Rate My Professor Raj Gunesh

Dr. Raj Gunesh is an Instructor (Mauritius) within the Global Curtin portfolio at Curtin University. A seasoned educator and statistical consultant with more than 25 years of experience, he specializes in statistics, quantitative data analysis, and quantitative research methodologies. His academic journey began with a BSc in Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics, followed by a BSc (Hons) in Mathematical Statistics, both from the University of Durban-Westville (now the University of KwaZulu-Natal). While pursuing a BSc (Hons) in Actuarial Science at the University of Cape Town, he served as a Teaching Assistant in Statistics. Gunesh advanced his career as a full-time Junior Lecturer during his Master's in Mathematical Statistics at the University of Durban-Westville and held a part-time Lecturer position in Mathematics and Statistics at Damelin College. He earned his PhD in Statistics from the University of Durban-Westville and a Doctor of Education (DEd) in Educational Psychology from the University of the Western Cape through distance learning. His qualifications position him as an expert in statistical applications across academic and professional contexts.

Gunesh has delivered lectures for over 20 years at Charles Telfair Institute, now Curtin Mauritius, covering Mathematics, Statistics, Quantitative Techniques, and Internet Studies. Since July 2018, he has been a part-time Lecturer at Curtin University Australia, contributing to courses such as Linear Algebra (MATH1015). As Managing Director at Stat Consul and via his consultancy platform Cueboy's Den, he offers training and services in SPSS, questionnaire design, research methodology, and web design to prestigious clients including Curtin Business School, Leeds Beckett University, University of Mauritius, University of Middlesex, and University of Technology Mauritius. His Google Scholar profile lists 52 citations, reflecting impact in quantitative research. Notable publications include "Assessing Local Community's Perception Towards the Development of Smart City in Small Island Developing States (SIDS): Evidence from Mauritius" (2022, co-authored with S. Pudaruth and L. Vencataya, World Journal of Entrepreneurship, Management and Sustainable Development); "Investigating the Factors Influencing Students' Intention to Adopt Mobile Learning: Evidence from Mauritius" (2019, co-authored with R. Sannegadu et al., Studies in Business and Economics); "Need for Sensitization on Serious Threats of Second-Hand Smoke" (2021, Preventive Medicine Reports); and contributions to studies on secondhand smoke exposure and normality testing in statistics. Gunesh's work addresses key issues in education, public health, and urban development in small island contexts.