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20th Dec, 2025, 7 PM

Dr. Anup Kumar Maurya is currently an Associate Professor in the Big Data Analytics Department at the Goa Institute of Management. He earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science (Efficient User Authentication and Key Establishment Protocols for Wireless Sensor Networks & Internet of Things) from the Institute for Development & Research in Banking Technology (IDRBT), established by the RBI, and the University of Hyderabad, India. He holds an M.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence from the University of Hyderabad, a Master's Degree in Computer Applications from Uttar Pradesh Technical University, Lucknow, and a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from DDU Gorakhpur University, India.

Dr. Maurya has completed a Faculty Development Program (FDP) on Machine Learning with Business Applications from the Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore (IIM-B). His research contributions include several publications, with a notable Best Research Paper Award at the 2017 International Symposium on Security in Computing and Communication, Manipal, India. He has contributed to innovative mobile banking projects at the Centre for Mobile Banking at IDRBT, Hyderabad.

In addition to his research, Dr. Maurya serves as a reviewer for reputed international journals, including the International Journal of Distributed Sensor Networks, IEEE Sensors Journal, IEEE Access, and the International Journal of Communication Systems. He was also selected as a visiting researcher at the State University of New York at Buffalo, where he worked on biometric-based efficient user authentication protocols at the Centre for Unified Biometrics and Sensors.

How to Crack your MBA Personal Interview for 2026 Admissions

Dr. Ashishek

• Marketing academic with 20+ years of experience in teaching, research, and industry

• Expertise in marketing communications, digital platforms, retailing, and consumer behaviour

• Strong exposure to rural markets and technology-driven consumer decision-making

• Research focus on digital marketing, e-commerce, mobile platforms, and public policy implications

• Published in leading journals including Journal of Advertising Research, EPW, and Journal of Retailing & Consumer Services

• Author of 40+ case studies and simulation games used across Indian and global B-schools

• Conducted faculty development programs on the case method

• International academic exposure as visiting faculty in Finland, France, and UAE

• Alumni of IRMA (PGDRM) and IIM Ahmedabad (FPM)

Prof. Narendra Babu B V

• Assistant Professor (Marketing) with 18 years of combined experience across academia (10 years) and industry (8 years)

• Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA from Rochester Institute of Technology, New York (USA)

• Also holds a PG Diploma in Environment & Sustainable Development (IGNOU) with strong interest in strategy and sustainability

• Completed a Faculty Development Program at IIM Bangalore on Strategy & Sustainability, sponsored by Wipro Foundation

• Currently pursuing a Doctoral Degree in Marketing at Symbiosis International University

• Brings diverse industry exposure through roles as Business Consultant (RIT, USA), Regional Sales Executive (CRI Pumps), Sales Engineer – International Marketing (Fouress Engineering), and Field Officer (Government of Karnataka)

Prof. Surabhi Koul

• Assistant Professor (Marketing) at FORE School of Management with 9 years of academic experience

• Holds a PhD and MBA in Marketing from SMVDU, Jammu

• Teaching expertise in Consumer Behaviour, Retail Management, and Branding

• Active researcher with publications in ABDC-, WOS-, and Scopus-indexed journals

• Presented research at leading international conferences hosted by IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Calcutta, IIM Lucknow, and IIM Indore

• Previously associated with NMIMS Navi Mumbai and BITS Pilani

• Research interests include Gen Z consumption patterns, consumer wellbeing, and technology acceptance

• Consulting interests in Branding, Media Planning, and Customer Success

Garima Chaklader

• Director – Curriculum and Associate Professor (Economics) at Tetr College of Business, leading curriculum design and academic innovation

• Associate Professor at Masters’ Union, with prior experience as Assistant Professor, contributing to institution building and pedagogy

• PhD in Economics from IIM Bangalore, with strong expertise in economic theory, applied economics, and research

• Visiting Faculty at SPJIMR and Delhi Technological University, with broad cross-institutional teaching exposure

• Award-winning researcher, recipient of INSPIRE Scholarship, Mirae Asset Scholar Award, and Best Paper Award

• Published research in consumer behavior and purchase intention, with active contributions to academic scholarship

Aalekh Tripathi,

Co-Founder at Altera Institute and Digiaccel, building next-gen education platforms focused on digital, growth, and marketing leadership

Sales & marketing professional with 6+ years at Hindustan Unilever, spanning FMCG, eCommerce, D2C, and omnichannel growth

Former Marketing Manager – Premium Beauty at HUL, driving digital-first brand building and eCommerce acceleration for Beauty & Personal Care

Led shopper marketing, media investment decisions, and pricing strategy across Unilever’s personal care brands on eCommerce

Strong experience in brand building, D2C, growth hacking, customer development, and omnichannel strategy

IIM Ahmedabad alumnus; recipient of Unilever’s Global Compass Award and Gold Medal for Academic Excellence

Free Workshop on How to crack CAT 2023

What do you learn in the Workshop:

1. Section-Wise Learning
2. Top Colleges to Apply
3. Eligibility Criteria
4. How to Kick-Start your CAT Preparation

Suresh Srinivasan

Education:

1. Harvard Business Case Method Teaching

2. Bradford Business School-MBA, Management

Professional Experience:

1. Great Lakes Institute of Management-Distinguished Professor (Strategy & Accounting)

2. Learnbiz Simulations- Partner LearnBiz Simulations; since 2015

3. Indian Institute of Technology, Madras-Research; PhD Programmes

4. Emirates Airlines-Corporate Development

Dr. Suresh Srinivasan is a highly qualified professional with a PhD in Strategy from IIT Madras, complemented by qualifications as a Chartered Accountant, Cost Accountant, and an MBA from Bradford Business School, UK. With over 33 years of diverse industry experience spanning manufacturing, banking, services, and infrastructure, both domestically and internationally, he has held key roles at Emirates Airlines, Tata Steel, Industrial Development Bank of India, and ETPM – McDermott. Currently, Dr. Srinivasan serves as a Distinguished Professor of Strategy & Accounting at Great Lakes, an Associate Director at International Infrastructure Consultants (IIC), and a partner at LearnBiz Simulations, showcasing his expertise in strategic thinking, analytical thinking, strategic planning, and organizational development.

Garima Chaklader

• Current Role: Assistant Professor of Economics at Masters' Union (since Oct 2022) and Tetr College of Business (since Aug 2024).
• Visiting Faculty: SPJIMR (Dec 2024 – Feb 2025) & Delhi Technological University (Jan 2023 – May 2023).
• Education: Ph.D. in Economics from IIM Bangalore (2017–2023); Thesis: "Servicification of Manufacturing Industries."
• Research Expertise: Applied Economics, Economic Modeling.
• Publication: Marketing Intelligence & Planning (2020) – Study on purchase intention influenced by active vs. upcoming deals.
• Awards: Best Paper Award (ISDSI Global Conference 2022), Mirae Asset Scholar Award (2021).
• Past Experience: Doctoral Researcher at IIM Bangalore (Aug 2017 – Feb 2023).

Dr. Anjali Kumar

Current Role

• Associate Professor and Program In-charge - Healthcare Management

Education

• Advanced Program in Strategic Management – IIM Lucknow

• Ph.D. – PAHER University, Udaipur

• Thesis: Economic burden of diabetes at tertiary care hospitals in Mumbai

• MBA in Healthcare & Hospital Management – Calcutta University, IISWBM, Kolkata

• MA in Economics – Annamalai University

• BSc in Economics – Calcutta University

Academic & Industry Experience

• Teaching Experience: 14 years in Healthcare, Insurance, Health Economics, Healthcare Entrepreneurship

• Industry Experience: 2 years in Health Insurance, managing projects in Operations & IT

Professional Affiliations

• Leadership Committee (Asia Chapter) – International Academy for Design & Health, Australia

• State President – Maharashtra Healthcare Council, WICCI (Women’s Indian Chamber of Commerce & Industry)

• CII Western Region Healthcare Committee Member

Dr. Pratima Verma

• • Current Role: Professor in the OB & HR Department at Alliance Business School, Bengaluru (since 2013).
  • Past Roles: Professor & Research Coordinator at The Oxford College of Engineering, MBA Department (2010-2013).
  • Education:
  • Post-Doctoral Studies from Stockholm University (2012-2013).
  • MBA in Management from the University of Lucknow (1987-1999).
  • Expertise: Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior, Research, and Business Management.
  • Certifications: Customer Analytics.
  • Skills: Research, Management, and Microsoft Office.
  • Professional Affiliations: Active in academic research and faculty leadership in HR and OB.