He is pursuing a doctorate in philosophy with a concentration on comparative and international education & Over 25 Years of Experience in Business DevelopmentWith a rich background in international business development, Somsuvra, also known as Som, specializes in business expansion (both horizontally and vertically) through partnerships, franchising, channeling, and establishing operations in new markets. He has over 20 years of expertise in the field of education, having worked in higher education, skill development, and vocational training.For various brands and organizations, Som has established over 130 franchisee outlets in more than 50 countries. Having worked in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kenya, India, and the Maldives, among other places, has given him an extensive understanding of a variety of markets.His doctoral dissertation on international and comparative education, which draws from his experience in the field of education as well as various educational systems and geographies (the US, UK, Europe, and Africa), will enhance his abilities as a driven educator and help his employers succeed.Additionally, Som has been a mentor to students from several universities who are interested in or have already chosen to pursue careers in international business development.Aside from education, he had a great career in the food and beverage industry (starting a restaurant business in the Maldives and offering wholesale distribution networks), and the ITeS sector (providing banking solutions, enterprise IT solutions, and service solutions).