BENGALURU — Marking a major milestone in doctoral research and cybersecurity innovation, ISBR Business School announced the successful completion of the Final Public Viva Voce Examination of Mr. Vinson Jos Kunnankada (Reg. No. FPM18–2021) on September 07, 2026, at its Electronics City campus in Bengaluru. Following his successful defense, the Doctoral Committee recommended awarding him the Fellow in Management, an AICTE-approved doctoral-level degree.
FPM Final Public Viva Voce: Event Overview
| Parameter | Details |
| Academic Programme | Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) |
| Scholar & Registration | Mr. Vinson Jos Kunnankada (FPM18–2021) |
| Milestone Event | Final Public Viva Voce Examination |
| Date & Venue | September 07, 2026 | ISBR Business School, Electronics City, Bengaluru |
| Research Title | Emerging Technologies and Cybersecurity Threats in Startup Ecosystems: A Multi-Sectoral Assessment and Framework Development |
| Research Guide & Chairperson | Dr. Anand Shankar Raja M (Associate Professor, ISBR Business School) |
| External Examiner | Dr. S. B. Anil Kumar |
| Degree Recommended | Fellow in Management (AICTE-Approved Doctoral Level Degree) |
Key Highlights of the FPM Final Public Viva Voce
1. Research Scope & Key Findings
The study, titled “Emerging Technologies and Cybersecurity Threats in Startup Ecosystems: A Multi-Sectoral Assessment and Framework Development,” makes a significant contribution to the fields of Emerging Technologies, Cybersecurity, Startup Ecosystems, and Strategic Management. The research provides empirical insights and a comprehensive multi-sectoral framework to help early-stage ventures mitigate digital risks while leveraging emerging technologies.
2. Comprehensive Defense & Rigorous Evaluation
During the defense, Mr. Vinson Jos Kunnankada presented his research objectives, theoretical foundations, methodology, findings, conclusions, and proposed framework. He satisfactorily addressed the questions, observations, and critical inputs raised by the Doctoral Committee and attendees, demonstrating strong conceptual understanding, methodological competence, and research expertise.
3. Doctoral Examination Committee
The defense was evaluated by a committee of academic leaders and research faculty:
- Dr. Anand Shankar Raja M – Chairperson & Research Guide (Associate Professor, ISBR Business School)
- Dr. S. B. Anil Kumar – External Examiner
- Dr. K. S. Anandaram – Senior Director, ISBR Business School
- Dr. M. R. Jhansi Rani – Director – Research Centre, ISBR Business School
- Dr. Veena Shenoy – RAC Member 1, ISBR Business School
- Dr. Preeti Garg – RAC Member 2, ISBR Business School
Recommendation for AICTE-Approved Doctoral Degree
Based on the successful Viva Voce defense and the high quality of the research, the Doctoral Committee recommended awarding the Fellow in Management, an AICTE-approved doctoral-level degree, to Mr. Vinson Jos Kunnankada. This achievement highlights ISBR Business School’s commitment to advancing impactful, technology-driven research in strategic management and cybersecurity.
