Resourceful education professional with proven skills in creating and monitoring policies and practices that promote a safe learning environment. Uses a unique blend of motivational and targeted instruction and methodologies to enhance curriculum, focus and establish sound relationships. Coordinated with the academic advising teams to provide course scheduling recommendations. Experience & skills in developing curriculum to accommodate different learning styles & maximizing students’ comprehension; participated in various Workshops, Trainings & Seminars. Divergent outlook with creative approach to problem-solving using analytical skills to deal effectively with all levels of organization.
Education Qualification:
2014: Ph.D. in Management from Kadi Sarva Vishwavidhyalaya (KSV), Gandhinagar | Topic: An in-depth study of Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) Practices in selected Chemical Industries in Gujarat
2006: MBA in finance from NICM, Gandhinagar affiliated to Gujarat University with 63%
2004: B.E. in Chemical from GECG, Gandhinagar affiliated to Gujarat University with 77%
Area of Interest: Operations & Supply Chain Management, Valuations and Wealth Management
Academic Experience:
Institute: Shanti Business School, Ahmedabad
Duration: Since Apr’15 (1st April 2015 )
Designation: Dean Academics & Professor
Overview:
Designing the Course Curriculum & facilitating in Finance & DS Specialization subjects like Wealth Management, Financial Systems and Financial Services, Operations Research & Operations Management
Applied contemporary principles of learning theory, teaching methodology and different methods for enabling students to have a diverse and global path for continued life-long learning
Reviewing methods & teaching materials to develop curricula also delivering the same by making recommendations for improvement
Devising the Course Curriculum & facilitating in Finance & DS Specialization subjects like Wealth Management, Financial Systems and Financial Services, Operations Research & Operations Management
Applied contemporary principles of learning theory, teaching methodology and different methods for enabling students to have a diverse and global path for continued life-long learning
Reviewing methods & teaching materials to develop curricula also delivering the same by making recommendations for improvement
Institute: Kalol Institute of Management, Kalol
Duration: Jul’08 - Mar’15 (1st July 2008 – 31st March 2015)
Designation: Director In Charge & Associate Professor
Overview:
Assisted in subjects such as Managerial Communication, Operations Management, Strategy Management, Risk Management, Security Analysis & Portfolio Management
Operated as a Placement Coordinator for 6 years; engaged in other student / Institute development activities such as Live Projects, Seminars, Workshops and so on; led Global Country Study Report (GCSR) Projects and Comprehensive Project – Industry Defined Problem (CP/IDP) projects affiliated to GTU / GU respectively
Synchronized with Examination Committee of college in different capacities of Paper Setter, Exam Invigilator, Exam Moderator, Centre In-charge, Coordinator & Senior Supervisor for University external exams
Acted as Internal / External Evaluator for Research Projects, Viva-Voices & worked as an Observer for External Examination Duty
Industrial Experience:
Company: ICICI Bank, Ahmedabad
Duration: (1st June 2006 – 7th Dec 2007)
Designation: Executive at Retail Liabilities Branch
Overview:
Managing customer centric banking operations & ensuring customer satisfaction by achieving delivery, revenue targets & service quality norms.
Handled Depository Operations, Cash Desk and Relation Ship Management Managers Desk at Ashram Road and Naranpura Branch, Ahmedabad.
Create and maintain benchmark TAT for DEMAT and other banking transactions.
Build and strengthen relationships with key accounts and providing them with complete support.
Conferences / Seminars
Presented a Full paper on “Financial Re-engineering for Financial Inclusion” in International Conference on emerging themes in strategy Organized by Management Development Institute (MDI), Gurgaon on 25 - 26 February, 2016.
Presented a Full paper on “Reverse Mortgage: An opportunity or risk in view point of Investors in India” in absentia in UGC Sponsored International Conference on Recent Trends in Business Finance and Economics Organized by Department of Business Finance and Economics & Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies At JNV University, Jodhpur on 9-11 October, 2015.
Presented Full thesis Synopsis “An in-depth study of Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) Practices in selected Chemical Industries in Gujarat” in Doctor Colloquium 2015 at 7th International Conference on Emerging Management Perspectives, Practices and Research Trends and Doctor Colloquium on Theme “Information Systems and Operations Management” organized by Ganpat University, Faculty of Management Studies on 6 – 7 February, 2015.
Presented paper and Ranked third in National Conference on “Contemporary Issues in Management and Co-operation: Prospects and Challenges” at NICM, Gandhinagar on June 2013 on “Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) Practices in Chemical Industries with reference to Gujarat Region”
Presented paper on Pigment Grade Red Oxide Preparation from Picking Liquor of Rolling Mills Waste Prakalp 2004, National level Conference at Maharashtra Institute of Engineering, Pune in April 2004.
Workshops / Certification Programs
Attended Faculty Development Programme (FDP) organized by the SBS P on the theme “Design Thinking for curriculum development & Gamification as the Teaching Tool" from 2 to 7 January 2022.
Attended Faculty Development Programme (FDP) organized by the AICTE sponsored 5 days on the theme “Inculcating Universal Human Values in Technical Education" from 17 to 21 May 2022.
Attended Faculty Development Programme (FDP) organized by Indira College of Engineering & Management, Pune from 11 June, 2020 to 13 June, 2020 on “Outcome Based Education (OBE)”.
Attended Management Development Programme (MDP) / Workshop organized by Goa Institute of Management, Goa on 28th & 29th November 2019 on “Supply Chain Analytics”.
Attended FDP on "Leveraging Storytelling to facilitate student’s Learning “on 17th February 2020 organized Shanti Business School Ahmedabad.
Attended National Level Faculty Development Programme (FDP) organized by Shanti Business School, Ahmedabad from 21 June, 2019 to 24 June, 2019 on “Innovative Teaching Pedagogies”.
Attended Workshop on “Right Brain Workshop" for the Faculty by Dr. Mallika Sarabhai on 25th January, 2019 on campus.
Attended National Level Faculty Development Programme (FDP) organized by Shanti Business School, Ahmedabad from 13 July, 2015 to 19 July, 2015 on “Fundamentals of Research Methodology”.
Participated in Doctor Colloquium 2015 at 7th International Conference on Emerging Management Perspectives, Practices and Research Trends and Doctor Colloquium on Theme “Information Systems and Operations Management” organized by Ganpat University, Faculty of Management Studies on 6 – 7 February, 2015.
Attended International Conference on Energy and Infrastructure (ICEI- 2014) on January 11-12, 2014 at School of Petroleum Management, Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University (PDPU), Gandhinagar.
Participated in 2010 Business Process Council World Conference on “Scalability through Lean & Green Supply Chain” organized in association with APICS –The Association for Operations Management, USA, AST&L- American Council of Transportation and Logistics,USA & SCC-Supply Chain Council, USA on 17th & 18th September,2010 at Mumbai, India.
Participated & Ranked third in National Conference on “Contemporary Issues in Management and Co-operation: Prospects and Challenges” at NICM, Gandhinagar on June 2013.
Participated in Workshop on Country Studies of African and Asian Countries Organized by GTU & CMAI Association of India on 19th May, 2013.
Participated in FDP on “Research Methodology and Applications of SPSS” Organized at Kalol Institute of Management from 18th – 19th January 2013.
Participated in Workshop on “Challenges and Opportunities in Equity and Debt Markets” Organized by GTU Finance Skills Council, Supported by Motilal Oswal on 3rd March, 2012.
Participated in FDP on “Finance Subjects” Organized at GTU on 27th July, 2012.
Participated in Three days Workshop on Research Methodology Organized by SJPIBMCA (NICM) from 10th – 12th July 2011.
Participated in one day Workshop on “Use of statistical Package-SPSS for Research” Organized by SJPIBMCA (NICM) from 9th April, 2011.
Participated in Two days National level Workshop on SPSS 18 Supported by UGC & Organized at B.K. School of Business Management, Gujarat University from 29th – 30th October 2010.
Participated in Training Programme on “Teaching and Research in Management” supported by UGC & Organized at B.K. School of Business Management, Gujarat University from 30th – 31st March 2009.
Attended One day Workshop on Quality & Relevant Research Organized at KSV on 12th January 2009.
Research & Publication
Article on “Innovations in Financial Platform” accepted for publication in conference proceedings’ of Finance Conference, on the theme “Perspectives on Risk & Return on Investments” organized by Unitedworld School of Business held on November 14 & 15, 2016 at Karnavati Knowledge Village, Gandhinagar
Research Paper On “Management Education Pedagogies: Designing Engaging Experiences for Students” in International Journal of Pedagogical Innovations (IJPI), A biannual Double-Blind Peer Reviewed Refereed Print Journal, Vol. 5/Issue 01/ January 2017. ISSN: 2210-1543
Research Paper On “Financial Re-Engineering: An Innovative Initiative for Financial Inclusion” in JIMS8M: The Journal of Indian Management & Strategy, A quarterly Double-Blind Peer Reviewed Refereed Print Journal, Vol. 22/Issue 01/ January-March 2017. ISSN: 0973-9335
Research Paper On “Employable Management Graduates: Recruiters Viewpoint” in International Business Management, A bimonthly Double-Blind Peer Reviewed Refereed Print Journal (Scupus Indexed). ISSN: 1993-5250 (Print).
Research Paper On “Green supply chain management in Indian chemical industries - A fad or a strategy for a long run!” in J. Advances in Bus. Management, A quarterly Double-Blind Peer Reviewed Refereed Print Journal, Vol. 2/Issue 04/ Oct-Dec. 2016. DOI: 10.14260/jadbm/2016/42. ISSN-2395-7328
Research Paper On “Financial Inclusion – A Reality Check” in SUMEDHA JOURNAL OF MANAGEMENT, A quarterly Double-Blind Peer Reviewed Refereed Print Journal, Volume 5 Issue No 2 April – June, 2016., ISSN 2277 - 6753
Abstract published on Financial Re-engineering for Financial Inclusion in a ISBN-13: 978-93-85965-80-7/ ISBN-10: 93-85965-80-8 book on “Emerging Themes in Strategy” published by Mc Graw Hill Education (India) Private Limited, New Delhi
Research Paper On Drivers For Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) In Chemical Industries: With Reference To Gujarat Region in International Journal Of Research In Commerce & Management, A Monthly Double-Blind Peer Reviewed (Refereed/Juried) Open Access International e-Journal - Included in the International Serial Directories. VOLUME NO. 4 (2013), ISSUE NO. 04 (APRIL), ISSN 0976-2183
Research Paper On “Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) Practices in Chemical Industries with reference to Gujarat Region” in THE JOURNAL OF MANAGEMENT AND CO-OPERATION, VOLUME NO. X (April-June 2013), ISSUE NO. 02 (APRIL-JUNE), ISSN 2249-2275
Research Paper on “ISO 14001 Certification – A Step Ahead Towards Implementation of Green Supply Chain Management Practices in Chemical Industries.” In International Journal of Scientific Research (IJSR), Volume:4, Issue: 6, June 2015, ISSN 2277-8179
Speaker
Led workshop on “Resume Building, Interview & Group Discussion Preparation and Professional Networking” in Apr’17 at Venus Group of Colleges, Gandhinagar
Delivered a talk on “Innovations in Financial Platform” in finance Conference “Perspectives on Risk & Return on Investments” organized by Unitedworld School of Business held on Nov’16 for 2 consecutive days at Karnavati Knowledge Village, Gandhinagar
Awards/Blogs
Ranked third in National Conference on “Contemporary Issues in Management and Co-operation: Prospects and Challenges” at NICM, Gandhinagar on June 2013.
Ranked second in B.E. final year at college level and fifth at Gujarat University.
The project undertaken at B.E.(Chemical) final year in was selected at Prakalp 2004 (National level project competition at Maharashtra Institute of Engineering, Pune).
