<p>As an early academician in my career, I am seeking an institution where teaching, research, and industry engagement are woven together in a meaningful way, and NICMAR&rsquo;s legacy immediately resonates with that aspiration. With more than four decades of contribution to construction, real estate, infrastructure, and project management education, and origins dating back to 1983, NICMAR has grown from an industry-led initiative into a pioneering university with a strong national reputation and a wide alumni base. Joining such an institution would allow me to contribute to a well-established academic ecosystem while learning from senior colleagues who have shaped this legacy over many years.</p>
<p>I am particularly drawn to NICMAR&rsquo;s research culture. Recognition as a Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (SIRO) and the establishment of a dedicated Research &amp; Development department and doctoral school reflect a deep institutional commitment to knowledge creation, sponsored projects, and high-quality publications. As someone who wishes to build a long-term career as a teacher&ndash;researcher, I see this environment as ideal for developing rigorous work in areas such as sustainability, marketing, and responsible management within the built environment and allied sectors. The availability of seed funding, encouragement for conference participation, and collaboration with industry and international partners further strengthen my belief that I can grow here as an active researcher while contributing to NICMAR&rsquo;s output and reputation.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Equally important to me is NICMAR&rsquo;s strong industry connect and practice-oriented pedagogy, which ensures that management education remains closely aligned with real-world challenges. My prior corporate and teaching experience has convinced me that students learn best when theory is constantly linked to practice, through cases, projects, and field-based assignments. At NICMAR, I would be keen to design such learning experiences, mentor students in research and internships, and contribute to curriculum development in MBA programmes. I wish to join NICMAR not only to advance my own academic journey but also to participate in building the next generation of professionals who can lead organizations with competence, integrity, and a strong sense of social responsibility.</p>