Faculty
Mr. Himanshu Vaidya
Assistant Professor
Mr. Himanshu Vaidya is an emerging academician in the field of marketing, currently serving as Assistant Professor at MET PGDM. A UGC-NET (Management) qualified educator, he holds a Master’s in Management Studies from the University of Mumbai and is presently pursuing his Ph.D. from Symbiosis International University.
With a combined industry and academic experience of over 7 years, Mr. Vaidya brings a balanced perspective to management education. He has presented and published research in national and international forums and is committed to creating meaningful impact through teaching. His passion for education and student development reflects in his engaging and thoughtful approach to pedagogy.
Dr. Pushkar Parulekar
Associate Professor
Dr. Pushkar Parulekar brings over 19 years of professional experience, including 14 years in management education at leading B-schools. With a strong foundation in capital markets, he has worked with top-tier investment firms like Anand Rathi Financial Services and Edelweiss Capital, gaining deep industry insights.
A prolific scholar, he has 20 research publications in reputed journals and specializes in a range of finance subjects including Security Analysis, Financial Modelling, Derivatives, Fixed Income Securities, and Risk Management. Known for his interactive and enriching teaching style, Dr. Parulekar's sessions are highly valued by students for their practical relevance and depth.
Dr. Vinitha Nair
Assistant Professor
Prof. Vinitha Nair is a seasoned academician and HR professional with over 15 years of experience across industry and academia. She holds an MBA in Human Resource Management from ICFAI and has recently submitted her Ph.D. thesis in Management (HR specialization) at NMIMS, School of Business Management.
Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at MET PGDM, she previously contributed to the Post Graduate Executive Management Program at S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research, where she played a key role in curriculum design, evaluation, and mentoring.
Her research in Human Resource Management and Organizational Behaviour has been presented at leading national and international conferences and published in reputed journals. She also serves as a reviewer for leading management publications. With a strong commitment to bridging the gap between industry and academia, Prof. Nair adopts a holistic, practice-oriented approach to teaching, focusing on people development and real-world application.
Ms. Sushanta Lahiri
Assistant Professor
Prof. Sushanta Lahiri is a dedicated finance academic and UGC-NET qualified professional with over 7 years of experience in academics. She holds an MBA in Finance and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Management from Symbiosis International University.
Before entering academia, she gained industry experience as a Fundamental Equity Research Analyst with reputed firms including ITI Securities, Mirae Asset, and Sharekhan. Her teaching and research interests lie in Security Analysis & Portfolio Management, Capital Budgeting, Financial Risk, and Time Series Forecasting.
Prof. Lahiri has published numerous research papers, book chapters, and case studies in reputed journals and academic publications. Her commitment to continuous learning is reflected in her completion of the Executive Management Development Program in Financial Data Analytics at IIM Kashipur and participation in a Research Summer School at IIM Calcutta.
She brings a research-driven, industry-informed approach to finance education, inspiring students to explore the analytical and strategic aspects of the field.
Prof. Ashish Shrivastava
Assistant Professor
Mr. Ashish Shrivastava is a seasoned marketing and communications professional with over 20 years of experience across the IT and education sectors. Holding a postgraduate degree in Business Administration, he brings a wealth of practical expertise to his role as a faculty member at MET PGDM, where he is deeply committed to sharing industry-relevant knowledge with future business leaders.
His professional journey spans integrated marketing communications, including brand management, content strategy, digital marketing (SEO, SEM, SMO, SMM), and programmatic advertising. He has successfully led ATL & BTL campaigns, combining analytical insight with creative strategy to drive market engagement.
Known for his passion for innovation, strategic planning, and market research, Mr. Shrivastava specializes in decoding consumer behavior and forecasting trends—skills he enthusiastically integrates into his teaching methodology. His dual focus on industry practice and academic mentorship makes him a valuable contributor to marketing education.
Dr. Mouchumi Deka
Assistant Professor
Dr. Mouchumi Deka is an experienced educator and researcher with over 10 years in higher education. She earned her Ph.D. in Educational Philosophy from Assam Central University, where her dissertation, “Experiments in Education and Pedagogy with special reference to Gandhi, Tagore, and Paulo Freire,” explored foundational learning theories.
Beginning her academic career in 2015 at Guwahati College, Dr. Deka has since taught at the University of Meghalaya, Cotton State University, and SNDT University’s Educational Technology Department. In January 2020, she joined MET PGDM, where she integrates innovative technology-driven methods into her teaching.
Passionate about making learning engaging, Dr. Deka specializes in applying constructivist and technology-enhanced pedagogies to foster student motivation and deeper understanding. Her journey reflects a commitment to continual growth, creativity, and the transformative power of education.
Ms. Ritu Tuli
Assistant Professor
Prof. Ritu Tuli is a finance academic and industry professional with over 15 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, and higher education. She holds an MBA in Finance and has worked on high-value financial mandates including Mergers & Acquisitions, GDR issues, IPOs, Amalgamations, and Debt Syndication.
Her academic expertise lies in Security Analysis & Portfolio Management, Fundamental Analysis, and Project Finance. She also serves as a faculty facilitator for NSE-certified finance programs, bridging academic learning with real-world market application.
Prof. Ritu Tuli’s research interests include corporate finance and portfolio management, with several publications in reputed journals. She has contributed to academic development as a syllabus review committee member for Mumbai University’s MMS program and is a certified Internal Auditor for ISO 9001:2015 standards.
Ms. Garima Bansal
Assistant Professor
Prof. Garima Bansal is an enthusiastic and dedicated academician with a strong foundation in B.Com, M.Com, and MBA, currently awaiting the award of her Ph.D. in Management with a specialization in Human Resource and General Management. She brings several years of experience in higher education, with a passion for both teaching and research.
Her scholarly work focuses on contemporary issues such as women’s employability and empowerment, and she has published in UGC-listed and SCOPUS-indexed journals, along with contributing to newspapers, blogs, and academic platforms. She also serves as a reviewer and editorial board member for reputed management journals.
Prof. Bansal has actively contributed to institutional development through roles in accreditation committees, IQAC coordination, cultural leadership, and faculty development programs. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes inspiration and growth, making the classroom a dynamic space for learning. Outside academics, she pursues her passion for Classical dance, which adds creativity and balance to her professional life.
Mr. Abhijeet Wairagade
Assistant Professor
Prof. Abhijeet Wairagade is a seasoned marketing professional with over 16 years of experience across reputed brands in the hospitality, education, timeshare industry and healthcare sectors. He holds a Master’s in Management Studies (Marketing) and a Bachelor’s in Mass Media (Advertising), and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Business Administration (Marketing) at MIT World Peace University, Pune. He is also a certified digital marketing expert, has earned a Diploma in Project Management, and holds several advanced certifications in analytics, AI, and content marketing.
He has conducted workshops on AI tools in marketing, delivered guest lectures at leading institutes, and published research papers in ABDC and SCOPUS indexed journals on themes such as brand engagement, social media, and consumer decision-making. His career reflects a strong balance of industry expertise and future-focused pedagogy.
C. A. Dr. Das
Director
CA Dr. Das Shyamsundar is a seasoned academician and finance professional with over 28 years of experience in economics, finance, and management education. A Fellow Chartered Accountant and PhD in Economics, he also holds qualifications including MPhil (Economics), MBA (Finance), MA (Economics), and MA (Criminal Laws & Forensic Science), along with certifications in Forensic Audit, GST, and CSR.
He currently serves as the Director at the MET Institute of PGDM, Mumbai, and is also an active practitioner specializing in corporate valuation, forensic audits, and social impact assessments. A PhD guide, author, and speaker, Dr. Das has significantly contributed to academia and industry, with expertise across sectors such as IT, hospitality, logistics, telecom, education, and healthcare.
Ms. Getaksha Marwaha
Assistant Professor
Prof. Getaksha Marwaha is an accomplished management educator and researcher with a strong academic foundation and practical insight. She holds an MBA, M.Com, and a Diploma in Brand Management, and is UGC-NET qualified. Currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Management, her expertise spans marketing, human resources, and innovative pedagogy.
As an Assistant Professor at MET PGDM, she is known for her dynamic teaching approach and student-centered learning. Her research has been published in reputed journals, and she actively participates in academic conferences and workshops. Prof. Marwaha is deeply committed to shaping future leaders through transformative education that bridges theory and industry practice.
Prof. Kiran Rodrigues
Assistant Professor
Prof. Kiran Rodrigues is a dedicated finance educator with a Master’s in Management Studies (Finance) and a Bachelor’s in Commerce. At MET PGDM, he brings strong academic foundations and practical perspectives to his teaching. His areas of expertise include Corporate Finance, Financial Markets, Investment Analysis, and Risk Management.
Known for his student‑centric approach, Prof. Rodrigues emphasizes real‑world applications through case studies, simulations, and interactive discussions. He is committed to fostering analytical thinking and ethical decision‑making in future finance professionals.
Prof. Seema Korgaonkar
Assistant Professor
Prof. Seema Korgaonkar is a Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA) with a strong foundation in commerce, holding a B.Com. degree. As an Assistant Professor at MET PGDM, she brings practical insights from the field of finance and accounting into the classroom. With a commitment to academic excellence and professional integrity, she plays a key role in shaping students’ understanding of core financial concepts through applied learning and mentorship.
Prof. Anand Singh S. Rajawat
Assistant Professor
Prof. Anand Singh Rajawat is a dedicated marketing academic with over 13 years of experience across higher education and industry. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor at MET PGDM, Mumbai, and is pursuing his Ph.D. in Marketing from Savitribai Phule Pune University.
His academic journey includes teaching roles at leading institutions such as SAS Institute of Management Studies, SVKM’s Mukesh Patel College, and Yashvant Keshav Patil College, where he has taught core subjects in Marketing, Consumer Behavior, and Business Strategy. Before academia, he held roles in business development and marketing at SHARP Business Systems and IIHT, bringing practical insights to his classroom.
Dr. Rashmi Sreejit Nair
Associate Professor
Dr. Rashmi Sreejit Nair is a distinguished academic with over 19 years of experience in Business Management education. As an Associate Professor, she specializes in Marketing, Entrepreneurship, and General Management, with a proven record of mentoring Ph.D. and Master’s students and conducting impactful research.
A dynamic facilitator, Dr. Rashmi is known for her engaging teaching style, leadership in organizing EDPs, MDPs, and FDPs, and her contributions to government consultancy projects. Her work has been widely recognized, earning her prestigious accolades such as the Emerging Entrepreneurship Educator Award (Ministry of Skill Development, GOI), Mahindra Arise Faculty Leadership Award, and the Prof. Mukesh Punjabi Award for Innovative Pedagogy by HEF.
She continues to inspire future leaders through her expertise in team building, business model innovation, and entrepreneurial development.
Dr. Harshada Mulay
Associate Professor
Dr. Harshada Mulay is a seasoned academician with over 25 years of experience in management education and 5 years in the IT industry as an HR professional. A double postgraduate in Arts and Management and a Doctorate in Emotional Intelligence, she is also a certified ICF Life Coach, Spiritual Intelligence Coach, and POSH Trainer.
With 26 research papers published in national and international journals, Dr. Mulay is a recipient of the Dr. Ram Tarneja Award from the Bombay Management Association. Her expertise includes NLP, Dance Movement Psychotherapy, Positive Intelligence, and Youth Coaching. She has actively participated in numerous seminars and conferences in India and abroad, contributing to the academic and personal growth of young minds.
Dr. Jyotsna Munshi
Associate Professor
Dr. Jyotsna Munshi is a seasoned academic and administrative professional with over 26 years of experience in teaching, corporate relations, research, placements, and institutional management. She holds a Ph.D. in Management Studies from the University of Mumbai and is a Six Sigma Green Belt Certified professional. Currently serving as the Deputy Director – Corporate Relations at MET League of Colleges, Mumbai, Dr. Munshi is known for her strategic leadership, team management skills, and impactful contributions to student placement and industry engagement.
Her work has also extended to IIT Delhi, where she contributed to various sponsored research projects. With a strong academic background and several quality research publications, her areas of interest include General Management, Business Communication, and Business Analytics. She is deeply committed to mentoring students and driving institutional excellence through innovation and collaboration.
Dr. Suvrashis Sarkar
Associate Professor
Dr. Suvrashis Sarkar is a Mumbai based Marketing Professional. He is an alumnus of the Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies and an Executive alumnus of IIM Indore. In his 22 years of total work experience he has 18 years of corporate work experience in internationally renowned organizations like Unilever, Sojitz, Bajaj Electricals, Sahara India. His corporate work journey spanned from a trainee to VP –Marketing. In his corporate experience Dr. Sarkar has worked in India and South-East Asian markets with his area of work largely in Strategic Marketing, Brand Management, Product Management, Design Thinking, IPR, Marketing Research and Media Communication. Along with his Corporate work he has pursued his passion for teaching as a visiting faculty in several Management Institutes of repute including his alma-mater for 19 years.
Dr. Vaishali Kulkarni
Professor & Dean
Dr. Vaishali Kulkarni is an accomplished academic leader with a Ph.D. in General Management & Information Technology. She holds multiple postgraduate degrees including MCM, MBA (Marketing & HR), and a B.Com. along with professional credentials such as Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and KPMG Certified Design Thinking Practitioner.
With extensive experience in academia and management education, Dr. Kulkarni brings a dynamic blend of scholarly knowledge and industry-oriented skills to her role as Professor and Dean. Her expertise spans marketing, human resources, IT, and agile methodologies, with a focus on innovative and experiential learning.
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