojo Kakra Twum

Mentor ID: RM0066

Dr. Kojo Twum, a Lecturer in a University College has keen interest in Research initiatives of GradXs and has joined as an active research mentor. Th… read more

Dr. R. Manju Shree

Mentor ID: RM0056

Dr. R. Manju Shree is a Professor of Management in an Ethiopian University with good number of research publications and awards in her name. She has … read more

Dr. Ravichandran Ramasamy

Mentor ID: RM0065

A Cyber Compliance Practitioner with a Doctorate Degree in Cyber Security Dr. Ramasamy is keen in supporting research initiatives of GradXs and joine… read more

Dr. Rajeev Joshi

Accomplished, 20+ years of career in Engineering Management, People/Resource Management and Project Management in oil & Gas Refinery, Petrochemical a… read more

Dr. Ramesh Patil

Mentor ID: RM0064

Professional Trainer and Counselor, Teacher and Guide in Science, Education and Management Dr. Ramesh is interested in research and research educatio… read more

Dr. Rajashekara N.

Mentor ID: RM0035

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research support.

GradXs conducts interactive online sessions on a regular basis on key research topics so that the research students can get benefited from the immense expertise of our Mentors. The students also get a chance to clarify their doubts with the mentors.

GradXs also enables the students with a discussion forum on its portal, where students can engage with the mentors as well as with other students for academic discussions.

Following are glimpses of some of the sessions conducted by GradXs:

Statistical Tests in Research

Dr. Saumendra Mohanty (RM0019)

Article Writing (Doctoral Level) and Publication in Journals

Dr. Bongani Ngwenya (RM0005)

Data Analysis and Presentation in a Doctoral Dissertation (Theory and Practice)

Dr. Bongani Ngwenya (RM0005)

Ethical Issues in Research

Dr. Sasmita Singh (RM0029)

Literature Review in Research

Dr. Ruchika Agarwal (RM0026)

Relevance of Statistics in Research

Dr. Rajashri (RM0010)

Quantitative Research Methods

Dr. Saumendra Mohanty (RM0019)

Theoretical and Conceptual Framework of Research

Dr. Bongani Ngwenya (RM0005)