Director

Key Responsibilities

1. Academic Leadership & Curriculum Management

• Provide visionary leadership for the PGDM programme to ensure high academic standards and learning outcomes.
• Design, review, and periodically update the PGDM curriculum in alignment with AICTE guidelines, industry trends, and emerging management practices.
• Ensure effective implementation of Outcome-Based Education (OBE), experiential learning, case-based pedagogy, and industry-integrated modules.
• Oversee academic planning, course scheduling, credit structure, and assessment frameworks.
• Promote innovation in teaching–learning processes, including use of technology, simulations, MOOCs, and blended learning models.

2. AICTE Compliance & Accreditation

• Ensure full compliance with AICTE norms, approval processes, and reporting requirements.
• Prepare, review, and submit documents related to AICTE approvals, inspections, and audits.
• Coordinate with regulatory bodies, accreditation agencies, and institutional committees for quality assurance.
• Implement policies related to admissions, faculty qualifications, student–faculty ratio, infrastructure, and academic delivery as per AICTE regulations.

3. Faculty Management & Development

• Lead recruitment, induction, mentoring, and performance evaluation of PGDM faculty members.
• Encourage faculty research, consultancy, publications, and participation in Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs).
• Facilitate academic collaboration, interdisciplinary teaching, and continuous professional development.
• Ensure optimal workload allocation and academic accountability.

4. Student Admissions & Academic Administration

• Oversee the PGDM admission process in accordance with AICTE guidelines and institutional policies.
• Ensure transparent and merit-based selection of students.
• Monitor student attendance, academic progress, discipline, and overall development.
• Address student grievances and provide academic guidance and mentoring.

5. Industry Interface & Placements

• Strengthen industry linkages to ensure curriculum relevance and practical exposure.
• Facilitate guest lectures, workshops, live projects, internships, and industry visits.
• Collaborate with the Training & Placement Cell to enhance employability and placement outcomes.
• Establish partnerships with corporate organizations, professional bodies, and alumni networks.

6. Research, Consultancy & Innovation

• Promote a culture of research, innovation, and consultancy within the PGDM programme.
• Encourage funded research projects, case writing, and industry-sponsored initiatives.
• Support incubation, entrepreneurship development, and start-up initiatives among students and faculty.

7. Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement

• Implement internal quality assurance mechanisms and academic audits.
• Collect and analyze feedback from students, alumni, employers, and faculty for continuous improvement.
• Monitor key academic performance indicators and take corrective actions where required.

8. Institutional Representation & Administration

• Represent the PGDM programme in academic councils, statutory bodies, and external forums.
• Support branding, admissions promotion, rankings, and institutional development initiatives.
• Contribute to strategic planning, budgeting, and resource optimization for the programme.

Eligibility & Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Management or allied disciplines (preferably as per AICTE norms).
• Master’s degree in Management (MBA/PGDM or equivalent) with first class or equivalent grade.
• Minimum required teaching and/or industry experience as prescribed by AICTE.
• Proven academic leadership experience in management education.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong academic and administrative leadership skills.
• In-depth knowledge of AICTE regulations and management education standards.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinking with a focus on quality, innovation, and industry relevance.
• Ability to lead teams, manage change, and drive institutional excellence.

Contact :

Rinkal Kothiya