Curriculum Vitae

DR. RAJENTHYRAN A/L AYAVOO

Senior Lecturer
  • Department of Management & Marketing
    Faculty of Business and Economics
  • rajenthyran.ayavoo
  • +603-79673638

BIOGRAPHY

Dr. Rajenthyran Ayavoo is a senior lecturer in the Department of Management and Marketing at Universiti Malaya's Faculty of Business and Economics. With an extensive academic and industry background, he is highly regarded for his expertise in business management, particularly in the areas of technology, innovation, sustainability, and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices.

Dr. Raj holds a Ph.D. in Business Management from Alliance Manchester Business School, University of Manchester, UK, where his research concentrated on Technology Capabilities and Innovation Collaboration. His broad research portfolio spans technology transfer, inter-organizational collaboration, knowledge management, entrepreneurship, green innovation, sustainability, and collaborative R&D across technology and service industries.

As an HRD Corp certified trainer, Dr. Raj has delivered training programs for both private companies and government agencies, including prominent organizations such as Infineon Technologies, Panasonic Malaysia, KWSP (Employees Provident Fund), and Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad. His deep expertise in technology management, innovation strategies, ESG practices, and business financing has positioned him as a trusted advisor for organizations looking to enhance their competitiveness in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.

Dr. Raj’s reputation as an expert has also led to consulting roles with international and national agencies, including the Economic Planning Unit (EPU), Ministry of Economy, Institute for Capital Market Research Malaysia (ICMR), United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), and Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). These roles demonstrate his significant influence in shaping policies and strategies that promote sustainable growth and innovation.

With over six years of industry experience working for major Malaysian financial institutions such as Eon Bank, Hong Leong Bank, AmBank, and CIMB Bank, Dr. Raj has a wealth of practical experience in areas like personal financing, SME financing, mortgages, and business loans. This hands-on industry experience complements his academic knowledge, enabling him to effectively bridge theoretical concepts with real-world applications.

As a Doctoral Fellow at the Manchester Institute of Innovation Research (MIoIR), Dr. Raj continues to contribute to leading research in innovation and technology management. His blend of academic rigor, industry experience, and consulting expertise makes him a respected figure in business management, particularly in the areas of sustainability, ESG, and innovation-driven collaboration.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

  • TECHNOLOGICAL CAPABILITY, INNOVATION, COLLABORATION, STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT, KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT, MIXED METHODS

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION

  • PhD (Business & Management), (BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT)
    University of Manchester, United Kingdom
  • MBA (HR), (BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION)
    Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)
  • BIBM (Hons), (INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT)
    Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM)

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

  • Task Force Member
    04 Jul 2022 - 03 Jul 2025 (Department of Management & Marketing, Faculty of Business and Economics)
  • TASK FORCE MEMBERS OF STUDENT MOBILITY PROGRAM (INBOUND AND OUTBOUND)
    14 Jul 2021 - present (Faculty)
  • Task Force Member
    18 Oct 2022 - 17 Oct 2023 (University Malaya)
  • Task Force Member
    07 Sep 2022 - 07 Sep 2023 (University Malaya)
  • TASK FORCE MEMBER OF OPEN AND DISTANCE LEARNING (ODL) - FOR MASTER OF MANAGEMENT (MM)
    03 Sep 2021 - 03 Sep 2023 (Faculty)
  • Coordinator
    27 Jul 2021 - 27 Jul 2023 (Faculty)
  • Coordinator
    27 Jul 2021 - 27 Jul 2023 (University Malaya)
  • Task Force Member
    26 Sep 2022 - 26 Mar 2023 (University Malaya)
  • Committee Members
    18 May 2022 - 18 May 2022 (University Malaya)
  • Committee Members
    18 May 2022 - 18 May 2022 (University Malaya)

MEMBERSHIPS

  • MEMBERSHIP OF THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ENGINEERS (IAENG), MEMBER
    Since 2023 (International)

AWARD AND STEWARDSHIP

  • GENERAL ACHIEVEMENTS
    The University of Manchester, Associate Fellow UK Higher Education Academy (HEA) certification , 2018 (University)
  • DISTINGUISH FELLOWSHIP
    The University of Manchester, Alliance Manchester Business School (AMBS), Postgraduate Studentship Award, 2015 (University)

PUBLICATIONS

Article in Journal
WoS
  1. Andy, Anbalagi; Idris, Aida; Ayavoo, Rajenthyran (2024). Location Attractiveness in the New Norm: A Systematic Review, SAGE OPEN. 14(3). doi:10.1177/21582440241281036
  2. Yang, Feifei; Ayavoo, Rajenthyran; Ab Aziz, Norazlin (2023). Exploring Students' Push and Pull Motivations to Visit Rural Educational Tourism Sites in China, SUSTAINABILITY. 15(20). doi:10.3390/su152014739
  3. Ode, Egena; Ayavoo, Rajenthyran (2020). The mediating role of knowledge application in the relationship between knowledge management practices and firm innovation, JOURNAL OF INNOVATION & KNOWLEDGE. 5(3), 209-217. doi:10.1016/j.jik.2019.08.002
Article in Proceeding
  1. C. Senthilpari, K. Diwakar, Deivasigamani, P. Velrajkumar and R. Ayavoo, "Power Efficiency Top-Down ALU for Error Correction and Detection Circuit," 2022 3rd International Conference on Communication, Computing and Industry 4.0 (C2I4), Bangalore, India, 2022, pp. 1-6, doi: 10.1109/C2I456876.2022.10051607.
Other Publications
  1. Chandran, V. G. R., et al. (2024), Harmonisation of R&D and C&I Ecosystem in Malaysia: Decoding the Ecosystem for Effective Transformation of the Malaysian Economy, Ministry of Ecoonmy Malaysia. - Technical Report

RESEARCH PROJECT

National
  1. 2023 - 2026, Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS)
    Developing Green Innovation Strategy Framework For Sustainable Innovation: Case Of Malaysian Manufacturing Firms ( Principal Investigator(PI))
  2. 2022 - 2024, Others MOHE - Top 100 (IIRG)-SAH
    WP4: Understanding Women?s Narratives and Strengthening Women?s Participation and Empowerment in Economic Development ( Co-Researcher)
University
  1. 2024 - 2025, University Grant
    ESG and Sustainability in Malaysia: Navigating the Challenges and Opportunities Ahead ( Co-Researcher)
  2. 2022 - 2024, University Grant - Managed by SWRC
    The Effects Of Psychosocial Factors On Retirement Planning And Decision Making Among Malaysian ( Principal Investigator(PI))
  3. 2023 - 2024, University Grant
    Game On! Exploring The Impact Of Gamification On Stickiness And Habit Formation In Mobile Food Ordering Apps ( Co-Researcher)
  4. 2023 - 2024, University Grant
    Industry 4.0 Technologies Usefulness And Capabilities Development For Innovation: Evaluating The Role Of Innovation Collaboration In Malaysian Manufacturing Firms ( Principal Investigator(PI))
  5. 2023 - 2024, University Grant
    Building The Future Of Industry: Technology Development And Innovation In Malaysia ( Co-Researcher)

CONSULTANCY PROJECT

  • Harmonisation of R&D and C&I Ecosystem in Malaysia Decoding The Ecosystem for Effective Transformation of The Malaysia Economy, Ministry of Economy
    31 Oct 2023 - 30 Apr 2024 (National)

PAPER PRESENTED

INVITED SPEAKER
  1. Doing Business in Malaysia Challenges and Benefits, Mobility Inbound (Short-Term) Programme University of Wollongong, Australia, Faculty of Business and Economics (International) (10 Jul 2023 - 10 Jul 2023)
  2. Digital Economy: Communication and Start-Up Basics , SHORT-TERM MOBILITY PROGRAM 2022 for Indonesia and Nigeria Students, Faculty of Business and Economics (FBE), University Malaya (UM) (International) (08 Oct 2022 - 08 Oct 2022)
ORAL PRESENTER
  1. Technological capability and inter-organizational collaboration in an emerging economy., Triple Helix Conference , The University of Manchester (International) (04 Sep 2018 - 08 Sep 2018)
  2. What drive innovation in tourism industries of an emerging economy?, Service Innovation in Emerging Economies Conference, Loughborough University (International) (25 Jan 2017 - 26 Jan 2017)
  3. Technological capability development in an emerging economy., DRUID Academy Conference 2016, Economics and Management of Innovation, Technology and Organizations, University of Bordeaux, France. (International) (13 Jan 2016 - 15 Jan 2016)
  4. The effect of inter-organizational collaboration on the development of organizational capabilities of firms: evidence from Malaysia., Manchester Business School (MBS) Doctoral Conference at The University of Manchester , Manchester Business School (MBS) (University) (11 May 2015 - 12 May 2015)

ACADEMIC/PROF. SERVICES

Evaluation
  1. (2023) Internal Assessor for Master Research Project Management and Marketing Department- Ling Kuok Yong 17004464/3, University, (Internal Examiner)
  2. (2023) Internal Assessor for Master Research Project Management and Marketing Department- Lim Jee Ken S2026374/1, University, (Internal Assessor)
  3. (2023) Internal Assessor for Zhang Xinyuan 17221473/1 - Phd Colloquium – Management and Marketing Department, University, (Internal Assessor)
  4. (2022) Internal Assessor for Ti Lian Lin (S2008410/1) - AEI Student, University, (Internal Examiner)
  5. (2022) Internal Assessor of Cd for Rong Zhou S2112397/1, University, (Internal Examiner)
  6. (2022) Internal Assessor for Xiaoyu Liu (S2033252/1) - AEI Student, University, (Internal Examiner)
  7. (2022) Internal Assessor for Master Research Project Hajar Binti Mohamed Shahrin 17201694/1, University, (Internal Examiner)
  8. (2022) Internal Assessor for Master Research Project Mohd Faisal Bin Mohd Rosli 17198884/1, University, (Internal Examiner)
  9. (2022) Internal Assessor for Yucui Zhang (S2024655/1) - AEI Student, University, (Internal Examiner)
  10. (2022) Internal Assessor for Weng Yangcui (17220653/1) AEI Student, University, (Internal Examiner)
  11. (2022) Internal Assessor for Master Research Project Kayalvile a/P Embashakaran (17202649/1), University, (Internal Examiner)
  12. (2022) Internal Assessor of Cd for Natalia Inani Norsalehe (17219835/1), University, (Internal Examiner)
  13. (2022) Internal Assessor of Cd for Li Bailu S2019946/1, University, (Internal Examiner)
Contribution to external organisation
  1. (2022) Mydigital Educators Program Under Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia (Mohe), National, (Resource Person)
Contribution to event
  1. (2023) Discussant in Consultation Meeting, National, (Panelist/Moderator)
Media appearance
  1. (2023) Perspective: Budget 2023 (Bernama Tv), National, (Interview)
  2. (2023) Membina Skor Kredit Yang Bank Untuk Anak Muda (Bernama Radio), National, (Interview)
  3. (2023) Bina Skor Kredit Untuk Anak Muda (Bernama Tv), National, (Interview)
  4. (2023) Hutang & Belia: Tio Bins Skor Kredit Yang Bain, National, (Interview)

SUPERVISION

Postgraduate Student
  1. (2024) Research on the Mode of Sustainable Innovation of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises under COVID-19, YILUN ZHANG
  2. (2024) AN IMPORTANT FACTOR FOR SUCCESSFUL M&A - SHARED SERVICES STRUCTURE, YUNGUANG HE
  3. (2024) Assessing The Effects Of Industry 4.0 On The Performance Output Of Manufacturing Firms Concerning Open Innovation And Value Creation​, ADITYA ANAND LANJEWAR
  4. (2024) An Empirical Analysis of the Relationship between Unofficial Staff Welfare and Corporate Sustainable Development, HONG HAN
  5. (2023) IMPACT OF IT CAPABILITIES ON BUSINESS OR PUBLIC PERFORMANCE, JIANG YUJIE
  6. (2023) Mediating roles of Employee Motivation and Employee Engagement between Gamification elements and Employee Job Performance in TNB Customer Service Employees, ZAITUN BINTI UDARI
  7. (2023) Location Attractiveness of Shared Services Hubs: The Role of Innovation Capability and ICT Infrastructure, ANBALAGI A/P ANDY
  8. (2022) Anti Money Laundering in investment Banks in Malaysia, ARULANANTHAN A/L NANCHAPPAN

TEACHING

Master
  1. (2022) CQC7035 - Services Management
  2. (2022) CQD7013 - Strategic Management and Planning
  3. (2021) CQC7035 - Services Management
Bachelor
  1. (2022) CIX2005 - Entrepreneurship
  2. (2022) CIB3006 - Service Management
  3. (2022) CIB3002 - Strategic Management
  4. (2021) CIX2005 - Entrepreneurship
  5. (2021) CIB3003 - International Business Management
  6. (2021) CIB3006 - Service Management
  7. (2021) CIB3003 - International Business Management
  8. (2021) CIB3006 - Service Management
  9. (2021) CIX2005 - Entrepreneurship
  10. (2020) CIB3006 - Service Management

COURSE ATTENDED

Internal / External Course
INTERNAL COURSE- ORGANIZED BY PTJ
  1. HRD CORP TRAIN THE TRAINER CERTIFICATION PROGRAM, Universiti Malaya (01 Nov 2023 - 05 Nov 2023)