As the Head of the Institute, I play a pivotal role in providing academic, strategic, and administrative leadership to the institute, as in maintaining the academic standards, driving curriculum innovation, and ensuring alignment with AICTE norms and industry expectations. Along with leading the strategic planning and growth of the institute, fostering national and international collaborations, and enhancing institutional visibility and reputation. Further, oversee faculty development, and performance management and recruitment, while promoting a culture of research, publications, and academic excellence. Also, in ensuring full regulatory compliance with AICTE and accreditation bodies such as NBA is a key responsibility, along with maintaining proper documentation and preparing for periodic audits. Moreover, manage student-related functions including admissions, academic delivery, placements, and overall student welfare, ensuring a holistic learning environment. Additionally, supervise financial and administrative operations, ensuring transparency, resource optimization, and infrastructure development. Besides, strengthening industry linkages, organizing guest lectures, and facilitating internships and placements are integral to their role. In addition, ensuring effective governance by coordinating with the Governing Body and internal committees, maintaining ethical standards, participative leadership, and institutional accountability.
He holds a Master's and a PhD (OB-HR) in Management AND a Bachelors, Masters, MPhil and a PhD in Mental Health/Behavioural Science, along with other advanced certifications in ISO, Technical Writing, Entrepreneurship and related areas.
Gururaj has lead PhD and FPM programs, including Curriculum Development, its enhancement as per the needs of the academia and the industry. He is active in mentoring and guiding Doctoral students through their respective Research Areas, Thesis development and progression.
He has built, implemented and monitored Total Quality Management systems and processes across multiple Higher Educational Institutions.
He has conducted large-scale funded research projects. He has supported and mentored faculty in writing, submitting and defending competitive Research, Training and related proposals for funding agencies.
He teaches subjects such as Psychometric assessment, Psychotherapeutic interventions, Behavioural, Cognitive, Positive & Social Psychology to Postgraduate and Doctoral students of Clinical - Industrial Psychology.
He conducts Psycho-diagnostic assessments and Psychotherapeutic interventions with various types of mental and physical illnesses, across Individual, marital, familial and group formats.
He is active involved in Social Responsibilities activities and programs in areas such as Education and Health.
Previous affiliation
• University of Mysore, Mysuru
• National Institute of Mental Health & Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru
• JSS Medical College, Mysore
• Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences, Bengaluru
• Institute of Health Management Research, Bengaluru
• Acharya Institutes, Bengaluru
Areas of Interest in Management
• Organizational Design & Development
• Learning and Development
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• Business Ethics / Corporate Governance
• Strategic Human Resources Management
Areas of Interest in Mental Health
• Biological Psychology
• Cognitive & Behavioural Psychology
• Psychological Testing
• Psychotherapeutics
• Positive & Social Psychology
Practice based Areas of Interest
• Organizational Survey and Reporting
• L & D based interventions for small and large groups and teams
• DEI based interventions
• Hospital Management & Health Care Administration
• Psychometric assessment and Psychotherapy (and counselling too)
• Behavioural, Cognitive & Social Psychology
• 1st Rank to University of Mysore, four Gold Medals, cash prizes (Bachelor's Degree).
• 2nd rank to University of Mysore, Gold Medal (Master's Degree).
• 4th rank, NIMHANS, (Master of Philosophy Degree).
• Obtained National Merit Scholarship for Bachelor's and Master's degrees.
• Obtained Research Fellowship for MPhil (NIMHANS) and PhD (Univ of Mysore).
• UGC JRF (2000); SLET (2000).
• Both the PhD's were highly commended.
As a Professor, Head of Academics, and Head of Research at NsoM, my role involves academic excellence, research advancement, faculty and student development, and institutional growth, and my responsibilities span across teaching learning process, research and publication, administration of Institutional issues, and industry engagement.
As a Senior Faculty and Head of Academics, my role involves Academic Leadership and Curriculum Development, Faculty Development and Mentorship, Student Mentorship and Development.
As the Head of Research and Publication, my role involves driving research work in terms of publications, case studies and related publications, including external agency funded projects, grants and related issues.
Industry collaboration and support to student training, in order to ensure good and quality placements. Including Institutional growth and strategic initiatives, like Quality Management systems and related compliance issues.
• Dimensions of blended teaching learning process in Higher Educational Institutions:
Development of knowledge, skill sets, attitudes and its implications for the Industry in
Karnataka State. The Duration is for 1 Year (2023).
• Formative Research to ascertain Feasibility, Acceptability, Barriers, and Enablers to
develop an effective delivery model for improving adoption and coverage of Eight
contact antenatal care in Primary Health care system in India. (as Co-Investigator).
The duration is for three years (2020-2024).
• Assessment of Job Satisfaction among JSW Employees (as Co-I). The duration was
for 6 months (Nov 2015 - March 2016). Funded by JSW, Ballari.
• Grading of ESI Hospitals (as Co-I). The duration was for 5 months (2009). Funded by
Ministry of Labour, Govt. of India, New Delhi.
• Increase in Female Birth Registration in Gulbarga District - An Exploration of the
Reasons and Impact of this Trend (as P-I). The duration was for 5 months (July -
December 2008). Funded by Plan India, New Delhi.
• Situation Analysis of Staffing, Roles, Responsibilities and Infrastructure regarding
Birth Registration in Seven districts of Karnataka State (as P - I). The duration was
for 5 months (January - August 2008). Funded by Plan India, New Delhi.
• Implementation of Universal Birth Registration in 8 Districts of Karnataka state (as P-
I). The duration was for 3 years (July 2006 to June 2009). Funded by Plan India and
Govt of Karnataka.
• Study of Manpower planning and Attrition among St Johns Employees (as Co-I). The
duration was for 5 months. (Sept 2007 to Jan 2008). Funded by St Johns National
Academy of Health Sciences, Bengaluru.
• Baseline evaluation of quality of care in secondary level hospitals in TN (as Co-I).
The duration was for 1 year (Nov 2006 to Oct 2007). Funded by TNHSP, Govt of TN
& The World Bank.
• Evaluation of St Johns Medical College Hospital (as Co-I). The duration was for 10
months (March - December 2006). Funded by St Johns National Academy of Health
Sciences, Bangalore.
• Rehabilitation of Mine workers in Sanguem, Goa (as Co-I). The duration was for One
year (2005-06). Funded by Goa Mineral Foundation.
• Assessment of Subjective wellbeing of Executives and Workers and its implications
(as Co-I). The duration was for One year (2001-02). Funded by Rane Madras Limited,
Mysore / Chennai
• A needs assessment study of adolescence education in Mysore District (as
Consultant). The duration was for One year (1999-2000). Funded by NCERT,
Government of India, New Delhi.
Training conducted - Faculty Development Program / Management Development Program
• Faculty Training Program on "Research Methodology and Data Analysis". Duration
was for 6 days, i.e., 26 th July to 31 st July 2022.
• Faculty Development Program on "Revised NAAC Framework". Duration was for 6
days, i.e., 21 st to 26 th September 2020.
• Knowledge and Skills Development for a Faculty. Duration is 6 days (2016- till date).
• Total Quality Management for Faculty and Staff members. Duration is 2 days.
(Trainer). (2012- till date).
• Quality Documentation Practices for Faculty and Staff members. Duration is for 2
days (Trainer) (2012 till date).
• Office Etiquettes for Faculty and Staff of Educational Institutions. Duration is for 2
days. (Co-Trainer). Self-Financed Program, (2012 - till date).
• Office Etiquettes for Administration and Technical Staff of Educational Institutions.
Duration is for 2 days. (Co-Trainer). Self-Financed Program, (2012 - till date).
• How to enhance patient satisfaction. Duration is for two days. (Co-Trainer). Self-
Financed Program, (2007-13).
• Assessment of Hospitals and Health Care Institution. (Co-Trainer). Funded by
TNHSP, Govt of TN and World Bank (2007-13).
• Training in Recording and Documentation for Staff in Health Care Institutions. (Co-
Trainer). Funded by Plan India. (2008-09).
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gururaj-b-urs/
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS), autonomous body of RBI, GOI, HOD-Sir MVIT
Management and Organizational Behaviour, Business Research Methods, HR Analytics, Entrepreneurship Development , Strategic Management, Strategic Leadership, Learning and Development
NBA Coordinator, Student Welfare Officer
Management and Organizational Behaviour, Business Research Methods, HR Analytics, Entrepreneurship Development, Strategic Management, Strategic Leadership, Learning and Development, Recruitment and Selection, Managerial Skills for Corporate Excellence, OD, Change management.
EDITORIAL BOARD
CONFERENCE ATTENDED
Over the past 19 years, my journey has taken me across the worlds of higher education, government initiatives, and the corporate sector—each experience shaping the way I approach leadership, strategy, and impact. What has remained constant throughout is my passion for building institutions, creating opportunities, and connecting with people in meaningful ways.
I worked as Head – Admissions & Marketing at NITTE University, Bangalore. I focus on strengthening institutional visibility and growth through thoughtful branding, strategic outreach, and strong stakeholder relationships. For me, it’s not just about numbers or targets—it’s about telling the institution’s story in a way that resonates with students, parents, and partners.
A significant part of my journey has been working closely with government bodies, contributing to large-scale initiatives under ministries such as Defence, Education, and Home Affairs. Being involved in programs like the Vibrant Village Programme and leadership development initiatives for defence and paramilitary personnel has been particularly fulfilling, as it has allowed me to contribute to causes larger than myself.
Alongside my professional roles, research and mentorship have always been close to my heart. I have had the opportunity to publish in Scopus-indexed journals and secure a government-approved patent, but what I value most is mentoring over 140 students on projects aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Guiding young minds to think responsibly and act with purpose continues to be one of the most rewarding aspects of my career.
For me, success is not just about professional milestones—it’s about creating lasting impact, inspiring others, and continuously evolving with purpose.
Ph.D. – Mysore University
PGDM (Marketing & International Business) – NITTE School of Management
Bachelor of Arts (History Hons.)
Teaching, NBA
He is working with NSOM since 2021, he has played a pivotal role in steering the department's strategic growth, academic excellence, and industry engagement. Under his leadership, the department has seen notable advancements in curriculum development, faculty coordination, and academic planning.
With over 13+ years of rich experience in the corporate and academic sectors, Mr. Balakrishanachar brings a well-rounded perspective to business education. His teaching portfolio includes courses in Finance and General Management at the postgraduate level. He is actively involved in student training and placement initiatives, corporate outreach, and organising industry visits to bridge the gap between academia and the business world.
In addition to his academic responsibilities, he serves as a student mentor and counsellor and key contributor to departmental policy formulation and implementation. He also leads various departmental initiatives and coordinates faculty meetings to foster collaboration and continuous improvement.
Mr. Balakrishanachar's commitment to excellence in education and his focus on student success continue to strengthen the department's mission of developing future-ready management professionals.
MBA, M.Com, (PhD)
13+ Years (Teaching and Corporate)
Finance and General Management
Key Academic Responsibilities:
* Conduct annual curriculum review and revision, incorporating feedback from all stakeholders including faculty, industry experts, alumni, and students.
* Organize orientation sessions to familiarize incoming students with the PGDM program structure, expectations, and resources.
* Allocate courses and subjects to faculty members in alignment with their expertise and institutional requirements.
* Prepare and disseminate comprehensive timetables for both first-year and second-year PGDM programs.
* Design and deliver courses in accordance with AICTE guidelines, ensuring alignment with current industry practices and emerging trends.
* Develop original case studies and relevant teaching materials; support faculty in creating and refining their own instructional resources.
* Assign and monitor student projects, internships, and dissertations to ensure timely progress and quality outcomes.
* Propose and implement new elective courses based on industry demand and academic advancements.
* Provide career and research mentorship to students, guiding them on academic and professional pathways.
* Facilitate faculty participation in development programs, workshops, and other capacity-building initiatives.
* Supervise the conduct of regular classes and internal assessments throughout the academic semester.
* Organize departmental meetings and ensure proper documentation of proceedings and decisions.
* Maintain systematic filing and documentation of all academic activities, reports, and records.
* Undertake any additional responsibilities relevant to the academic and teaching-learning processes.
Attended workshop on SAP FICO, ITR and GSTR Filing.
Chikkegowda K J & Balakrishnachar M S (October 2024), Social empowerment ofrnWomen entrepreneurs a crux of Microfinance- Special reference to microloans forrnBusiness at Kolar, Scopus- Journal of Tianjin University Science and Technology.rnISSN 493-2137, Vol 63, Issue 10:2024, DOI 10.5281.
Balakrishnachar M S & Dr. P Sudarkodi (2025), A study on Investor's attitude andrnrationality in choosing their investment avenue in Bengaluru District, MadhyarnBharti - Humanities and Social Sciences, Vol. 86, No.1, January - June: 2025, ISSNrn0974-0066
Balakrishnachar M S & Dr. P Sudarkodi (2025), Performance persistence and RiskrnEvaluation of large cap and Mid Cap Mutual funds in the Indian Market - Referencernto selected Mututal fund schemes, International Journal of cultural studies andrnSocial Sciences, Vol. 22, Issue - 01, No. 01, January - June 2025, ISSN 2347-4777
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/balakrishnachar-m-s-3054841a/
Ms. Chaitra S is an accomplished academician and K-SET qualified faculty member with over nine years of teaching experience in the field of management education. She holds an MBA in Finance and is currently pursuing her PhD in Behavioural Finance at CMS B-School, Jain (Deemed-to-be) University, Bengaluru. Known for her student-centric teaching approach, she focuses on simplifying complex financial concepts and encouraging analytical and critical thinking among students.
Throughout her academic career, Ms. Chaitra has actively contributed to institutional development through roles such as NAAC coordinator, ERP department coordinator, and IQAC department in-charge. She has been involved in curriculum development, academic coordination, student mentoring, and institutional brand-building initiatives. Her dedication to student development is also reflected in her mentoring activities and counselling initiatives, where she has guided hundreds of students in career planning and personal development.
Ms. Chaitra is also an active researcher with several publications in reputed Scopus-indexed, ABDC, and peer-reviewed journals. Her research interests include behavioural finance, investment behaviour, artificial intelligence in finance, and financial analytics. She has presented papers at national and international conferences and authored a textbook on E-Business. In recognition of her commitment to student development and academic excellence, she received the Best Mentor Award in 2024 for her contribution to student counselling and behavioural development.
K-SET, (PhD), MBA, BBA, Certified NLP Trainer
• AMC Engineering College from 2024-2026
• AKIM-MBA from 2022-2024
• Administrative Management College from 2020-2022
• Allum Karibasappa Institute of Management from 2015-2020
• Finance
• Behavioural Finance
• Research Methodology
• Statistics & Quantitively Techniques
• Operation Research
• Got Best Mentor award in 2024 for excellent performance in the area of students counselling and behavior modelling of the students from Scientific International Publishing House.
• Trained more than 650+ students in career counselling & mentoring
• Taking Finance specialization and core Subjects to the students
• Bharatiya Shikshana Mandal (Life time member)
• PRIMAX FOUNDATION (Life time member)
• SIPH (Life time member)
• Toastmasters International (Life time member)
• Behavior finance
• Financial management
• Derivatives
• General Management
• Taxation
• Financial accounting
• Business Statistics
• Operation research
• Cost accounting
• Financial services
1. Published more than 10+ research papers in Scopus, ABDC, UGC-Care and Peer-reviewed journals.
2. Presented research articles in National & International Conference.
3. NLP Practitioner
4. Having certification in the followings:
Mr. Praveen Daniel is a seasoned professional with a distinguished career spanning both the education and corporate sectors. His influence extends into academia, where he has served as a visiting professor at several prestigious institutions, including St. Joseph's College, Christ University, Symbiosis Pune, RV College, and SDM Mysuru. His deep industry knowledge and strategic acumen have been instrumental in mentoring and shaping future business leaders.
A veteran Senior Human Resources professional, Mr. Daniel played a pioneering role as the first HR Head at BigBasket and went on to lead HR functions for organizations such as YouMart and Honestbee. His leadership in building and scaling HR capabilities in high-growth environments has been widely recognised across the industry.
In addition to his academic and corporate achievements, Mr. Daniel is an accomplished entrepreneur. He has successfully founded and managed multiple start-ups in Bengaluru, demonstrating his commitment to innovation, enterprise, and cross-sector leadership. An avid mountaineer, he brings the same spirit of perseverance and exploration to both his professional and personal pursuits.
Currently, Mr. Daniel is a core faculty member at NSOM, where he continues to inspire and guide students, leveraging his diverse and rich professional journey.
PGDHRM, CHRMP(Certified HR Professional), BCOM
He has been a pivotal figure in the corporate sector, beginning his journey with Bigbasket as their first HR professional. Over the years, he has led the Human Resources function for prominent organizations in the retail and HR assessment space, including Bigbasket, Youmart, Honestbee, and Eduquity. With over 23 years of experience, he brings deep expertise in Human Resources and Learning & Development.
Human Resources, Organisation Behaviour, Strategic Management.
Founding HR of BigBasket, Honestbee India.
Heading Human Resources and Training
NHRD, NHRWA
Human Resources, General Management, Strategic Management and SCM
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/praveendaniel/
Dr. Raghavendra brings a wealth of experience in Agribusiness Management, Marketing Management, and Supply Chain Management. He has held key research and project roles, including Senior Research Fellow in a National Institute of Agricultural Marketing-funded project and Project Assistant in a Karnataka Agricultural Price Commission-funded initiative at the University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore.
His industry-relevant contributions span across multiple high-impact projects. He was involved in the sustainability verification project for coffee growers at Enveritas and led components of a social-ecological systems research initiative within the rural-urban interface, funded by Georg-August University Göttingen, Germany. During his postgraduate studies, he completed a Summer Placement Internship at NABARD, gaining practical exposure to the financial mechanisms supporting the agricultural sector.
Currently, Dr. Raghavendra is actively engaged in academia at the NITTE School of Management, where he fosters student learning, applied research, and innovation in agribusiness and rural development.
Agribusiness Management, Marketing Management, Human Resource Management, Supply Chain and Digital Marketing,
Research Co-ordinator
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-raghavendra-p-k-79a645b1/
Prof. Guru Prasad K J is an assistant professor also a motivational speaker and a trainer. Prof. Guru Prasad has conducted more then 60+ workshops on leadership, confidence building, ethics manipulating hard skills into soft skills.
He has also been a global career advisor for an oversees education consultant company. He has also been awarded as best teacher from INCS in 2020.
He is activity training the public and corporate relations across Karnataka.
Placement Assisted for more than 700+ students and successfully placed 585 students across India.
M.Com, MBA, (PhD)
1 year of industry experience with over 10+ years ofrnteaching and training experience.
Having insights on Business Analytics Data Mining, passionate on Personality Development training, Corporate Etiquettes, Mindfulness Coach, Certified counselor from Microsoft
Awarded as Best Teacher from INSC in (2020), peer journal reviewer For INSC Bangalore. He is now associated with Nitte school of management as assistant professor and placement Head.
Marketing management, Human resource management, Business law, project management, Marketing research analytics, Auditing, Managerial Communication, International Business environment, Life skills, Organizational behaviour, Investment management, Financial management, Portfolio management, Soft skills, Business ethics.
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guru-prasad-k-j-3964626b/
Dr. Ashima Sharma is an emerging academic professional with a PhD in Business Management from a prestigious state university in Himachal Pradesh. Her academic credentials also include an MBA with specializations in Marketing and Human Resources. Additionally, she possesses nearly a year of corporate experience with a prominent print media company in North India. Dr. Sharma is deeply passionate about teaching and is consistently motivated by a desire to expand her knowledge and skills.
CXO Award
SPoC for Student Mentorship Program, Students Clubs and Student Newsletter, ICC Student Coordinator, Grievance Cell Coordinator
Human Resources ( Talent Acquisition , Organization Change and Development )
SPSS Master Workshop, Research Method Online workshop
LinkedIn Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/ashimas095/
Dr. Udhayan N - A Distinguished Scholar in Agribusiness Management
We are proud to introduce Dr. Udhayan N, an accomplished academic and researcher in Agribusiness Management, whose expertise spans market dynamics, value chain analysis, and agricultural trade. He holds a Ph.D. in Agribusiness Management from the University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad, where he earned a Gold Medal for his outstanding academic performance. He also holds an MBA (Agribusiness) from Swami Keshwanand Rajasthan Agricultural University, Bikaner, and a B.Sc. in Agriculture from Anbil Dharmalingam Agricultural College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU).
Dr. Udhayan is well-versed in agricultural market analysis, value chain assessment, business development, and policy research. His proficiency extends to data analysis tools such as SPSS, MINITAB, LINGO, and E-Views. His strong public speaking, career counselling, and motivational skills make him an asset to academia and industry alike.
His research contributions are remarkable, with numerous peer-reviewed publications in reputed journals. His doctoral research focused on Market Dynamics, Value Chain, and Export of Wheat from India, providing valuable insights into the country's wheat sector, trade patterns, and price forecasting. He has also studied the Direct Benefit Transfer scheme in fertiliser marketing, highlighting its impact on farmers and retailers.
His dedication to agricultural research, education, and policy development continues to contribute significantly to India's agribusiness sector. We congratulate him on his achievements and look forward to his future contributions.
B.Sc. (Agri)., M.B.A., Ph. D. (Agribusiness Management)
Dr. Udhayan has 1+ Years of teaching experience at Jaya Agricultural College, Tamil Nadu (affiliated with TNAU). He has taught key subjects such as:
• Farm Management, Production & Resource Economics
• Agricultural Marketing, Trade & Prices
• Entrepreneurship & Business Development
• Agricultural Finance & Cooperation
Beyond teaching, he has actively contributed as a Boys Hostel Warden, Entrepreneurship Cell Coordinator, Study Tour Coordinator, and Ward Counsellor.
Heading Research and consultancy
1. Udhayan, N., Naik, A. D., Naik, B. K., & Dolli, N. K. S. (2023). Trends in area, production and productivity of Wheat in India with special reference to Karnataka.
2. Udhayan, N., Naik, A. D., & Hiremath, G. M. (2023). Market Arrivals and Price Behavior of Wheat in Major Markets of India. Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology, 41(10), 378-386.
3. Udhayan, N., Naik, A. D., Naik, B. K., & Dolli, N. K. S. (2023). Export of wheat from India: Destinations and competitiveness.
4. Udhayan, N., & Hiremath, A. N. G. (2023). Forecasting of wheat prices in the major markets of India.
5. Udhayan, N., & Navyasree, N. M. G. P. (2023). Constraint analysis of direct benefit transfer scheme in Namakkal District.
6. Udhayan, N., Naik, A. D., & Hiremath, G. M. (2023). Market Integration among Major Wheat Markets in India. Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology, 41(10), 317-324.
7. Udhayan, N., Naik, A. D., & Hiremath, G. M. (2023). Value Chain Analysis of Wheat in North Karnataka, India. International Journal of Plant & Soil Science, 35(20), 974-979.
8. Udhayan, N., Naik, A. D., & Hiremath, G. M. (2023). An Economic Analysis of Wheat Cultivation in North-Karnataka, India. Int. J. Plant Soil Sci, 35(20), 939-945.
LinkedIn Profile: http://linkedin.com/in/dr-udhayan-n-89b517ba/
Mr. Girinarayan G is a senior HR professional in the areas of leadership, HRM, and Organisation Development. Presently, he works as Senior Partner - Your HR Buddy, OD Consultant, and HR Advisor - CEO HR Consultancy, Fellow - NIPM, and Past Chairman, Karnataka Chapter. He worked for reputed organizations and MNCs such as Siemens, Mercedes Benz, Tata Group, GE India, Terex Corporation, etc. He is a recognized teacher, trainer, and coach. He enlightens our students in HRM areas.
Mr Atul Sharma worked for Bosch group, Cummins Group, DCM Shriram and such other reputed organizations in senior level HR positions. He teaches HRM and TQM at the Institute.
MBA, PGD- IR&PM, LLB, EGMP- IIM Bengaluru
Bharath Rajanna is the Founder & CEO of Edupinnacle, a bootstrapped EdTech startup recognised as one of the “Ten Most Promising Edtech Startups of 2023” by Silicon India. With over a decade of experience in education and entrepreneurship, he has trained more than 60,000 participants across courses in Data Analytics, Digital Marketing, and related disciplines since founding Edupinnacle in 2014.
An alumnus of Bangalore University (MBA), the Indian Institute of Science Bangalore (Executive Education – awarded Outstanding Student of the batch), and IIM Kashipur (Executive Course in Business Analytics and Big Data), Bharath brings a strong academic foundation to his entrepreneurial work. He is currently pursuing his PhD in Management at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, researching the effectiveness of LLM-driven learning approaches in higher education.
Bharath is a passionate advocate for accessible, data-driven education. Through his platforms and ventures, he has consistently worked to bridge the gap between industry requirements and academic preparation, empowering students and professionals with practical analytics and business skills. He has been recognised with multiple national entrepreneurship awards and has participated in prestigious global forums including the MIT Global Startup Workshop.
MBA – Bangalore University | Executive Education – Indian Institute of Science Bangalore (IISc), awarded Outstanding Student | Executive Course in Business Analytics and Big Data – IIM Kashipur | PhD (Pursuing) in Management – CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore
Founder & CEO, Edupinnacle (2014 – Present) – Built and scaled an EdTech startup that has trained 60,000+ participants in Data Analytics and Digital Marketing. Prior academic and entrepreneurship activities include founding campus entrepreneurship initiatives and leading e-leadership programmes at the national level.
Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Big Data, Educational Technology (EdTech), LLM-driven Learning, Entrepreneurship, Digital Marketing
Best Paper Presentation, Department of BBM (2009) | E-Leader, NEN-E Week 2011 – coordinated 150+ activities, won Championship Trophy competing against colleges across India | Awarded by Federation of Karnataka Chambers of Commerce, Government of Karnataka, and VTU for Best Business Plan (2014) | Young Entrepreneur Award, National Foundation for Entrepreneurial Development, Chennai (2014) | Best Campus Entrepreneur Award, AIMS Institutes, Bangalore (2014) | Best Startup (7th position nationally), Tata First Dot NEN (2014) | Best Contributor to College, AIMS Institutions (2014) | Part of MIT Global Startup Workshop (first edition in India, Hyderabad, 2016) | Part of Tech In Asia Conference (2016) | Young Achievers Award 2021, IAF | 10 Most Promising Edtech Companies in India, Silicon India Magazine (2023)
Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Digital Marketing
Edupinnacle, founded in 2014, has trained more than 60,000 participants across various courses. Bharath was part of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Global Startup Workshop in 2016 – the first time it was organized in India (Hyderabad). He has been actively involved in promoting entrepreneurship at the campus and national level throughout his career.
Mr. Kenchappa M S joined NSOM in August 2022 as a Librarian, where he has been actively involved in Library administration. He has very rich experience in library administration in various colleges. He performs various key roles like, organising, managing, and providing access to information resources in a library also responsible for selecting and acquiring books, journals, databases, and other materials for the library.
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pradeep-mm-0646b1220/
System Administrator with over 10 years of experience in managing and maintaining IT infrastructure in a college environment. Specialising in Windows Server services, including Active Directory (AD), DNS, DHCP, WSUS, and Group Policy management. Skilled in deploying and managing Endpoint Security solutions, data backup systems, and firewall configurations. Proficient in network administration, including switch configuration, network performance monitoring, and troubleshooting. Known for ensuring secure, reliable, and efficient IT operations that support academic and administrative functions.
Mr Guru Shekar joined NSOM in April 2019 as an Executive Assistant, where he has been actively involved in a wide range of administrative responsibilities. His key duties include preparing Minutes of Meetings, drafting fund request letters for management approval, issuing Bonafide Certificates and Bank Loan Letters for students, and creating official circulars and notices. In addition, he supports various day-to-day administrative functions to ensure smooth and efficient operations within the institution.
Ms. Kashmi MP works at Nitte School of Management as an administrative assistant and front desk executive. She monitors the daily operations of the front office, making sure that administrative support is seamless and effective across departments.
Ms. Kashmi upholds the institution's hospitality as the initial point of contact for all guests. She is essential to providing outstanding customer service, accurate information, and smooth communication within the organisation
Raghavendra V plays a key role in the Placement Department where he is responsible for maintaining the student database, sharing job descriptions with the Students, and managing student profiles. He also analyse the student data, communicate recruiter information to the Students effectively and maintain essential reports such as MIS, EOD, and MOM.
Mr. Ganesh Prabhu joined Nitte School of Management on 16 March 2026 as Assistant Manager – Human Resources, bringing over 15 years of experience in HR operations, Compliance and Statutory requirements, Payroll and benefits administration, Employee relations and talent acquisition.
Prior to joining Nitte, he was associated with reputed organizations, where he played a key role in coordinating recruitment activities, supporting employee engagement initiatives and managing statutory compliance and payroll administration.
He has demonstrated expertise in managing complex employee relations and streamlining HR operations to effectively support institutional goals and academic excellence.
Ms. Ranjitha works at Nitte School of Management as an Admission Counselor, handling admissions for MCA, MBA, and PGDM programs. With over 11 years of experience in schools and colleges, she has built strong expertise in administration and student counseling.
She is skilled in guiding students and parents through the admission process, helping them choose the right career path based on their interests and goals. She has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling her to build trust and maintain long-term relationships with students.
Her experience also includes managing documentation, coordinating with academic departments, and ensuring a smooth admission process from inquiry to enrollment. She is passionate about student success and committed to providing accurate guidance and support at every stage of their academic journey.
