Director PGDM

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About the Role

Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) Program

Key Responsibilities

Academic Leadership

• Lead the PGDM program in line with AICTE/UGC guidelines and institutional vision.
• Drive curriculum design, review, and implementation to ensure industry relevance and global standards.
• Foster academic excellence through innovative pedagogy, case-based learning, research, and experiential projects.
• Mentor faculty and students to achieve high academic standards and holistic growth.

Strategic & Administrative Leadership

• Formulate and execute the strategic vision for the PGDM program.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory bodies (AICTE, NBA, NAAC, etc.).
• Oversee admissions strategy, student recruitment, and enrollment targets.
• Manage program budgets, faculty development plans, and academic resources effectively.

Industry & Corporate Engagement

• Build strong collaborations with industry leaders for placements, internships, live projects, and guest lectures.
• Enhance the brand positioning of the PGDM program through corporate tie-ups, events, and partnerships.
• Encourage entrepreneurship and innovation through incubation, startup support, and industry mentoring.

Research & Development

• Promote faculty and student research, publications, and case writing.
• Lead initiatives for international collaborations, exchange programs, and conferences.
• Encourage interdisciplinary research in emerging areas like AI, Analytics, Sustainability, and Entrepreneurship.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Education:

  Ph.D. in Management (preferred) or equivalent with first-class at Master’s level in Management (MBA/PGDM).

• Experience:

  Minimum 15 years of academic/industry experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role (Dean/Director/Head of Department) in reputed management institutions.
• Strong academic credentials with research publications in reputed journals.
• Proven track record in institution building, accreditations (NBA/NAAC/AICTE), and academic leadership.
• Excellent industry connect and experience in fostering corporate partnerships.
• Visionary leadership with strong interpersonal, communication, and mentoring skills.

Key Competencies

• Academic and administrative leadership
• Strategic thinking & decision-making
• Strong corporate & alumni networking
• Student-focused approach
• Research orientation & innovation
• Branding and program promotion