Dr. Kriyanka Moodley
Head of research
Dr Kriyanka Moodley brings extensive pedagogical, research and consulting expertise across leadership, marketing and management. With a post-doctoral qualification and more than a decade of combined Higher Education and industry experience, she is recognised for transforming academic and professional spaces.
Ms. Suveera Singh
Research Manager
Suveera Singh is a Research Manager at Regent Business School, where she oversees the research components of various Master’s and Honours programmes, with a strong emphasis on maintaining and enhancing research quality.
Professor Dhiru V Soni
Director for Research
Professor Dhiru V Soni is the Director for Research at REGENT Business School. Previously, he was the Head of Department of Geography and Environmental Studies and Deputy Vice Chancellor for Research at the erstwhile University of Durban Westville.
Dr Lorraine Rajagopaul
Senior Academic
Dr Lorraine Rajagopaul is an experienced scholar, research supervisor, and organisational development specialist with over 30 years in Higher Education. She is skilled in research ethics, postgraduate support, leadership, and strategic transformation, and is recognised for strengthening academic quality, developing researchers, and building institutional capacity. She also has extensive experience in business process reengineering, improving organisational efficiency and performance.
Ms. Nabeela Rachied
RESEARCH ACADEMIC
Nabeela Rachied is an esteemed researcher and academic, holding a Master’s degree in Social Sciences from the University of KwaZulu-Natal. In her professional role within the Research Department, Nabeela’s responsibilities encompass a range of academic functions.
Katlego Molokoe
Institutional Researcher
Ms. Fatima Lockhat
Research Officer
As a DBA Research & Community Engagement Lead at Regent Business School, I have successfully built partnerships with corporates, NGOs, and academic institutions, leading initiatives that enhance access to education, corporate social responsibility, and social innovation. My strengths lie in managing stakeholder relationships, implementing governance structures, and developing strategic frameworks that ensure transparency and long-term success.
Amanda Ndimande
Research Administrator
Ms. Amanda Ndimande is the DBA Administrative Officer ,she holds a Bachelor of Social Science Honours Degree in Public Policy and a Bachelor of Arts Degree majoring in Psychology ,Sociology both obtained from the University of KwaZulu-Natal (Howard College).
Ms. Kerusha Reddy
MBA Research
Kerusha Reddy is the research administrator with a Bachelor’s degree majoring in English and General Psychology from University of KwaZulu-Natal.
Ms Portia Ntshangase
Research Administrator
Portia Nthetha is an Honours Administrator with a Postgraduate qualification in Business Administration and is currently completing her MBA.
She has extensive experience in marketing and alumni engagement within the higher education sector.
Mr. Shuaib Moola
Research
Since 2024, DR Blom initiated the research department in which I was assigned to disseminate articles on various dynamic concepts under her mentorship. With the above in mind, My journey at RBS was enriching and that I have gained a well-rounded experiential learning within various spheres of the institution.