| SRM Institute of Science and Technology
Ramapuram |
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| Title of the Event: | SMARTPLS FOR BEGINNERS: AN INTERACTIVE RESEARCH WORKSHOP |
| Date: | 08.07.2025 |
| Time: | 1.30 pm to 3.30 pm |
| Venue: | Offline, East Block: 110 |
| Total Attendees: | 40 |
| Name of the Resource Person/ Guest (if any): | Dr. T. Mahesh Kumar
Assistant Professor School of Commerce Finance and Accountancy CHRIST (Deemed to be University) Pune Lavasa Campus |
| Profile of the Speaker
Dr. T. Mahesh Kumar is an esteemed academician and researcher, currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the School of Commerce, Finance and Accountancy, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus. With a strong foundation in finance, quantitative research, and statistical Modeling, Dr. Kumar brings a wealth of expertise in Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), SmartPLS, and multivariate analysis techniques. He has actively contributed to academia through publications in peer-reviewed journals, participation in national and international conferences, and mentorship of postgraduate research scholars. Dr. Kumar is known for his engaging teaching style and practical approach to statistical tools, making complex concepts accessible to students and early-career researchers. His areas of interest include financial analytics, research methodology, behavioural finance, and the application of advanced statistical software like SmartPLS and AMOS in business research. Through his workshops and training programs, Dr. Kumar has empowered many young researchers to adopt data-driven approaches in their academic and professional work. In this workshop, Dr. Kumar leverages his rich academic and research experience to provide hands-on training in SmartPLS, ensuring participants gain both theoretical insights and practical competence in applying PLS-SEM in their research endeavors.
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| Event Mode: | Offline, East Block:110 |
| Incharges: | Organizing Secretary
Dr.T.V. Ambuli, Head Department of Commerce,
Convenor Dr.R. Vijayalakshmi, Assistant Professor, Dr.C.Sahila, Associate Professor |
| Objective of the Event | |
| To equip participants—especially early-career researchers, graduate students, and academics—with fundamental knowledge and practical skills in using SmartPLS software for Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), enabling them to design, analyze, and interpret quantitative research models with confidence and competence. | |
RESOURCE PERSON DETAILS
Dr. T. Mahesh Kumar
Assistant Professor
School of Commerce Finance and Accountancy
CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Pune Lavasa Campus
SUMMARY OF THE EVENT
Dr.C. Sahila, Associate Professor, Department of Commerce delivered the welcome address. In her speech she warmly greeted the gathering and extended a heartfelt welcome to the guest. Dr. Dr.T. Mahesh Kumar. She expressed her appreciation to Dr.T. Mahesh Kumar for accepting the invitation to share his valuable insights.
SESSION REPORT
The session aimed to enhance the research skills of faculty members, scholars, and postgraduate students by providing valuable guidance to introduce participants to the fundamentals of Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) using SmartPLS software. The session was led by the esteemed Dr. Dr. T. Mahesh Kumar, who brought his vast academic experience and publication expertise to the platform. The session aimed to demystify complex quantitative analysis techniques and promote confidence in applying PLS-SEM for empirical research.
- Introduction to SEM and PLS-SEM – The facilitator explained the difference between CB-SEM and PLS-SEM and when to use each.
- Overview of SmartPLS Software – Installation, interface walkthrough, and project setup.
- Model Building – Participants learned how to create measurement and structural models.
- Data Input and Validation – Instructions on importing data and checking for reliability and validity (Cronbach’s Alpha, CR, AVE, etc.).
- Running the Model – Demonstrated path Modeling, bootstrapping, and interpreting output (path coefficients, R², t-values).
- Q&A and Case Practice – Interactive Q&A and live practice with sample research data.
The session was highly interactive, with participants actively engaging in Q&A and discussion. The workshop successfully fulfilled its objective of equipping beginners with foundational knowledge and hands-on experience in SmartPLS. It served as a stepping stone for participants to confidently apply quantitative modeling in their research.
VOTE OF THANKS
Dr.R.Vijayalakshmi, Assistant Professor, Department of Commerce proposed the vote of thanks, expressing her sincere gratitude to Dr.T.Mahesh Kumar for delivering, engaging and insightful session on research SMARTPLS tool. She acknowledged the valuable knowledge shared and the impact it will have on future initiatives in the tech space.
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