Dr Madhusmita Mishra

Dr. Madhusmita Mishra is a Management Professional with 35+ years of rich experience across academia, research, consulting and life coaching. A former Professor and long?standing Academic Counsellor & National Evaluator with IGNOU, she has guided thousands of learners and professionals toward informed educational and career decisions. Her strengths lie in deep listening, insightful assessment and practical guidance that help individuals discover their potential and design purposeful paths. A researcher, published author and award?winning writer, she brings a rare blend of analytical rigour, empathy and real?world experience to every counselling engagement.

Education & Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Political Communication — Utkal University
• M.Phil. in Political Science — Utkal University
• M.A. in Political Science — Utkal University
• UGC NET — JRF & SRF (Political Science & Government)
• PG Diploma in Distance Education (PGDDE), PG Diploma in Journalism & Mass Communication (PGJMC) & PG Diploma in Human Resource Management (PGDHRM) — IGNOU

Experience Highlights

• 35+ years spanning academia, research, consulting & life coaching
• Academic Counsellor & National Evaluator, IGNOU (1990–present)
• Former Professor, HRM & OB — ISBM, Bhubaneswar
• Senior Freelance Research Consultant (2010–2022); UGC Post Doc Research Associate (2004-08)
• Senior Project Manager — Marie Stopes International; Research Officer — Swedish Intl Development Cooperation Agency
• Former Lecturer — Utkal University & Government of Odisha

Achievements / Recognition (if a field exists)

• Bani Chitra Lifetime Achievement Award (2023) • Ganjam Zilla Lekhika Samukhya Achievement Award (2021) • Author of 18 books & 49 research articles, incl. Press & Political Socialization and Earth to Ether.