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The Academic Advisory Council at the Kirloskar Institute of Management (KIM) is a distinguished body composed of renowned academicians, industry experts, and thought leaders. The Council plays a pivotal role in ensuring the academic excellence and relevance of KIM’s programs by developing the Program outcomes and Course Outcomes to be in line with our Vision and Mission statement.

Members of the Council provide valuable insights and guidance on curriculum development, faculty development, research initiatives, and overall academic standards. Their expertise helps KIM stay abreast of the latest trends in management education, ensuring that our programs remain relevant to the evolving needs of the industry and society.

The Council’s recommendations and advice contribute to the continuous improvement of KIM’s academic offerings, fostering a culture of innovation and intellectual growth among our students and faculty.

Academic Council

Dr. T.G. Vijaya

Professor (OB/HR), Director,  KIM Pune

Dr. Azhar Shaikh

Associate Professor (Marketing)

Dr. Hari Babu S

Associate Professor (Finance)

Dr. Nitu Singhi

Assistant Professor (OB/HR)

Dr. Digvijay Singh

Assistant Professor (Operations)

Dr. Srinivasan R. Iyengar

Professor & Former Director JBIMS

Dr. S. Bharadhwaj

Chair Professor of Marketing, Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai

Mr. Rajiv Mitra

CEO, Prabhat Dairy

Mr. Baliram Mutagekar

Vice President, BNY Mellon

Mr. Shankar Hariharan

Head – Programme Office