<p style="text-align: justify;">I am a <strong>Ph.D. in Management (Finance) and a UGC-NET</strong> qualified academician with over <strong>25 years</strong> of experience across higher education, research, doctoral supervision, corporate training, and&nbsp; coaching. Currently serving as Associate Professor at Sri Balaji University, Pune, I have consistently aligned my professional journey with the pursuit of academic rigor, industry relevance, and leadership development. I seek to contribute to NICMAR University&rsquo;s mission of nurturing technically competent, ethically grounded, and industry-ready professionals in infrastructure and project management domains.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" data-start="700" data-end="1532">My academic specialization lies in F<strong>inancial Management and Cost &amp; Management Accounting</strong>&mdash;disciplines that serve as the financial spine of infrastructure, construction, and real estate enterprises. Over the past two decades, I have taught Financial Management, Management Accounting, Cost Accounting, Behavioural Finance, Research Methodology, and Business Communication at the postgraduate level. My teaching approach blends analytical depth with application-oriented learning. I train students to think critically and act responsibly. I believe that finance is not only about numerical precision but also about sound judgment&mdash;where numbers inform strategy and ethics guide decisions.&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" data-start="1534" data-end="2359">My research portfolio reflects sustained scholarly engagement. I have published in Scopus-indexed and UGC &amp; AICTE approved peer-reviewed journals, including the <strong><em data-start="1695" data-end="1727">Journal of Strategic Marketing</em> </strong>(Scopus Indexed Q1, ABDC A), contributed chapters to internationally indexed Scopus publications, and developed case studies featured by the globally reputed <strong>Case Centre.</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">As a <strong>Ph.D. research guide in Finance</strong>, I mentor doctoral scholars in research design, quantitative methodologies, publication strategy, and academic ethics. I view research supervision not merely as academic guidance but as intellectual stewardship&mdash;shaping scholars who can contribute meaningfully to theory and practice. I have conducted several FDP&rsquo;s in research methodology. My role as reviewer and referee for peer-reviewed journals further underscores my commitment to research quality and academic integrity.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" data-start="2820" data-end="3316">Beyond academia, I bring strong industry interface. I am a <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp;</span>certified <strong>Training from the Back of the Room (TBR)</strong> practitioner<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp;combining </span>behavioural insight with financial expertise. I have delivered over <strong>350 Management Development Programs</strong> covering more than <strong>500 hours</strong> of corporate training for institutions such as National Insurance Academy Pune , Institute of Facility Managers and Engineers, Public Sector Undertakings, and private-sector MSMEs. This engagement enables me to bridge classroom concepts with real-world financial challenges, particularly in budgeting, cost control, financial management, and strategic decision-making.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;" data-start="3318" data-end="3698">As an International Coaching Federation credentialed <strong>Professional Certified Coach (PCC)</strong> with over <strong>900 hours</strong> of coaching experience,. I aim to develop leaders who combine analytical competence with reflective judgment&mdash;qualities essential in infrastructure and project-driven environments. As an <strong>IMC trained mentor</strong>, I have mentored, coached, and trained over <strong>1,000</strong> students in enhancing their employability competencies, focusing on career readiness, professional communication, behavioural skills, and industry alignment.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">NICMAR University&rsquo;s focus on innovation, industry integration, and nation-building through infrastructure education resonates strongly with my professional philosophy. I aspire to contribute through impactful teaching, research in&nbsp; finance, doctoral supervision, training&nbsp; and coaching initiatives&mdash;strengthening both academic excellence and industry impact while shaping financially prudent, ethically resilient, and future-ready leaders for national growth.</p>
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