Dr. Veena Rao
Professor
Department of Design (DOD), Manipal
Qualification: M.Sc. Textiles and Clothing,
PhD
Current Academic Role & Responsibilities
Led curriculum revision and academic planning to align programmes with evolving industry and academic requirements. Strategically planned infrastructure and budgeting to support the department’s growth and academic needs. Facilitated procurement of industry-standard resources, including equipment, peripherals, software and digital tools.
Enabled access to trend forecasting databases, strengthening industry relevance and contemporary design education. Spearheaded the introduction of Micro-credentials, expanding opportunities for skill-based and industry-oriented learning. Led the annual development and procurement of Convocation Regalia, overseeing product development from concept to execution.
Subjects Currently Teaching
| Subject | Semester / Year |
|---|---|
| Fashion Studio | I, I |
| History of Costumes | III, II |
| Design Dissertation | VI, III |
| Research Methodology | VII, IV |
| Fabrics for Interiors | VI, III |
Academic Qualifications
| Degree | Specialisation | Institute | yearOfPassing |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Sc | Textiles and Clothing | AVINASHILINGAM DEEMED UNIVERSITY | 2000 |
| PhD | Fashion Management | MANIPAL UNIVERSITY | 2002 |
| 2020 |
Experience
| Institution / Organisation | Designation | Tenure |
|---|---|---|
| Mangalore Institute of Fashion Technology | Served as lecturer and Principal | 2001-2004 |
| Sikkim Manipal University – DDE | Assistant Professor | 2004-20011 |
| Department of Design, Manipal School of Architecture and Planning, MAHE, Karnataka, India | Currently Professor and Head | 2011 to present |