Shiv Nadar University, a distinguished Institution of Eminence (IoE) in India, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Sundaravaradhan Venkatesh as the Dean of the School of Management and Entrepreneurship, effective from November 20, 2023. Dr. Venkatesh will report to Dr. Ananya Mukherjee, the Vice Chancellor of Shiv Nadar University, succeeding Dr. Bibek Bannerjee, who has served in this capacity for the past three years.
Dr. Venkatesh brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role, with a background in audit and manufacturing industries, as well as extensive involvement in academia. He has held positions as a lecturer at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore for eight years and at the Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand for 18 years. Additionally, he has served as a visiting faculty in esteemed educational institutions in France, India, Vietnam, Nepal, and Thailand.
Throughout his career, Dr. Venkatesh has demonstrated a commitment to excellence in education, a passion for fostering innovation, and a dedication to promoting entrepreneurship. He is a distinguished scholar, with an outstanding track record in contributing to management education, entrepreneurship, and accounting through impactful research and scholarly activities. Dr. Venkatesh has authored over 25 articles in renowned academic journals, addressing critical issues in financial analysis, corporate finance, strategic management and controls, and leadership.
With extensive experience in designing and delivering executive and management development programs, Dr. Venkatesh has also mentored senior managers in the corporate sector. Over the past two decades, he has designed, marketed, and delivered high-impact executive development programs. His research interests include the utilization of finance and accounting theories in managerial and personal decision-making, particularly in emerging markets, using survey and case study methods.
In expressing his thoughts on his new role, Dr. Venkatesh stated, “I am honoured to be a part of Shiv Nadar University and lead the School of Management and Entrepreneurship. I am excited to work with the talented faculty, staff, and students to enhance the school’s reputation and contribute to its ongoing success.”
Dr. Venkatesh completed his Ph.D. from the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad, and is a certified Chartered Accountant from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. He also holds a Bachelor of Law from the University of Kolkata and a Bachelor of Science from the Institute of Directors, Thailand.
His notable achievements include receiving the Faculty of the Year Award for outstanding performance in 2009-2010 and 2010-2011, awarded by Vietnam National University- Ho Chi Minh City. In 1999, he was top-listed for excellent performance in teaching the PGP course on Management Accounting at the Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore.
Dr. Venkatesh’s appointment as the Dean of the School of Management and Entrepreneurship at Shiv Nadar University marks a significant milestone, and his extensive knowledge and experience are sure to contribute to the continuous development and success of the institution.
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