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"Academic leadership must combine scholarship, integrity, and a commitment to student growth."
— Dr. Manasi Muralidharan, Vice Principal, CFI College of Law

Dr. Manasi Muralidharan serves as Vice Principal of CFI College of Law, bringing strategic academic vision supported by strong legal scholarship and research expertise. With a solid foundation in Constitutional and Corporate Laws, she is committed to strengthening academic quality, research engagement, and professional excellence within the institution.

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Dr. Manasi Muralidharan
Vice Principal · CFI College of Law
QualificationLL.B., LL.M., Ph.D. · UGC–NET (Law)
LL.M.Constitutional Law & Corporate Laws — CUSAT
Ph.D.Competition Law — NUALS (Awarded 2026)
ExperienceAcademic career since 2011
Started AtSchool of Legal Studies, Cochin University (CUSAT)
SpecialisationCompetition Law · Corporate Laws · Constitutional Law
Ph.D.
Competition Law
2011
Academic Career Since
CUSAT
LL.M. From
NUALS
Doctoral Research
From the Desk of the Vice Principal

A Message from
Dr. Manasi Muralidharan

Vice Principal · CFI College of Law
Poyya, Thrissur, Kerala

Academic Journey
Education · Govt. Law College, Ernakulam
LL.B. Graduate
Foundation in law from Government Law College, Ernakulam.
LL.M. · CUSAT School of Legal Studies
Constitutional Law & Corporate Laws
Advanced specialisation in Constitutional and Corporate Laws at Cochin University of Science and Technology.
Practice · Under Sr. Advocate Mr. Thajudeen
Legal Practice Experience
Practical exposure in legal practice that shaped a balanced approach to legal education.
2011 · CUSAT School of Legal Studies
Academic Career Begins
Joined the School of Legal Studies, CUSAT, to begin her academic teaching journey.
2018 · NUALS
Doctoral Research in Competition Law
Joined National University of Advanced Legal Studies to pursue Ph.D. research in Competition Law.
2026 · Ph.D. Awarded
Doctor of Philosophy — Competition Law
Ph.D. awarded by NUALS, reflecting her dedication to advancing contemporary legal scholarship.

A graduate of Government Law College, Ernakulam, she holds an LL.M. in Constitutional Law and Corporate Laws from the School of Legal Studies, Cochin University of Science and Technology and has successfully qualified the UGC–NET examination.

She began her academic journey in 2011 at the School of Legal Studies, Cochin University of Science and Technology after gaining practical experience in legal practice under Senior Advocate Mr. Thajudeen. This combination of practice and academia shaped her balanced approach to legal education.

In 2018, she joined the National University of Advanced Legal Studies to pursue doctoral research in Competition Law and was awarded her Ph.D. in 2026. Her research journey reflects her dedication to advancing contemporary legal scholarship.

"At CFI College of Law, she plays a vital role in nurturing a culture of disciplined academic inquiry, structured mentoring, and research-driven learning. Her focus remains on preparing students to think critically, engage responsibly, and contribute meaningfully to the evolving legal landscape."

Dr. Manasi Muralidharan's approach to legal education combines rigorous scholarship with student-centred mentoring. Her expertise across Competition Law, Corporate Laws, and Constitutional Law ensures students receive both theoretical depth and analytical clarity. She actively mentors students for moot courts, internships, and research projects — preparing them for careers in courts, corporate law firms, and public service.

Professional & Academic Background

Credentials &
Academic Profile

Qualifications
LL.B. — Government Law College, Ernakulam
LL.M. (Constitutional Law & Corporate Laws) — CUSAT
Ph.D. (Competition Law) — NUALS, Awarded 2026
UGC–NET Qualified (Law)
Academic career since 2011
Academic Experience
Faculty — School of Legal Studies, CUSAT (from 2011)
Doctoral Researcher — National University of Advanced Legal Studies (NUALS)
Practical legal experience under Senior Advocate Mr. Thajudeen
Vice Principal — CFI College of Law, Poyya, Thrissur
Areas of Specialisation
Competition Law Corporate Laws Constitutional Law
Teaches at CFI
BBA LLB (Hons) B.Com LLB (Hons)
Student Mentoring
Moot courts · Internships · Legal research · Case study analysis · Practical legal drafting
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