Kathmandu University School of Management(KUSOM)

Empowering Research Excellence at KUSOM!

The Research Degree Program of the School hosted an enriching session on “Tips for Getting Published in Academic Journals,” led by Prof. Gregory Chase, Associate Professor at the West Liberty University, USA.

Designed for faculty members and PhD scholars, the session offered practical insights into the academic publishing process—equipping participants with strategies to strengthen their research and enhance publication success.

Rural Enterprise Service (RES) | KUSOM MBA

Exploring grassroots agriculture—Mr.Samin Aryal, Ms.Nita Dhakal, Ms.Bibechana Shrestha, Mr.Sameer Adhikari, Mr.Niket Niraula, and Mr.Arjit Subedi from MBA Batch Fall 2024 conducted their RES in Lalbandi Municipality, Sarlahi.

Engaging with farmers across all 17 wards, the team explored local agricultural practices, key crops, and on-ground challenges, while also interacting with institutions such as the Oilseed Research Program (Telbali), Bagwani Kendra Lalbandi, and Krishi Aujar Anusandhan Kendra.

A meaningful experience connecting classroom learning with real agricultural ecosystems.

The School extends its warm congratulations to Associate Professor Dr. Khagendra Acharya on his reappointment as the Associate Dean, and to Associate Professor Dr. Roshee Lamichhane on her appointment as the Associate Dean.

We wish them both a successful and fulfilling tenure in their roles.

The School is pleased to share the publication of a book chapter titled “Invisible Enterprises: The Unrecognized Contribution of Home-Based Women Entrepreneurs in Nepal” by our MBE student Ms. Shradha Adhikari, co-authored with Mr. Krishna Khanal, former visiting faculty at the School.

The chapter is published by Springer Nature in the book titled “Business and Management in Asia: Opportunities and Entrepreneurship”, and highlights the often-overlooked contributions of home-based women entrepreneurs in Nepal.

The chapter can be assessed through the link below:
https://lnkd.in/gJK4c4eD

Link to the Book:
https://lnkd.in/gCtqSyCj

The School congratulates the authors on this achievement and wishes them continued success in their academic and professional journey.

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Deadline Tomorrow!

Call for Research Proposals – WTO Chairs Programme Nepal (KUSOM)

Researchers, academicians, students, and practitioners are invited to submit proposals for Research Grants 2026.

Focus Areas:
• Trade policy
• Digital transformation
• Climate & sustainable trade
• Gender inclusion
• Nepal’s LDC graduation transition

Deadline: April 15, 2026 (Tomorrow!)

🔗 Submit your proposal: https://forms.gle/eDgYx9rY2goPVLdu7
📄 More details: https://wcpnepal.ku.edu.np/

Don’t miss this opportunity—submit your proposal now!

Rural Enterprise Service (RES) | KUSOM MBA

From classroom to community—Ms.Bidhisha Karki, Mr.Dhiraj Karn, Ms.Surakshya Gajurel, Mr.Saugat Kafle, and Mr.Pratik Bhandari from MBA Batch Fall 2024 successfully completed their RES in Salyantar, Dhading, in collaboration with Dhading Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI).

Focusing on local strengths like Kalo Maas and Ghaiya Rice, the team worked with farmers and stakeholders to share practical insights on market linkage, branding, digital marketing, and supply chain improvements while also exploring tourism potential.

A strong example of management education creating real-world impact.

We are pleased to announce the publication of a research article titled “Evaluating Stakeholder Preferences for MBA Programs in Nepal Post-COVID-19: An Application of the Fuzzy Analytical Hierarchy Process (FAHP)" by Asst. Professor Sanjaya Pudasaini in the Decision Sciences Journal of Innovative Education.

The study explores what stakeholders value most in MBA programs in Nepal's post-pandemic landscape, from curriculum and teaching quality to employability outcomes and delivery formats. The findings provide evidence-based insights to guide the future design and reform of MBA education in Nepal.

This publication reflects KUSOM's ongoing commitment to rigorous, relevant research that informs academic practice and policy in management education.

Read the full paper: https://doi.org/10.1111/dsji.70021

We congratulate Asst. Professor Sanjaya Pudasaini on this scholarly achievement.

Evaluating stakeholder preferences for MBA programs in Nepal post‐COVID‐19: An application of the Fuzzy Analytical Hierarchy Process (FAHP) This study employs the Fuzzy Analytical Hierarchy Process (FAHP) to assess stakeholder preferences regarding MBA program attributes and delivery modes, specifically online versus on-site, in the post...

The School is delighted to welcome and host Prof. Gregory Chase from West Liberty University, USA, who is currently visiting Kathmandu University School of Management (KUSOM) under the U.S. Study Abroad Engagement Grant (SAEG).

During his visit, Prof. Chase is contributing to our MBA and MBE programs by delivering select sessions in Managerial Economics, offering students valuable global perspectives and applied insights.

We appreciate his time, expertise, and engagement, and look forward to strengthening academic collaboration and exchange between both institutions.

The EMBA & MBE 2026 Batch Orientation at Himalaya Drishya Resort, Dhulikhel, marked a powerful beginning for a cohort of experienced professionals as they stepped into the next phase of their leadership journey.

Vice Chancellor Prof. Achyut Wagle emphasized the importance of bringing real-world experience into the classroom and cultivating holistic thinking as future leaders. Dean Prof. Bijay K.C., while welcoming the cohort, reflected on the evolving global landscape—highlighting AI, shifting geopolitical dynamics, and the changing business environment that are shaping the roles of management and economics professionals. Associate Dean Assoc. Prof. Khagendra Acharya highlighted KUSOM’s core values, while Prof. Dr. Binod K. Shrestha led an engaging case analysis session that set the tone for rigorous, practice-oriented learning.

To add energy to the program, the MBE organizing team engaged participants in fun, interactive games, fostering early connections and a strong sense of community. Blending thoughtful dialogue, peer learning, and meaningful interaction, the orientation concluded with participants feeling energized, connected, and ready to navigate complexity with insight and purpose.

The Spring 2026 MBA Orientation at Himalaya Drishya Resort, Nagarkot—organized collectively by the MBA 2025 batches—set a vibrant and inspiring tone for the journey ahead.

Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Achyut Wagle challenged students with critical questions to sharpen their preparation as master’s students, while Dean Prof. Dr. Bijay K.C. highlighted the significance of the MBA experience. Prof. Dr. Binod K. Shrestha (HoD, Marketing & Entrepreneurship) emphasized the School's core values and graduate attributes. The program blended engaging icebreakers, team-building activities, and a case-based session by Asst. Prof. Sunanda Sharma and Nisha Adhikari, fostering collaboration and critical thinking. Alumnus Mr. Tarun Agrawal, a gold medalist and family business entrepreneur, shared practical insights, while the energy of senior batches through a lively welcome dance added to the experience. Students concluded the two-day orientation feeling inspired, connected, and ready to begin their transformative MBA journey.

The School expresses its deepest condolences to our alumnus, Mr. Manil Shrestha, and his family. May the departed soul rest in peace.

The School is pleased to share the publication of a research paper titled “Reporting good after doing good? Investigating the relationship between CSR performance and disclosure readability” by BBA Batch 2022 students Prajwal Bikram Thapa, Bipasha Chaudhary, Shruti Acharya, and Pranisha Acharya, along with Asst. Prof. Dr. Rajesh Sharma, in the Journal of Accounting in Emerging Economies (Scopus indexed Q1 Journal).

The paper examines the relationship between CSR performance and the readability of CSR disclosures among NIFTY 50 companies through the lens of institutional theory. The study, developed as part of the Basic Econometrics course, is supervised and co-authored by Asst. Prof. Dr. Rajesh Sharma. The School congratulates all the authors on this significant academic achievement and wishes them continued success in their future research and professional endeavors.

The paper can be accessed here:

Reporting good after doing good? Investigating the relationship between CSR performance and disclosure readability Purpose. The growing significance of corporate social responsibility (CSR) disclosures can be evident from the emphasis of recent regulatory changes regarding clarity and completeness of disclosure. This study aims to analyze the relationship between CSR performance and the readability of CSR disclo...