Dr. V Padmanabhan has nearly two decades of experience in the field of individual and group dynamics and organization development. With a strong passion for understanding the complexities of human behaviour within organizations, he specializes in conducting research and teaching in these areas.

Dr. Padmanabhan's research interests revolve around observing group processes as a phenomenon and their profound impact on team and organizational performance. His expertise includes gathering organizational stories and writing case studies that delve into the intricate processes at the self, interpersonal, and system levels. His insightful case studies have been published in esteemed platforms such as the Asian Business Case Center, GVV – Babson College, and Ivey Case Publishing.

In addition to his academic pursuits, Dr. Padmanabhan has an impressive consultancy portfolio, serving both public and private sector organizations. His consultancy work includes diagnosing organizational structure and design, developing vision and mission statements, structuring selection methods, conducting competency mapping, and performing role analysis for public sector organizations. Notable clients he has worked with include Konkan Railways and New Mangalore Port Trust.

Furthermore, Dr. Padmanabhan has conducted Management Development Programs (MDPs) for prestigious institutions such as the Naval War College, NPC, Goa Institute of Public Administration and Rural Development, Goa Shipyard Ltd, Metlife Global, Punjab National Bank, Directorate of Technical Education, Govt of Goa, New India Assurance Limited and various Government departments. These programs have catered to mid-level managers from the pharmaceutical industry and administrative heads, providing valuable insights and practical knowledge.

Dr. V Padmanabhan's expertise and his profound dedication to understanding and enhancing organizational dynamics make him a valuable resource for organizations seeking to optimize their performance and foster sustainable growth.

Courses taught: 

• Individual Dynamics (OB-I – core)
• Interpersonal and Group Behavior (OB-II -core)
• Organizational Structure and Design (core)
• Human Resources Management
• Organizational Development (elective)
• Competency Mapping (elective)
• Conflict Management (elective)
• Power & Politics (elective)

• Certified AON Job Evaluation Expert, AON HR Learning Centre
• Certified DiSC Trainer, International Certification
• Certified AON Assessment Ready, AON HR Learning Centre
• Certified Assessment Centre, TV. Rao Learning Systems PVT Ltd
• Certified HRD Audit, TV. Rao Learning Systems PVT Ltd
• Certified Competency Mapping and its effective deployment, TV. Rao Learning Systems PVT Ltd.
• Certified facilitator in Social, Emotional and Ethical Approaches from H.H. Dalai Lama’s Centre for Contemplative Science and Compassion-Based Ethics, Emory University, Atlanta. (Hybrid Mode)
• Transformative Teachers- U Program, The Dalai Lama Centre for Ethics and Transformative Values, MIT (In-person training at GIM)
• FIRO -B Certification to measure interpersonal needs and coaching team members

Other learnings:

• Completed 4 years of training in TA in Psychotherapy; Currently working on DTA (Diplomat in Transactional Analysis)
• Completed 135 hours of Coaching Professional Coaching Skills centered around Transactional Analysis (Part-I Diploma in Coaching) under Ms. Karen Pratt. Currently pursuing to achieve 100 hours of coaching practice;
• Completed TA in Organizational Development
• Completed Organisational Development Certification Program from ISABS

Consultancy

• Goa Chamber of Commerce: Competency Mapping for the roles
• Development Alternatives: Observer in Taragram Yatra; Policy document on zero-waste construction materials
• NABARD: Report on microfinance usage by women SHGs in North Goa
• Konkan Railways: HRD Audit
• New Mangalore Port Trust: Conducting assessment centre for the candidate selection process for mid-level managers
• Goa Institute of Management: Competency Mapping for the institutional administrative roles
• Goa Institute of Management: Competency Mapping and Designing the Students Assessment Centre for admission

Training

• Delhivery Limited: Outbound Team Building
• PowerGrid: Team Building: Being an Effective Team Player – Learning by Doing
• Colgate Palmolive: Storytelling for Leadership
• Petronet LNG: Appreciative Inquiry
• PNB MetLife: Leadership
• LIC: Conflict Management
• BPCL: Leadership
• Konkan Railways: Team Management
• Wells Fargo India: Systems Thinking
• Maersk India Centre: Emotional Well-being
• Goa Shipyard Ltd: Leadership
• Karnataka Bank: Appreciative Inquiry Summit
• Naval War College: Leadership Training Program for Group Captains
• GIPARS: Conflict Management

• Padhmanabhan, V., Khanna, K., & Sengupta, S. (2024). Interviewer Stress and Coping: Interpreting Admission Interview Experiences of Higher Education Faculty Members. Abhigyan, 42(2), 89-106.
• Barron Millar, E., Singhal, D., Vijayaraghavan, P., Seshadri, S., Smith, E., Dixon, P., ... & Sharma, A. N. (2021). Health anxiety, coping mechanisms and COVID 19: An Indian community sample at week 1 of lockdown. PLoS One, 16(4), e0250336.
• Vijayaraghavan, P., & SINGHAL, D. (2020). A descriptive study of Indian general public’s psychological responses during COVID-19 pandemic lockdown period in India.
• Singhal, D. (2020). Building Sustainability through emphasis on Scheme to Promote Vegetable cultivation: A Successful Case Study from Goa State Horticulture Corporation Ltd PRERANA: Journal of Management Thought & Practice, 12(1).
• Govindarajan, L., & Padhmanabhan, V. (2013). A Study on the Relationship Between Workgroup Process and Group Members' Satisfaction with Reference to Women's Self-Help Groups. IUP Journal of Organizational Behavior, 12(3).
• Singhal, D., & Padhmanabhan, V. (2008). A study on customer perception towards internet banking: Identifying major contributing factors. Journal of Nepalese Business Studies, 5(1), 101-111.
   

• Padhmanabhan, V. (2025). The BSNL Saga: Individual Volition vs. Systemic Coercion in Voluntary Retirement Schemes. VIKALPA, 50(1), 93.
  Vijayaraghavan, P., & Correa, F. S. (2023). Crisis leadership in Sigmoid Group: proactiveness for business continuity. Emerald Emerging Markets Case Studies, 13(4), 1-33.
• Kar, P. S., Padhmanabhan, V., Bhat, A., & Satija, A. (2021). Mahem Entertainment Society: strategic alternatives and change management. Emerald Emerging Markets Case Studies, 11(3), 1-26.
• Vijayaraghavan, P. (2021). Leadership Anxiety at PharmOrg. SAGE Publications: SAGE Business Cases Originals.
• Padhmanabhan, V. (2019–2020). A case of impulsiveness. Prerana – Journal of Management Thought and Practice.
• Padhmanabhan, V. (2018–2019). Can we build a positive workplace? Prerana – Journal of Management Thought and Practice.
• Padhmanabhan, V. (2017–2018). The leadership change at the Casino Blue Bell. Jaipuria Journal of International Management.
• Padhmanabhan, V. (2017–2018). A case study on the intervention for change: The GSHCL’s initiative. Prerana – Journal of Management Thought and Practice
• Padhmanabhan, V. (2014–2015). A neutral line to the state electricity board (A). GVV Case Study Collection, Babson College.
• Padhmanabhan, V. (2014–2015). A neutral line to the state electricity board (B). GVV Case Study Collection, Babson College.
• Padhmanabhan, V. (2012–2013). Internal competition: A curse for team performance. Ivey Publishing.
• Padhmanabhan, V. (2011–2012). Conflict management at TKC Consulting. Ivey Publishing.
• Padhmanabhan, V. (2010–2011). Dove Financial Services and CRM – Systems or people? Asian Business Case Centre, Nanyang School of Business, Singapore.
   

• Padhmanabhan, V., & Singhal, D. (2024–2025). Service-learning approaches for delivering responsible management education in India: A study on the Give Goa. In IMT-WIPRO Foundation.
• Vijayaraghavan, P., & Singhal, D. (2024). Towards developing responsible managers: Using art for social change. In Art and sustainability transitions in business and society: Theoretical insights and engagement (pp. 129–146). Cham: Springer International Publishing.
• Singhal, D., & Vijayaraghavan, P. (2023). Towards developing responsible managers: Goa Institute of Management's GiveGoa initiative. In Community engagement in higher education (pp. 167–180). Routledge India.
• Padhmanabhan, V. (2021–2022). Going beyond business: Leading with empathy. Orient Blackswan. (Awaiting print)
• Padhmanabhan, V. (2012–2013). Conflict management at TKC Consulting. In Cases in Leadership (3rd ed.). SAGE Publications & Richard Ivey School of Business.
   

• Singhal, D., & Padhmanabhan, V. (2023–2024). At society's service: Business impact. BGA Magazine, 19.
• Khanna, K., Padhmanabhan, V., & Sengupta, S. (2023–2024). Feeling the pressure. Ambition, 72.