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PGPXPOST-GRADUATE PROGRAMME IN
MANAGEMENT FOR EXECUTIVES
CLASS OF 2016
THE
TRANSFORMERSLeaders of change
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT AHMEDABADINDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT AHMEDABAD
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CONTENTS
Profile�-�Class�of�2016
Past�Recruiters
Placement�Process�and�Policies
Messages�
Eminent�Speakers
The�Faculty
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THE DIRECTOR
Message�From�
It�gives�me�immense�pride�and�pleasure�in�introducing�to�you�the�PGPX�class�of�2016,�the�tenth�graduating�class�of�the�PGPX�program.�Every�year,�85�of�the�best�management�professionals�from�India�and�abroad�are� selected� for� this� unique� one� year� learning� experience� at� IIM�Ahmedabad.�This� is� a� class� of� highly� accomplished� individuals,�with� exceptional�managerial�and�leadership�abilities,�honed�by�the�academic�rigour�and�challenging� learning� environment� that� this� course� provides.� These�professionals�have�an�average�work�experience�of�10�years�in�various�industries� and� functional� areas.� Several� of� them� have� substantial�international� experience.� The� students� have� leveraged� their�experience�to�make�best�use�of�the�learning�opportunities�provided�by�the� course,� the� faculty,� and� their� peers.� Their� learning� has� been�supported�by�the�Instituteʼs�case-method�based�pedagogy�and�lively�discussions�in�the�classroom�and�beyond.��The� PGPX� program�has� a� successful� history� of� developing� industry�leaders� of� the� future.� Graduates� of� this� program� have� excelled� in�leadership�positions�across�a�diverse�set�of�industries.�I�am�confident�that�in�our�PGPX�class�of�2016,�you�will�surely�find�the�leaders�you�are�looking� for� -� individuals� with� high� motivation� level,� talent,� and�experience� to�add�value� to�your�organization�and�together�achieve�your�goals.
Professor�Ashish�Nanda
Experience�without�theory�is�blind,but�theory�without�experience�is�mere�intellectual�play.
-�Immanuel�Kant
02 03
THE PROGRAMME CHAIRPERSON
Message�From�
Dear�Recruiter,
In� todayʼs� fast� changing� world,� it� is� often� said� that� intelligence� is�increasingly�becoming�a�commodity�and�the�ability�to�learn�and�re-learn� is�coveted.�Nothing� is�constant�except�change� itself.�With�our�PGPX�program,� the� intelligence�of� the�class�and�the�ability�of� these�professionals�to�deliver�is�a�given�and�learning�for�them�doesnʼt�end�at�IIMA.�As�we�celebrate�a�decade�of�our�highly�successful�PGPX�program,�I�have�witnessed�for�myself�how�the�program�has�shaped�out�to�be�a�crucible�where�the�experience�and�realism�is�blended�with�the�best�of�management�learning�that�the�country�can�offer.�This�yields�talent�that�is�worthy�of�leading�the�Indian�industry�in�the�years�to�come.�
Within�the�class�of�85�students,�I�am�sure�you�will�find�the�specific�mix�of�technical�knowledge,�functional�experience,�industry�background�and�leadership�traits�that�you�are�looking�for�in�your�leaders�of�change.�
It�gives�me�great�pleasure�to�introduce�the�PGPX�Class�of�2016�to�you.�
�Professor�Sunil�Maheshwari
04
THE PLACEMENT CHAIRPERSON
Message�From�
Visitors�to�the�picturesque�100�acre�institution�called�IIMA�get�a�chance�to�walk�through�a�unique�100-feet�underground�passage.��This�passage�not�only�connects� IIMAʼs� heritage� campus� to� its� new� campus� but� acts� as� a�permanently�open�100-feet�underground�photo�gallery�that�depicts�IIMAʼs�progress�from�its�inception�to�crossing�the�half-century�mark.
This�unique�gallery�is�an�embodiment�of�the�IIMAʼs�character�‒�seamlessly�connecting�Indiaʼs�business�heritage�to�the�new-age�management�practices.��By� harnessing� the� accumulated� knowledge� of� about� 300� former� faculty�members�over�the�last�half�century�and�anchoring�the�knowledge�base�of�about� 100� current� faculty�members� into� it,� IIMA�has� turned� itself� into� an�academic�colossus.��Today,�graduating�from�this�colossus�has�become�the�rite�of�passage�for�the�would-be�successful�young�managers�and�entrepreneurs.Dear� Recruiters,� Welcome� to� IIMA!� � It� gives� me� immense� pleasure� to�introduce� to� you� the� 85-member� strong� contingent� of� executives� that�constitutes�the�class�of�PGPX�2015.��These�executives�were�selected�through�a�rigorous,� internationally� conducted� admissions� process� that� included�leadership�profiling,�personal�interviews�and�a�highly�competitive�average�GMAT�score�of�706.� �The�candidates�have�an�average�work�experience�of�about�10�years�and�despite�being�away�from�school�for�a�reasonable�period�of�time,� they�have�gone�through�a�highly�demanding�academic�programme�and�the� intellectual� rigour�of� IIMA.� �The�programme�design� is�based�on�a�vigorous�debate�that�brought�out�the�best�from�corporate�executives�and�IIMA�faculty.��
Through� my� engagement� with� the� programme� in� my� capacity� as� the�Placement� Chair,� I� have� followed� the� academic� progress� of� the� PGPX�executives�very�closely.� � I�can�confidently�say�that�they�are�the�best�in�the�business.��It�is�no�surprise�that�PGPX�has�been�consistently�ranked�either�first�or� second� worldwide� in� terms� of� Career� Progression� by� Financial� Times.��Come,�visit�us�and�harness�the�rich�experience,�commitment,�integrity�and�the�management�skills�of�executives�that�we�have�nurtured�here�at�IIMA.
Professor�Satish�Deodhar
05
Imagine� 85� dynamic� professionals,� each� with� a� unique� skill� set,�powered� by� rich� industry� experience� spanning� across� sectors� and�continents.�All�raring�to�make�a�difference�and�make�their�mark.�When�this�group�deliberates�and�brainstorms�with�Indiaʼs�best�management�faculty�over�800�classroom�hours,�and�finds�solutions�to�some�of�the�toughest�business�problems�over�300�case�studies,� the�outcome�is�transformational.�The�Indian�Institute�of�Management,�Ahmedabad,�proudly�presents�to�you�the�PGPX�Class�of�2016�-�a�talented�group�of�future�leaders�with�an�ability�to�build�and�transform�Indian�and�global�businesses,�cutting�across�organizational�and�cultural�borders.�
For�over�five�decades,�IIMA,�Indiaʼs�top�ranked�management�school,�has�produced�exceptionally�bright�management�graduates�who�have�gone� to� lead� and� even� establish� businesses� around� the� world.�In� 2006-07,� IIMA� launched� the� Post� Graduate� Programme� in�Management� for� Executives� (PGPX),� a� one� year� full� time� program�designed�especially�for�mid-level�and�senior�managers.�The�first�nine�batches� have� created� new�benchmarks,�with� companies� selecting�participants�for�top�leadership�and�strategic�roles.�The�current�batch�promises�to�set�new�records�&�break�new�frontiers.
PGPX - AN AMALGAM OF EXPERIENCE
AND LEARNING AT IIMA
PGPX is ranked
No. 1 One Year MBA Programme In India
No. 2 In Career Progression WorldwideFT GLOBAL MBA RANKINGS 2015
06 07
Infusing learning into experience
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PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
PGPX�is�a�one�year�full�time�Post�Graduate�Program�in�Management�for�experienced� professionals.� The� design� of� the� program,� developed�through�regular�consultations�with�industry�leaders�and�IIMA�faculty,�keeps�the�program�relevant�and�state�of�the�art.�Not�surprisingly,�the�PGPX�program�has�been�ranked�number�two�in�career�progression�in�the�world�and�ranked�number�one�overall�in�India�by�Financial�Times�in�its�Global�MBA�ranking.�
The�famed�case�based�pedagogy�and�rigorous�academic�curriculum�of�IIMA�ensures�that�PGPX�students�are�more�than�adequately�equipped�and� empowered� with� requisite� knowledge� and� skill-sets� to� attain�leadership� positions� and� add� value� to� their� organizations.� PGPX�students�also�undergo�an�intensive�two�week�International�Immersion�Program�(IIP).�In�this�program,�the�students�attend�sessions�at�leading�global�business� schools.� This� segment� equips� the� students�with� an�understanding� of� macro-dynamics� of� business� in� an� international�setting.�
The� combination� of� rich� industry� experience,� proven� leadership�potential�and�IIMA's�academic�rigour�results�in�talent�that�is�ready�to�hit�the�ground� running� in� today's� complex�business� environment.� The�graduates�from�this�course�have�been�hired�for�senior�leadership�roles,��in�companies�across�the�globe.
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LIST OF COURSES - CORE & ELECTIVES
Core�Course•� Leadership,�Values�and�Ethics•� Leadership�Skills•� Corporate�Governance•� Management�Communication•� Business�Simulation�Game�(Capstone)•� Strategic�Human�Resources�� Management•� Organizational�Behaviour
Leadership�and�Management
Electives•� Managing�and�Creating�Creativity•� Inspired�Leadership�through�� Personnel�Mastery•� Advance�Course�on�Managing�and�� Creating�Creativity•� Management�of�Indian�and�� International�Commercial�Contracts•� Potential�to�Performance:�� The�Journey�of�Self-Awareness•� Business�Relationships�and�Networks•� HR�Practices�in�India�‒�A�Practitionerʼs�� Perspective
Core�Course•� Financial�Reporting�and�Analysis•� Corporate�Finance•� Strategic�Cost�Management•� Financial�Markets•� Firms�and�Markets•� Open�Economy�Macroeconomics
Finance�and�Economics
Electives•� Carbon�Finance•� Effective�Management�of�� Financial�Function•� Infrastructure�Development�&�� Public�Private�Partnerships•� Financial�Statement�Analysis•� Venture�Capital�and�Private�Equity•� Derivatives�and�Risk�Management•� International�Economic�and�� Political�Economy•� International�Financial�� Management
Core�Course•� Modeling�for�Decisions•� Analysis�of�Data•� Strategic�Management•� Legal�Aspects�of�Business•� Mergers�and�Acquisitions
Business�Strategy
Core�Course•� Designing�Operations�to�Meet�Demand•� Setting�and�Delivering�Service�Levels•� Quality�Management•� Management�Control�and�Metrics�for�� Organizational�Performance
Operations
Electives•� Logistics�Management•� Supply�Chain�Management•� Elephants�&�Cheetahs�:�� Systems,�Strategy�and�Bottlenecks•� Perspectives�on�Operations�Management
Core�Course•� Assessing�and�Creating�Customer�Value•� Delivering�and�Managing�Customer�Value
Marketing
Electives•� Marketing�Management�in�the�World�� of�Hi-Tech�&�Innovation•� Strategic�Business-to-Business�� Market�Management•� Real�Estate�Management•� Strategic�Marketing
•� Strategy�and�Innovation•� Business�Turnaround�and�� Organizational�Transformation
Electives•� Business�Analytics•� Management�of�New�and�� Small�Firms•� Strategic�Thinking�&�� Decision�Making•� Strategic�Management�of�� Information�Systems•�� Understanding�and�� Assessing�Risk•� Social�Entrepreneurship:�� Innovating�Social�Change
10 11
Beyond borders. Across cultures.
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PROFILE - CLASS OF 2016
AVG.�GMAT�SCORE
706
4343
16 FEMALE 69MALE
3�INTERNATIONALSTUDENTS
GENDER�DIVERSITY
43�STUDENTS�WITHINTERNATIONALEXPERIENCE
13
Educational��Qualification
Industry�Background
Post�Graduate
Graduate
Doctorate
5034
1
85
Heavy�Industry�-�3
Shipping�-�2
EngineeringConsulting�-�1
Infrastructure�-�1
Advertising�-�1Banking�&
Financial�Services
Others
Manufacturing�
Management�Consulting�
Aeronautics
299
8
8
65 4 4
3333
IT�&�IT�Services
85
Work�Experience
<�8�Years
10
13
4 5885 8-12�Years
12-16�Years
>�16�Years
PROFILE - CLASS OF 2016
Retail
Healthcare
Armed�ForcesEnergy�&Power
Telecom
Semiconductors
14
Experienced. Versatile. Focused.
15
Engineering�Manager,�United�Health�Group,�India•� Successfully�implemented�a�strategic�business�transition�that�lead�to�
resource�consolidation� ,�and� is�expected� to�save�$30�mn�between�2014-2016
•� Planned�and�executed� the� recruitment,�on-boarding�and� ramp-up�strategy�ensuring�business�continuity�during�transition
•� Managed� a� 60� member� cross� -� functional� team� ,� which� had� the�ownership�of�managing�and�maintaining��as�many�as�12�legacy�assets�of�the�company
Project�Manager,�Wipro�Limited,�US/India•� Managed�a�portfolio�yielding�$40�mn�annually� �-�activities�involving�
resource�planning,�billing�and� invoicing� for� the�worldʼs� largest�Hi-Tech�electronic�equipment�manufacturing�company
•� Managed� stakeholders� and� a� 15� member� strong� geographically�separated�multi-vendor�team�to�architect�a�business�analytics�system�that�will�manage�and� track� the�usage�and�maintenance�of� capital�equipment�owned�by�the�company,�holding�a�net�worth�of�$50�bn
Technology�Lead,�Infosys�Technologies,�US/India•� Led�design�and�development�of�several�large�and�complex�projects�
across�domains�such�as��US�Healthcare�and�Telecommunications
Dy.�Manager,�Engineers�India�Ltd.•� Handled� contracts�worth� $165�mn� for�mega� hydrocarbon� project�
from�Concept�to�Commissioning.�Projects�include�BORL,�MRPL,�IOCL,�Panipat&�GAIL,�VijaipurPC(II)
•� Responsible�for�Management�reporting,�Progress�review�and�action�plan�management,�Man-hour�estimation,� control� and�deployment�decision
•� Revamped�Fertilizer�division�of�EIL,�formulized�execution�policy�and�established�task�force
•� Instrumental� in� winning� international� projects� worth� $20� mn� in�Bangladesh,�Nigeria�&�Indonesia�
•� Prepared� project� proposal� of� ₹200� Cr.� Implemented� Activity� level�Man-hour�allocation�method�and�saved�20%�proposal�cost
•� Led�Field�Cell� of� 10�engineers� and� restored�Construction�progress�clearing�backlog�of�14%�in�a�record�4�months
Achievement•� Negotiated�multiple�orders�worth�₹50�Cr.�leading�to�15%�cost�savings•� Reduced� drawing� approval� cycle� time� by� 30%� by� implementing�
online�document�management�system�•� Received� management� appreciation� for� initiating“PDMS� Support�
Modeling�Scheme”�to�solve�re-engineering�problem�saving�600�man�hours
16
12�years��of�global�experience�inbusiness�development,�stakeholdermanagement,�transition�managementand�IT�consulting.
Amar�Kumar�Choudhary
B.Tech.�(Mining�MachineryEngineering,�Indian�School�of�Mines,Dhanbad)
Abhishek�Gupta
B.E.�(Mechanical)
8.5�years�of�Project�Management,Proposal,�Quality�&�Risk�Managementand�Engineering�Consultancy�in�Oil�&Gas�and�Fertilizer�Industries.
https://in.linkedin.com/in/abhishekgupta17 https://in.linkedin.com/in/amarchoudhary
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Technical�Project�Manager,�LRN�Technologies•� Managed�multiple�projects�on�Data�analytics�and�Experiential��� Learning•� Led� a� team� of� vendors,� software� developers,� and� infrastructure�
personnel� on� a� mission-critical� project� to� reduce� the� E-learning�course� development� cycle� by� 92%,� resulting� in� competitive�advantage
•� Participated� in� designing� the� Technology� Roadmap,� Resource�Forecasting�and�Budgeting�as�a�core�team�member
•� Involved� in� Risk� Management,� Vendor� Management,� Contract�Negotiations�and�Recruitment
Technology�Lead,�Infosys•� 5�years�of�onsite�experience(AT&T,�USA)�managing�medium�and�large�
scale�projects•� Led�a�team�of�30�developers�on�a�software�product�worth� �$3�mn�in�
annual� revenue� and� 5000� licensed� users� across� USA,� Europe� and�APAC
•� Worked�on�RFPs�and�product�pilots•� Primary�Architect�of�application�to�gather�real�time�data�for�efficient�
planning�of�truck�rolls�with�annual�savings�of�$1�mn•� Led�a�team�of�15�on�a�critical�fallout-handling�module�for�the�AT&T�
resulting�in�savings�of�$5�mn•� Led�400�people�strong�Infosys�Center�as�the�Lead�Configuration�� Controller�to�successfully�achieve�AT&T�Security�compliance
Amit�Kumar
Treasury�Official,�Global�Markets,�SBI•� Managed�treasury�portfolio�worth��₹�280�bn•� Built� relationship� with� corporates� across� Maharashtra,� Goa� and�
Chattisgarh•� Advised� corporates� on� financial� markets� and� managing� risks,�
including�interest�rate�risk�in�their�treasury�portfolio•� Structured�customised�treasury�products�using�permitted�derivatives•� Contributed�in�development,�launch�and�marketing�of�SBI�FX�Trade,�
an�online�currency�futures�trading�platform
Credit�Analyst,�SBI•� Undertook� credit� risk� appraisal� and� assessment� of� new� as�well� as�
existing�advance�accounts•� Recommended�and�obtained�sanction�for�100+�advance�accounts
Field�Officer,�SBI•� Managed�advances�portfolio�worth�₹�550�mn�comprising�units�from�
different�industries•� Handled� pre-sanction� and� post-sanction� processes� of� 35� advance�
account�
Amit�Kumar
BIT,�Delhi�UniversityPMP®�-�Project�ManagementInstitute�(USA)
IT�Program�Manager�with�10+�years�ofglobal�experience�in�ProductDevelopment,�Project�Management,and�Stakeholder.
M.A.�,�B.A.�(Hons)�in�French,JNU�New�DelhiCAIIB,�IIBF,�MumbaiMDP,�IIM�Lucknow
9�years�of�experience�in�TreasuryBusiness�Development�andSolutions,�Corporate�Credit�andGeneral�Banking�in�SBI.
The�PGPX�course�provided�me�with�the�perfect�one�year�intensive��training�&�overview�in�general�management�that�I�wanted.�The��quality�of�the�faculty,�
classmates�as�well�as�the�intensity�of�the�program��made�it�possible�for�me�to�broaden�my�approach�to�thinking�about��management�problems�and�issues.
-�James�Beeson,�Alumni,�Class�of�2007Vice-President,�Finance�at�United�Water,�China
https://in.linkedin.com/in/amitkumar0414 https://in.linkedin.com/in/amitin
Deputy�Manager,�Bharat�Electronics�Limited•� Led�a�team�of�nine�people�to�successfully�execute�Production��� Testing,�Installation�and�Commissioning���and�maintenance�of�� Radars.�Oversaw�work�related�to�three�Radars-�SRE,�INDRA-II�and�� STAR-2000,�installed��at�over�70�locations�all�over�India•� Organized�and�imparted�Operation�and�Maintenance�training�on����� various�Radars�to�Defence�Personnel�Assisted�in��manpower�� planning,�workspace�planning,��asset�requirements��projection�� and�personnel�movement�to�sites•� Worked�as�Site�coordinator�for�Installation�and�Commissioning�of��� SRE�Radar�at�two�sites.�Had�been��part�of�teams�during�technology�� absorption�phase�of�new�Radars�produced�under�ToT�and�AMC���� Negotiations�thereafter•� Conducted�Quality�Acceptance�Test�of�Radar�sub-assemblies�� such�as�EHT�Tank,�Heat�Exchanger�and�RF-IF��assemblies•� In�2012,�received�training�on�STAR-2000�Radar�at�France
Assistant�Manager,�Indraprastha�Power�Generation�Co.�Ltd.•� Worked�in�the�Control�and�Instrumentation�Department
Achievements•� In�2006,�received�appreciation�letter�from�Bhatinda�Unit�of�Air�� Force�for�providing�critical�support�for���INDRA-II�Radar•� In�2011�and�2012,�received�suggestion�awards�for�̒Design�and�� Manufacturing�of�Temperature�Monitoring��Unitʼ�and�̒Repair�of�� LIU�interface�Test�jigʼ
Team�Lead,�Cognizant•� Led�the�design�and�delivery�of�critical�modules�of�mobile�and��� internet�applications�for�a�US�retail�bank•� Delivered�a�software�module�that�mitigates�the�legal�risk�arising�� out�of�digital�applications�for�a�US�bank�•� Delivered�an�innovative�solution�that�significantly�reduces�the�� effort�in�rolling�out�key�applications�in�newer�geographies�for�a�US�� brokerage�firm
Senior�Applications�Engineer,�Oracle•� Integrated�Oracleʼs�CRM�suite�with�an�external�product�to�� enhance�the�effectiveness�of�sales�personnel•� Rolled�out�access�control�and�user�security�features�for�Oracleʼs�� mobile�CRM�application
Career�Highlights•� Rich�experience�doing�a�variety�of�roles�in�areas�of�Market�� Research,�Business�Case�Preparation,�Patent�Literature�Survey,�� Client�Management,�Project�Planning,�Design�&�Development,�� Training�&�KM•� Excelled�working�at�the�intersection�of�technology�and�business�� to�acquire�technical�expertise�in�Programming,�Application�� Architecture,�Middleware,�Web�and�Mobile�Development�and�� functional�expertise�in�CRM�and�BFS�domain
18
B.Sc.�(PCM)�,Ewing�Christian�College,University�Of�AllahabadB.Tech.�(Electronics�&�Telecommunication)University�of�AllahabadSIX�SIGMA�Green�Belt
10+�years�experience�in�DefenceManufacturing�Unit�involving�Production,Maintenance,�Product�Support,�AMC�&Installation�and�Commissioning�of�Radars.�
Amrutha�BhattAmit�Sharma
B.E�(Computer�Science),Certified�Product�Manager�(CPM),Certified�Cloud�Professional
Digital�Technology�Professionalwith�7�years�experience�in�softwaredevelopment,�product�engineering,product�management�in�CRM�andBFS�domain.
https://in.linkedin.com/in/amruthabhat
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Technology�Lead,�Infosys•� Led�a�global�team�of�25�people�on�a�$30�mn�Managed-Services�� project�for�a�large�US�utility�client•� Involved�in�building�and�managing�client�relationship�at�senior�� management�level�and�providing�policy�and�process�solutions�for��a��� $100�mn�US�utility�account•� Anchored�architecture�and�application�design�efforts�and�� provided�subject�matter�expertise�for�the�development�of�a�new�� Utility�Usage�Data�Reconciliation�solution,�worth�$0.5�mn,�� thereby�saving�50%�of�project�cost�for�clients•� Conceptualized�and�implemented�Technology�Framework�� upgrade�for�a�business-critical�Computer-Telephony�Integration�� (CTI)�solution�providing�cost�savings�of�70%•� Led�multiple�projects�at�clientʼs�location�with�end-to-end�� responsibility�of�initiation,�design,�development,�schedule,�� implementation,�and�financials
Achievements•� Most�Valuable�Player�-�Infosys�BU�award�received�by�1%�of��� 20,000+�employees•� Best�Project�Team�‒�Infosys�BU�Best�Project�award�for�delivering�� $1.2�mn�/�year�project�with�zero�defects�and�with�continuous�� improvement�in�productivity�and�value�add
Anshul�Sharma
Senior�Project�Manager,�Infosys•� Managed�a�global�project�team�of�110+�people�and�annual��� revenues�of�$6�mn�in�development�and�enhancement�of�front-� end�applications�for�retail�banking�operations�of�one�of�the�� largest�banks�in�North�America•� Cultivated�an�innovation�culture�in�the�team�which�enabled�us�to�� achieve�over�5%�annual�productivity�improvement�for�4�years•� Strengthened�various�processes�to�reduce�escaped�defect�� density�from�over�2�defects�per�1000�person�hours�to�0.5�defects•� As��onsite�manager,�was�able�to�restore�client�confidence�-��� shaken�due�to�a�spate�of�issues,�in�a�few�weeks�after�being�given��� the�additional�responsibility�of�the�project•� Lead�the�transition�of�support�contract�of�25+�banking�center�� applications�from�another�vendor�and�reduced�the�issue�queue�� size�from�400+�to�double�digits�in�three�months�and�sub-20�in�six��� months•� Played�an�important�role�in�the�Operation�Support�System�(OSS)�� development�team�for�one�of�Belgiumʼs�largest�telecom�operator�� that�delivered�multiple�transformational�projects�for�enabling�the�� launch�of�Digital�TV,�MVNO�and�other�products
Achievements•� Won�the�Most�Valuable�Player�Award�for�Execution�(Offshore)��� within�the�Infosys�Banking�&�Capital�Markets�Unit
Anshuman�Chorera
B.�Tech.�(Electrical),�Govt.�Engg.�College,YMCA,�FaridabadPMP®�-�Project�ManagementInstitute�(USA)
10�years�of�global�experience�inIT�project�management�and�clientengagement�in�Electric�Utility�domain.
B.E.�(Computer)Mumbai�University
IT�Portfolio�Manager�with12�years�of�global�experiencein�delivering�IT�projects�forRetail�Banking�and�Telecom�clients.
https://in.linkedin.com/in/anshulsharma04
For�Bharti�Airtel,�2013�was�the�first�time�we�came�to�IIMA�PGPX.�It�was�a�delight�to�meet�a�group�of�experienced�professionals,�who�had�made�the�choice�to�undergo�a�rigorous�PGPX�programme�at�IIMA.�We�found�in�them�an�urge�to�relaunch�themselves,�and�a�
burning�ambition�to�get�back�to�work�and�excel.�The�placement�team�went�out�of�the�way�to�present�the�batch�credentials�in�a�very�impressive�manner.�Today,�all�the�PGPX�hires�are�handling�exciting�roles�in�IT,�Networks�and�Finance�in�Airtel.
-�Ms.�Harmeen�Mehta,�Global�CIOMr.Srikanth�Balachandran,�Global�CFO&�CHRO,�Bharti�Airtel
https://in.linkedin.com/in/anshumanchorera
Vice� President� -� Investment� Banking� Advisory,� Capital� Fortunes�Private�Limited,�Hyderabad
•� Advised� corporates� and� startups� on� fund� raising,� corporate�strategy�and�business�planning�for�scaling�businesses
•� Professional�adept�at�deal�sourcing�and�closures:��Advised�clientʼs�senior� management� through� the� transaction� life� cycle� (deal�analysis,�valuations,�negotiations�and�structuring)�of�large�M&A�and�private�equity�deals
•� Business�development:�Lead�key� industry�verticals;�established�relationships�with�125�companies/funds
•� Key�transactions:�Equity�placement�($100�mn+)�by�a�large�cement�company;� Joint� venture� for� an� upcoming� mega� theme� park;�Investment�into�a�US�bio-pharma�player�
Assistant�Vice�President�-�Mergers�&�Acquisitions,�BMR�Advisors•� Worked�on�complex�M&A�transactions�(deal�size�$20�mn�-�$100�
mn)•� Key�transactions:�Strategic�advisory�to�a�Japanese�conglomerate;�
Buy�side�M&A�advisory�to�a�NYSE�listed�client�(consumer�durables)
Consultant�‒�Transaction�Advisory�Services,�Grant�Thornton•� Exhaustive�analysis�for�strategic/�private�equity�transactions
•� Executive�-�Assurance,�S.R.�Batliboi�&�Co�(Ernst�&�Young)
Senior�Architect,�Cognizant�,�USA•� Conceptualized� and� implemented� an� engagement� of� $2� mn� � �
annually�to�develop�global��data�analytic�framework�for�payment�� processing�clients•� Led� an� engagement� of� $0.5�mn� to� create� real� time� reporting� � �
across� screen� sizes� of� � relevant� KPIs� at� various� � tactical� and� �strategic�levels�for�one�of�the�largest�bank�on�the�globe
•� Encored� customer� relationships� � to� create� roadmaps� for� open� �source� technology� acceptance� and� usage� resulting� in� cost� �savings�of�$0.5�mn
•� Anchored��multiple�workshops��and�RFPs��in�the�range�of�$3�mn��for�migration�of�client�applications��to�cloud�infrastructure�
Architect,�Cognizant,�USA•� Spearheaded� �a�team�of�20�across�US,�India�&�Europe�to�deliver� �
critical�technology�assets�for�fraud�and�risk�analysis�framework�for��card�processing�which�generated�$5�mn�of�revenue�for�Cognizant
•� Envisaged�and�led�a�strategic�operational�efficiency�engagement�� of� $1�mn� in� revenue� to� re-engineer� a�platform� for� contactless� �
payment�processing
Achievements� Conferred� “Guiding� Star”� &� “Above� &� Beyond”� awards� for�
outstanding�contributions�in�2008��&��2012
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Chartered�Accountant�(ICAI),�B.Com(Osmania�University)
Investment�Banking�and�CorporateFinance�advisory�professional�with9�years�of�post-qualificationexperience.�
Arnab�MaityAnuj�Jain
B.Tech�(Electronics�and�Telecom),Institute�of�Engineering�andManagement,�Kolkata
11�years�of�global�experience�intechnology�consulting�,�strategicplanning�and�business�transformationin�the�payments�domain.
https://in.linkedin.com/in/anujjain6 https://in.linkedin.com/in/arnab81
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VYMO�Solutions‒Sales�Head•� Led� the� sales,� business� development� strategy� and� execution�
initiative�for�a�niche�Mobility�Start-Up•� In� a� period� of� 10� months� Cracked� large� accounts� in� FSI� and�
Consumer�Goods�vertical�leading�to�150%�growth�in�order�book
Salesforce.com-Corporate�Sales�Manager���•� Won�a�heavily�competitive�first�major�account�in�Travel�&�Tourism�
Vertical�-�$�300K•� Led�the�Salesforce�India�team�for�the�global�roll�out�atone�of�the�
worldʼs� largest�BPOs�coordinating�Salesforce-Americas,�System�Integrator�and�Client�Business�and�IT�teams
SAP-Senior�Channel�Sales�Manager•� Drove�Strategic�relations�with�CXO�community�leading�to�150%�
increase�in�pipeline�generation•� Won�large�SAP�expansion�deals�in�pharmaceutical�and�shipping�
verticals�-�$�1million
Hewlett�Packard-Software�Sales�Specialist•� Achieved�beyond�target�30%�YoY�Testing�Solutions�sales�growth�
with�key�wins�in�Financial�Services,�IT�Services,�Manufacturing�and�Telecom
•� Won�a�large�Application�Lifecycle�Management�strategic�deal�of�$500k�with�an�IT�services�company
Arunava�Guin
Senior�Consultant,�Ernst�&�Young�LLP•� Managed�10�key�accounts�within�the�Financial�Services�sector�to�
deliver�indirect�tax�advisory�and�compliance�services�-�including�account�planning,�coordination�and�execution
•� Spearheaded� the� forming� of� path� breaking� tax� solutions� on�various�industry�wide�transactions
•� Restructured� transactions� for� improved� tax� efficiency,� reduced�legal�risk�by�innovative�evaluation�of�tax�positions
•� Managed�tax�litigations�at�multiple�forums�in�India•� Led�multiple� teams� in� the�evaluation�of�business�processes� to�
identify�unknown�tax�design�risks�and�tax�process�risks•� Authored�periodic�update�publications�by�evaluation�of�dynamic�
amendments�in�relevant�tax�and�regulatory�laws
Co-Founder�and�Director,�VRA�Retail�and�Food�Solutions�Pvt�Ltd•� Co-founded� and� established� an� e-retail� platform� for� non-veg�
items�(www.seafoodandmeatco.in)
Full�time�Article�Executive,�N�J�Zaveri�&�Co•� Carried� out� audits,� filed� statutory� returns� and� prepared� the�
financial�statements�for�clients
Ashish�Ahuja
9�½�years�experience�in�IT�Sales�&Business�Development�with�MultiBillion�Dollar�Companies�&�a�Start-uphandling�verticals�such�FSI,�ConsumerGoods,�Services�and�ITES.
B.E.�in�Computer�Engineering� Chartered�Accountant�(CA)M.Com.�&�B.Com.Mumbai�University,�CFA�level�2
7+�years�of�professionalexperience�in�accounts�andfinance�including�4+�years�ofpost�qualification�experience�inindirect�tax�consulting.
The�PGPX�class�brings�together�a�wealth�of�experience,�an�extraordinary�level�of�motivation�and�a�high�degree�of�intellectual�energy.�It�is�a�pleasure�teaching�this�
group,�and�I�am�sure�that�they�will�distinguish�themselves�in�their�careers.�
-�Prof.�Jayanth�R.�VarmaFaculty,�Finance�and�Accounting�Area,�IIMA
https://in.linkedin.com/in/arunavaguin https://in.linkedin.com/in/ahujaashish1
Director,�Joint�Communication�Electronic�Staff,�MoD•� �Single�point�interface�of�MoD�on�all�Comn�&�IT�matters.�Involved�in�
architectural�design�of�10,000�cr�project�“Network�for�Spectrum”•� � �MoD�representative�in�countryʼs�top�spectrum�management�body.�
Represented�country�in�World�Radio�Conference�at�Geneva�in�March�2011
Commanding�Officer�Signal�Regiment•� �Headed�Army�Signal�Regiment�(900�technical�personnel)�responsible�
for� comns� and� IT� networks� over� 1000� kms.� Also� headed� Training�Regiment�responsible�for�technical�training�of��personnel
•� �Conceptualized�and�implemented�projects�to�improve�the�reach�and�capacity� of� networks� by� rolling� out� OFC,� deploying� enterprise� IT�solutions,�installation�of�routers/�switches�
Software�Development�Team,�Project�CIDSS•� �Headed� �Software�Development�Team�of�major�IT�Project�(1000�cr)�
designed�to�automate�operational�and�logistics�functions�of�Army•� �Taught�Software�Engg�and�DBMS�to�postgraduate�level�students•� Achievements�Awarded� Chief� of� Army� Staff� Commendation� for�
meritorious�service
Manager�-�Analytics,�United�Health�Group•� Managed�Marketing�Analytics�engagement�for�a�3�mn�UHC��Medicare�
member�base•� Responsible� for� formulation� and� implementation� of� strategy� to� �
increase�member�acquisition�and�retention��through��multi��channe l �marketing�approach
•� Led� � response� to� RFI� for� Healthcare� Fraud� Detection� Solution� for� � �Insurance�Regulatory�and�Development�Authority�,�India�
Engagement�Manager,�Cognizant�Analytics•� Managed�a�Strategic�Analytics�team�catering�to�global�top�10��pharma�
companies�generating�revenues�of�$�4�mn•� Advised�clients�in�their�marketing�externalization�initiatives��including�
co-promotion�&�call�swaps�deal,�&�post�merger��sales�force�integration.•� Led�multiple�cross�functional�teams�across��Analytics,�IT�and��Research�
to�deliver�customer�centric�analytics�solutions�worth�$�0.5�mn
Achievements•� Awarded� by� senior� leadership� at� UnitedHealth� Group,� India� for� �
outstanding�contribution•� Recognized�for�Valuable�Contribution�by�Cognizant�Analytics��2009
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M.Tech.�(Computers�&�IT),�IIT�KharagpurM.Sc.�(Defence�&�Strategic�Studies),University�of�MadrasB.Tech.�(Electronics�&�Comn�Engg),Jawaharlal�Nehru�University
22�years�of�leadership�experience�inArmy(Signals)�dealing�with�planning/implementation�of�complex�telecomand�IT�solutions.�
Atul�KumarAshutosh�Upadhyay
B.Tech.�&�M.Tech.�Dual�Degree(Chemical�Engineering),IIT�Bombay
8+�years�of�experience�in�ClientManagement,�Analytics�Consultingand�Strategic�Planning.
https://in.linkedin.com/in/ashutoshupadhyay18 http://in.linkedin.com/in/kumaratul
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Project�Manager,�Caterpillar�India�Private�Limited�•� Successfully�converted�business�opportunities�spanning� functional�
areas�of�product�cost�management�and�manufacturing�systems�into�saving�of�$�4,50,000
Manufacturing�Engineering�Supervisor
•� Anchored� order� to� delivery� business� transformation� (ERP� +� Mfg.�Systems)� as� a� site� coach�at�Caterpillarʼs� oldest�Dozer�plant� at� East�Peoria,�IL
•� Key� responsibilities� included� development,� training� and� change�management� at� the� facility.� Managed� a� team� of� experienced�manufacturing�systems�engineers
•� Steered� -� Engineer� to� Release� -� manufacturing� systems,� and�manufacturing� engineering�workflow�development� for� fabrication�and�machining�streams
Manufacturing�Engineering�Specialist•� Led� advanced� cost� negotiations,� cost� avoidance� and� strategic�
supplier� selection� projects� through� effective� cost� modelling;�resulting�savings�of�over�$�1.5�mn
•� Led�competitive�benchmarking�projects�to�influence�cost�structure�changes�and�set�based�engineering�of�future�products
Awards•� Vice�Presidentʼs�recognition�of�significant�contribution�in�Caterpillarʼs�
Track�Type�Tractor�facilityʼs�business�transformation�effort
Bipin�Kamat�
Vice�President,�Barclays�Capital,�New�York,�USALeadership�and�Program�Management•� Global� Manager� for� Technology� Support� &� Client� OnBoarding�
services�for�Prime�Brokerage�department•� Service� Owner� for� 12� Investment� Banking� applications� with� 200�
clients�across�PB,�Stock�Loan,�FX,�OTC�&�Synthetics�businesses•� Responsible�for�managing�departmental�risks�pertaining�to:�Business�
continuity,�Information/Security�risk•� Led�global�team�of�AVPs�&�Analysts�based�in�US,�EU�&�Asia
�Client�Engagement•� Managed�Prime�Services�client�on-boarding�pipeline�for�institutional�
clients�(Hedge�Funds)•� Client�integration,�handover�and�relationship�management
�Accomplishments•� Executed�technology�support�integration�during�Barclaysʼ�acquisition�
of�Lehman�Brothers�(2009)•� Led� the� Business� resumption� plans� for� department� during� the�
Hurricane�Sandy�(2012)•� Completed�two�offshoring�strategy�implementations�in�EU�and�Asia•� Successful� delivery� of� regulatory/compliance� projects,� mission�
critical�to�the�firm�(US,�UK,�Singapore�regulatory�mandates)•� Ranked�in�top�performance�bracket�for�4�consecutive�years�(2011-14)
Vishnu�Mamidipally
B.E.�(Mechanical),�University�ofPune,�IndiaCertified�6�Sigma�Black�Belt��
A�manufacturing�and�businesstransformation�professional�with10�years�of�global�operations�andstrategy�experience�in�a�Fortune50�heavy�machinery�company.
M.S.�(Electrical�Engineering),The�University�of�Texas�at�Dallas,�USAB.E.�(Electronics�&�Comm),Kuvempu�University,�Karnataka,�India
ITIL,�Project�Management(Kepner�Tregoe),�Higher�Diploma�inSoftware�Engineering�(Aptech).
10+�years�of�international�experiencein�IT�Program�Management�&�ClientIntegration�in�Financial�Services�Industry.
�https://in.linkedin.com/in/vishnumamidipallyhttps://in.linkedin.com/in/bipinkamat
As�Asia�gains�prominence�on�the�global�stage�and�the�economies�of�Asia�transform�to�digital�economies,�renowned�programmes�such�as�IIMA's�PGPX�provide�a�unique�combination�of�academic�rigour�coupled�with�real�world�cases�to�prepare�professionals�for�the�challenges�of�next�generation�leadership.�I�was�
honoured�to�have�the�opportunity�to�address�and�connect�with�the�class�of�PGPX�2016�during�my�visit�to�IIMA�and�to�discuss�the�future�of�a�hyper�connected�Asia�with�the�2016�cohort.�The�experienced�professionals�that�I�came�across�at�the�institute�have�a�high�degree�of�passion�and�intellectual�curiosity.
�
-�Adaire�Fox-Martin�President,�SAP�Asia�Pacific�Japan
Assistant�Consultant,�Tata�Consultancy�Services•� Managed�a�45�member�QA�team�for�a�large�global�banking�client�� organization�in�an�initiative�to�replace�local�applications�with�a�� new�central�core�banking�suite,�to�allow�the�client�to�leverage�any�� subsequent�innovations�globally•� Key�member�of�a�leadership�team�that�provided�quality�assurance�� solutions�to�the�client�organization�for�the�APAC�region�of�around�� 15�countries•� Led�a�team�of�25+�members�to�provide�the�business�design�and�� development�solution�for�the�Homeowner�Assistance�Program�� after�the�Global�Financial�Crisis�(Subprime�Lending)�in�2008�to�� help�around�440,000�homeowners�in�US�for�a�the�client��� organization
I�T�Analyst,�Tata�Consultancy�Services•� Engaged�with�Client�senior�management�as�a�Functional�Analyst�� in�an�acquisition�project��worth�US�$12�bn•� Contributed�in�providing�solutions�to�the�client�organization�in�� business�requirement�gathering,�project�scope�definition�and�� estimation�in�Banking�and�Financial�Services�domain
Achievement•� Awarded�“Star�of�the�Month”��twice�for�contribution�towards�� business�relationship
Project�Management�&�Planning•� Strategic�planning�of�long�haul�repairs�of�ships�and�submarines•� Successfully�exploited�tools�viz.�PERT,�Quality�control�and�multi-� agency�coordination�towards�timely��installation�of�electrical�� equipment�on�new�induction�ships•� Pioneered�Formulation�of�a�defect�history�database�leading�to�� time-saving�and�reduction�in�installation��rework
Operations�&�Product�Support•� Ensured�high�degree�of�equipment�readiness�through�forward�� planning,�stringent�scheduling,�quality�control�and�efficient�� inventory�management•� Provided�second�maintenance�assistance�to�around�85�ships�� and�submarines�of�the�Indian�Navy
Team�Building�&�Leadership•� Successfully�led�technical�teams�in�challenging�conditions�� onboard�Technology�intensive�Platforms•� Employed�innovative�management�techniques�and�astute�� leadership�towards�teambuilding�and�culture�setting•� Ensured�Manpower�development�through�Strategic�HR�Planning,�� Designing�&�Implementing�Modules�for�Vertical�&�Cross�training�� and�360�degree�development•� Led�a�team�of�150�skilled�industrial�workforce�at�Naval�Dockyards
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B.Tech.�(Electrical�Engineering)�,West�Bengal�University�of�Technology
8+�years�of�experience�in�TechnologyConsulting,�Business�Analysis�&�QualityAssurance�in�Banking�&�FinancialServices�domain.
Deepender�SinghChandreyee�Bhattacharyya
B.Tech.�(E�&�I),�The�TechnologicalInstitute�of�Textile�&�Sciences,Bhiwani�(Haryana)Defence�General�ManagementProgramme,�IIM-L
10�years�of�experience�in�Operations/Project�Management,�Product�Support&�Leadership�in�the�Indian�Navy.
https://in.linkedin.com/in/chandreyeebhattacharyya https://in.linkedin.com/in/deependersingh81
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Scientist,�National�Aerospace�Laboratories,�Bangalore,�India
Project�Management,�Product�Management�&�Change�Management�for�Complex�Engineering�Engagements�in�the�Aerospace��IndustryDesign� and� R&D� Project� Management� for� Aerospace� Programs� of�National�Importance•� Risk� Management,� Management� &� Reliability� Analytics� for� � � � � �� Mechanical,�Hydraulic,�Landing�Gear�and�Control�Systems��of�Military���� &�Civil�Aircraft•� Design�Management��for��Primary�Composite�Aircraft�Structures��� (Wing�&�Fuselage)�for�Military�and�Civil�aircraft�•�� Design�of�Landing�Gear�for�Regional�Transport�Aircraft
Structural�Analyst,�Ingersoll�Rand�Bobcat�(India�and�USA)•� Design�and�Analysis�of�Primary�Excavator�Structures�•� Design�and�Analysis�of�Wheel�LoadersStructural�Analyst,�Cummins�India�Limited•� Analysis�of�major�Diesel�Engine�components•� Torsional�vibration�analysis�for�Engine�integration
Ganesh�Madhuranath
Project�Planning�and�Execution•� Delivered� detailed� design� plans� pertaining� to� primary� systems� for�
India's�strategic�naval�platforms�with�the�help�of�a�specialized�group�taking�into�account�the�staff�requirements,�technical�requirements,�and�mission�requirements
•� Planned,�coordinated�and�executed�Harbor�&�Sea�Acceptance�Trials�of�India's�first�indigenous�nuclear�submarine�INS�Arihant�(a�$2.9�Billion�project)�in�consultation�with�various�external�agencies�such�as�yards,�OEMs,�Platform�designer�and�Naval�Headquarters
Operations•� Led�a�team�of�28�people�and�executed�the�major�refit�(a�$30Million�
project)�of�a�submarine�within� timelines� in�coordination�with�yard�and�material�organization
•� Managed�operations�onboard�an�operational�submarine�and�ensured�maximum� availability� of� the� submarine� (72%� which� is� a� new�benchmark)� for� deployment,� leading� to� award� of� unit� citation� by�Chief�of�Naval�staff
•� Revamped�the�inventory�management�system�onboard�submarine�thereby�reducing�retrieval�time�of�spares�by�90%
•� Resolved�stakeholders�conflicts�thereby�ensuring�timely�delivery�of�projects
KN�Goutham
M.E.�(Aerospace�Engineering),Indian�Institute�of�Science,�BangaloreB.E.�(Mechanical�Engineering),Bangalore�University
12+�years�of�R&D�Management,Risk�Management�and�ProjectManagement�in�Aerospace�&Defence�&�Mechanical�Industries.
Post�Graduate�Diploma�in�MarineTechnology,�Cochin�University�ofScience�&�Technology,�CochinB.E.�(Mech),IFET�College�ofEngineering,�Anna�University
10�Years�of�experience�in�Projectplanning�&�Execution,�Operations,Refits�and�Design�of�Navalplatforms�in�Submarine�cadre�.
Experience�puts�an�additional�shine�on�intelligence.�The�quality�of�the�students�in�the�IIMA�PGPX�program�is�exemplary�and�the�process�has�been�optimised�to�make�the�
recruitment�process�truly�smooth.
-�Dr�Ganesh�NatarajanVice�Chairman�&�CEO�-�Zensar�Technologies
https://in.linkedin.com/in/ganeshmadhuranath https://in.linkedin.com/in/kngoutham
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B.E.�(Mechanical�Engineering)British�(OCI�Holder-India)
11+�years�of�experience�in�Aerospaceand�IT/Engineering�services,�with9+�years�of�international�experience.
Himanshu�AnandHarsh�Sharma
B.Tech.�(Electronics�&Communications),�GGSIPU�Delhi
7�years�of�experience�in�TelecomConsulting,�Service�Delivery,�R&D,Product�Development�including3�years�of�international�experience.
Engineering�Manager-�Airbus,�UK•� Led�a�digital�integration�team�to�support�multibillion�dollar�A380�&�
A350�aircraft�programmes•� Pioneered�a�new�business�process�and�developed�a�department�to�
improve�business�efficiency�resulting�in�savings�of�$1.5�mn•� Negotiated�budget�allocations�with�the�programme�head�to�the�tune�
of�$1.2�mn�per�annum�for�5�years�in�a�row•� Championed� business� process� transformation� by� introducing� a�
strategic� PLM� tool� connecting� in-house� engineering� to� extended�enterprise�that�resulted�in�a�savings�of�$430k/year
•� Strategized� a� new� organisation� structure� to� enable� multi-skilled�engineering�reducing�departmental�cost�by�$225k/year
Task�Leader-�Infosys,�India•� Forged� great� working� relationship�with� client� as� a� technical� focal�
point�and�created�leads�for�three�new�projects•� Initiated�process�improvement�by�implementing�automation�which�
resulted�in�98%�efficiency�gain
Achievements•� One�of�the�youngest�Band�V�managers�in�Airbus�UK•� Received�“on�the�spot”�Airbus�business�award�given�to�the�top�talent•� One�of�the�25�managers�hand-picked�from�across�Airbus�to�work�on�
project�backed�by�the�CEO,�Fabrice�Bregier
Product/Project�Management,�Aricent/Vodafone�UK:•� Instrumental�in�driving�business�case�for�new�services�portfolio�in�UK.�
Contributed�in�developing��strategy� for� setting� up� new� business�worth�£600K
•� Proposed�pricing� strategy� for�Postpay� subscriber� in�UK,� increasing�revenue�by�£2�mn
•� Led� team�of� 20� for� 4G� Implementation� at� Vodafone�UK� in� design�phase,�Vendor�Selection�&��Managing�Go-Live�Strategy
•� Key� player� in� setting� up� M2M/IoT� and� new� revenue� stream� for�Vodafone�Group
•� Creation�of�cost�models,�SOWs�and�response�to�RFI/RFP
Freelance�Consultant:•� Drafted�&�implemented�Expansion�Strategy�for�Middle-East�Operator�
for�EU�Roaming•� Managed�Product�Development�to�save�roaming�cost�for�ME�operator�
worth�$8�mn•� Implemented� solution� for� global� SMS� coverage� between�ME� &EU�
Opco�worth�$3�mn
Service�Delivery�and�R&D,�Aricent�UK:•� Identified�operational�KPIs�-�rollout�speed,�service�assurance�&�billing�
to�align�network�roll-out�with�sales�&�activations•� Developed�framework�to�curb�roaming�frauds�worth�$2�mn•� Implemented�solution�to�simulate�mobile�roaming�in-house�saving�
$5�mn
https://in.linkedin.com/in/harshsharma22 https://in.linkedin.com/in/anandhimanshu
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Deputy�Manager�(R&D),�Maruti�Suzuki�India�Ltd.�(MSIL)•� Led�a�core�team�of�domain�experts�to�evaluate�the�complete�vehicle�
design� methodology� and� identify� key� factors� to� enhance� design�feature�reusability
•� Managed� a� team� of� seven� people� to� plan� and� execute� new�application�development�and�skill�enhancement�of�MSIL�engineers�for�Siemensʼ�new�Computer�Aided�Design�(CAD)�platform
•� Formulated� the� five-year� strategic� roadmap� for� knowledge�management�and�skill�enhancement�of�MSIL�R&D�engineers
Engineer,�General�Motors�Technical�Center�India•� Led�a�cross-cultural�team�of�manufacturing�engineers�from�Mexico,�
US,�and�India,�to�innovate�new�assembly�process�for�electric�vehicles.�Total�cost�avoidance�of�over�₹5�Cr
Achievements•� Initiated�and�led�a�strategic�company�initiative�which�built�in-house�
critical�design�capability�and�cut�annual�training�costs�by�₹10�Cr,�and�expanded�it�into�a�company-wide�business�operation
•� Authored� a� peer-reviewed� journal� publication� (multiple� citations)�while�still�a�B.Tech.�student,�on�a�complex�design�process
Himansu�Singh
Senior�Business�Development�Manager,�Aricent•� Core�member�of�client�management�team�for�the�largest�key�account�
with�annual�revenue�of�~$�60�million•� Delivered�over�20%�growth�in�revenue�for�the�business�managed,�out�
performing�all�accounts�in�the�organization•� Managed� rebadging� of� customer� development� site,� ensuring�
guaranteed�$24�million�revenue�over�3�years•� Managed�opening�of�a�new�development�site�in�Vietnam�to�create�a�
unique�value�proposition�for�customer�leading�to�additional�annual�revenue�of�6-8�million�USD
•� Won� multiple� projects� worth� over� $5� million� in� radio� access�technologies� increasing�wallet� share� to�nearly�90%� in� the�domain�managed
•� Negotiated� unique� and� complex� business�models� with� customer,�leading�to�highly�engaging�client�relationship.
Achievement•� Aricent�Annual�Award� for�performance�par�excellence�FY�2011-12,�
awarded�to�less�then�1%�employees•� BU� Achievement� Award� FY� 2013-14� and� 2014-15� for� exceeding�
revenue,�profitability�and�order�booking�targets•� Awarded� multiple� certificates� and� team� awards� for� exceeding�
financial�and�business�targets•� Ericsson�Ace�Falcon�Award,�2004�for�engineering�excellence
Jaipal�Singh�Yadav
B.Tech�(Mechanical�Engineering),IIT�Guwahati
8�yearsʼ�experience�in�advancedResearch�and�Development,�ProductLifecycle�Management�and�Design�inthe�automotive�sector.
B.Tech.�(YMCA�Institute�ofEngineering,�Faridabad)PGDM�(Management�DevelopmentInstitute,�Gurgaon)
12�years�of�experience�in�AccountManagement,�RelationshipManagement,�Business�Developmentand�P&L�Management�inTelecom�Software.
https://in.linkedin.com/in/himansusingh https://in.linkedin.com/in/yadavjaipal
-�Prof�Arvind�SahayDean�(Alumni�and�External�Relationships),�IIMA
As�someone�who�has�been�teaching�PGPX�students�for�the�past�10�years,�past�PGPX�Chairperson�&�the�present�Dean�(Alumni�and�External�Relations),�I�am�delighted�to�introduce�the�graduating�PGPX�class�of�2016.�This�class�represents�an�interesting�mix�of�backgrounds�from�different�industry�
sectors.�Continuing�the�tradition�of�PGPX�program,�you�will�find�that�this�class�is�ready�to�hit�the�ground�running�in�middle�&�senior�management�roles.�This�class�represents�some�of�the�most�heavily�recruited�students�with�an�average�GMAT�score�of�706�and�experience�of�10�years.�I�encourage�
you�to�have�a�conversation�with�them�to�choose�the�best�candidate�that�your�company�can�find�in�this�genre,�I�daresay,�anywhere�in�the�world.
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Industrial�Engineering�Manager,�Michelin�India�TN�Tires�Pvt.�Ltd.•� Led�the�set�up�of�Industrial�Engineering�Department�in�a�greenfield�
facility�and�stabilized�the�annual�capacity�to�300,000�tires•� Facilitated�two�business�plan�cycles�in�the�greenfield�project•� Optimized� 9� capacities� in� the� plant� to� meet� current� and� future�
production�targets•� Led�the�project�to�set�up�zonal�training�centres�in�India�and�Dubai•� Achieved�accelerated�growth�and�fastest�qualification�as� Industrial�
Engineering�Manager�in�2�years
Deputy�Manager,��Vehicle�Assembly�Plant,�Maruti�Suzuki�India�Ltd.•� Led�the�Maruti�800�line�and�Gypsy�Line�consisting�150�operators�and�
25�operators�respectively•� Implemented� Suzuki� Production� System� on� Car� Line� leading� to�
productivity�improvement�of�15%�•� Received� Best� Individual� Performance� Gold� Medal� Award� in�
Production�Division�for�all�round�performance•� Received�Best�Coach�Award�for�training�Supervisors�and�Operators�‒�
Trained�about�1000�Operators�and�50�Supervisors�on�Process�Quality�Parameters
Jiwan�Goyal
Major-�Indian�Army�(IA)�Ordnance�Corps•� Strategize�supply�chain�and�warehousing�operations�for�120�combat�
units�of�over�12000�SKUʼs�for�specific�high-altitude�warfare•� Worked� as� domain� consultant� to� General� Officer� Commanding�
Division� and� 120� clients� on� ammunition� and� weapon� planning,�serviceability�and�supply�chain
•� Led�supply�chain,�inventory�and�warehousing�operations�involving�80,000�SKUʼs�(worth�$15�million)�of�critical�spares�and�components�at�a�vital�logistical�depot�holding�armored�corps�assets(�Tanks�T-90,72)�of�IA�
•� Worked�as�procurement�officer�on�two�consecutive�assignments�for�procurement�of�defence�assets�worth�$�20�million/year
•� Headed�cross-functional� teams�across� IA�on�numerous�projects� to�strategize�and�streamline�SCM�&�Logistics�operation
Manager�(Facility�and�Infrastructure)�-�Syntel�Limited•� Spearheaded�infrastructure,�facility�and�operations�at�Mumbai
Achievements•� Won�“Synergy”�award�in�2014�in�Syntel•� Spearheaded� project� on� aggregation� of� inventory� leading� to�
significant�cost�savings�to�the�tune�of�$�1.4�Million�for�IA
Major�Kamal�S�Yadav�(Retd)
B.E.�(Industrial�Engineering),Thapar�University,�Patiala,Punjab,�India�
11�years�of�experience�in�OperationsManagement�with�expertise�inLean�Manufacturing�Principles.(2�years�of�international�exposure�inUSA,�Japan,�Thailand�and�France).
B.Sc.�(National�Defence�Academy,Khadakwasla,�Pune)Diploma�in�Advance�MaterialManagement�Diploma�in�Material�Management
12+�years�of�leadership�experiencein�Indian�Army�focused�towardsStrategy,�Supply�Chain�Management,Operations�and�Procurement.�
-�Aditya�Bansal,�Alumni,�Class�of�2013General�Manager,�RPG�Enterprises
The�one�year�PGPX�program�at�IIMA�has�attuned�my�mind�to�think�holistically�and�seek�answers�to�the�right�questions.�The�learning�is�immense�and�the�power�of�
network�that�you�build�is�huge.�In�my�career,�I�have�been�able�to�make�a�switch�from�a�tactical�role�to�strategic�one.�It�was,�indeed,�a�life�changing�experience�for�me.
https://in.linkedin.com/in/jiwangoyal https://in.linkedin.com/in/ksyadav
Nu�Skin,�Utah,�USA��:�Worked�in�various��capacities�and�led�cross�cultural�teams.�•� Established� and� maintained� robust� technology� systems� and�
processes� that� spanned� operations� in� 53� international� markets�supporting�500,000+�distributors�and�generated�a�total�of�over�$500�mn� in� revenues� through� e-Commerce� in� anti-aging� skin� care� and�nutrition�products
•� Helped� in� establishing� the� company's� technical� vision� and�architectural�direction�in�distributor�sales�and�tracking�and�innovative�social�enterprise�programs�in�the�areas�of�M-Commerce,�multilingual�content�management� for� streamlining� the� global� brand� and�web�analytics.� Implemented� solutions� to� reduce� costs,� improve�performance�and�mitigate�risk
Karna�Global�Technologies:��Sr.�Consultant•� Trained� organizations� both� within� and� outside� the� US� on� the�
implementation�of�the�eCommerce�product�Broad�vision.�Architected�a�medical�protective�Insurance�project�for�GE�ERC
Engineers�India�Ltd:�Deputy�Manager�•� Led� a� team� of� Engineers� and� Draftsmen� for� the� design� and�
implementation�of� structural� engineering� software,� Finite� Element�Analysis�and�Computer�Aided�Analysis�and�design
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B.Tech.�(Mechanical�Engg)�-�IIT�Bombay�M.Tech.�(Specialization:�Thermal�&Fluids�Engg)�-�IIT�Bombay
11�years�of�global�experience�in�ProjectManagement,�Business�Development�&�Entrepreneurship�with�expertise�in�automotive�engineering�.
Jayanthi�RadhakrishnanJayant�Joshi
B.�Tech.�Indian�Institute�ofTechnology,�Madras.PMP,�Project�Management�Institute,USA�and�a�Veteran�Sun�CertifiedEnterprise�Architect
20+�years�of�total�experience�with15�years�in�the�US�leading�e-Commerceteams�and�managing�IT�projectscatering�to�50+�international�markets.
Director,� Sinex� Primemovers� (Manufacturer� of� specialized� electric�motors)•� Executed� multipronged� strategy� to� establish� “SINEX”� as� a� brand�
(Achieved�15%�YOY�increase�in�revenues�&�~50%�in�enquiries)•� Added�8�new�OEMs�&�30�new�end-users�as�customers•� Improved� visibility� with� new� website� &� SEO� (~25%� increased�
enquiries)•� Identified� new� suppliers� &� created� excel-macro� based� mini-ERP�
software�for�inventory�mgmt�(~5%�decrease�in�material�costs)•� Improved� production� efficiency� &� admin� quality� by� automating�
processes�(New�CNC�machine,�Tally�for�accounting�etc)
Engineering�Manager,�General�Motors�India•� Developed�Hybrid,�Automatic�&�Manual�transmission�analysis�group�
from�4�engineers�to�3�global�COE�teams�of�35�direct�reports�in�3�years.•� Delivered�consistent�high�quality�output�(~500�projects,�>95%�error�
free)•� Achieved� seamless� integration� of� groups� with� GMʼs� global� engg�
teams�across�US,�Korea�and�Germany•� Standardized�work�processes�&�fostered�innovation�(15�new�analysis�
methods)•� Created�tech�career�paths�for�team�(3�global�tech�specialists)
Awards�&�Honors•� 1�US�Patent�&��several�outstanding�performance�awards
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jjoshi8dm https://in.linkedin.com/in/jayanthir
Area�Manager,�Aditya�Birla�Money,�Chennai•� Managed�50+�Crores�of�Assets�of�High�Net-Worth� Individual� (HNI)�
clients�along�with�a�team�of�2�Relationship�Managers•� Added� significant� value� to� clients� with� strategies� such� as� short�
strangle� in� options,� long� only� strategies� in� gold� derivatives,�diversification�strategies�spread�across�liquid�to�gilt�funds�and�hybrid�to�sector�funds�in�debt�and�equity�mutual�funds�respectively
•� Dealt�with� the� entire� financial� product� suite� encompassing� Equity�Linked�Debentures,�Private�Equities,�Portfolio�Management�Services,�Insurance,�Commodity�Derivatives,�Options�Products,�Equity�Trading,�Debt�and�Equity�Mutual�Funds,�Tax�Free�Bonds�and�Deposits
Financial�Planner,�Karvy�Consultants,�Hyderabad•� Created�a�new�business�division,�Karvy�Financial�Planning,�along�with�
a�7�member�cross� functional� team.�This�division� later�evolved� into�Karvy�Private�Wealth
Achievements•� Received�Aditya�Birla�Financial�Services�Group�award�for�“Customer�
Centricity”�among�15000�employees,�an�accolade�bestowed�upon�the�top�most�performer�in�the�country
•� Received� special� rewards� and� international� travel� vouchers� over�various� quarters� for� outstanding� results� across� various� financial�products
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B.E.�(Electronics�and�CommunicationEngineering),�Visvesvaraya�TechnologicalUniversity,�Bangalore�
8+�years�international�experience�inMerchandising,�Marketing�and�BusinessStrategy�in�the�e-commerce�and�retailindustries.
Karthik�KannanKannan�Ramamurthi
MBA�‒�ICFAI�Business�School,�HyderabadB.Com�‒�R.K.M.�VivekanandaCollege,�Chennai
9�Years�of�Sales�and�PortfolioManagement�Experience�in�FinancialMarkets�across�the�WealthManagement�space.
Head�Buying�&�Merchandising,�reliancefreshdirect.com�(India)•� Led�the�buying�and�merchandising�team�for�reliancefreshdirect.com,�
an� e-commerce� initiative� of� Reliance� Retail.� Created� the� 5-year�roadmap�and�built�the�overall�assortment�and�marketing��strategy
•� Streamlined� the� product� range,� identified� revenue� maximization�opportunities�and�implemented���programs� for� improving� customer�service�index�by�30%
•� Managed� vendor� relationships� and� closed� annual� commercial�negotiations�with�key�vendors,��improved�margins�by�1+%
Trade�Planning�Manager,�Reliance�Retail�(India)•� Managed� trade� planning� and� marketing� for� FMCG� category� with�
revenue�of�₹�850+�Cr,�successfully��delivered�high�double-digit�growth�across�the�650�stores
•� Initiated,�designed�and�implemented�a�very�successful�monthly�and�seasonal�theme-based�marketing�plans�across�10�subcategories
Merchandising�Manager,�Tesco�PLC�(India,�UK)•� Selected� for� the� international� talent� development� program.� Led�
merchandising�for�sports�goods�category�with�revenue�of�£�60�mn�•� Conducted�annual�business�reviews�of�various�categories�and�co-led�
retail�media�business,�delivering�back-margin�of�2%
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kannanramamurthi https://in.linkedin.com/pub/karthik-kannan/13/a40/85
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Senior�Transition�Manager,�Vodafone�Shared�Services�(through�Magna�Infotech)•� Accountable�for�managing�transition�of�critical�Network�services�from�
Europe�region�to�India
Senior�Manager�‒�Business�Lead,�Tata�Communications�Ltd•� Accountable� for� a� large� program� in� Customer� Portal� domain� and�
back-end�processes�(Part�of�Top�5�Corporate�initiatives)•� Led�a�key�Data�Integrity�project�which�subsequently�culminated�into�
Master�Data�Management�(MDM)�initiative•� Worked�on�key�corporate�initiative�to�reduce�the�“Quote�to�Cash”
Achievements:Tata�Comm�Ltd:�•� Won�a�paper�presentation�competition�and�received�felicitation�from�
the�CEO•� Rewarded�with�opportunity� to�participate� at� iAccelerator� event� at�
CIIE,�IIM-A�to�present�Business�PlanExtra-curricular�Activities•� FIDE� rated� International� Chess� player.� Organized� many� chess�
tournaments•� Freelance�trainer�for�Project�Management�(PMP)�and�Finance•� Wrote�a�book�titled�“Project�Risk�Management”� for�Sikkim�Manipal�
University�(ISBN:�978-93-5119-270-1)
Kaustubh�Agashe
Business�Development�Manager,�Zyfix�Tools�Pvt.�Ltd.•� Achieved� 4%� top� line� growth� through� horizontal� integration� by�
manufacturing�moulds�for�plastic�components•� Led� a� cross� functional� team� of� 6� members� to� successfully�
conceptualize� and� establish� a� new� revenue� source� by�“Reconditioning�Old�Moulds”�during�economic�slowdown
•� Introduced�a�new�product�-�Couplers�-�to�our�portfolio,�contributing�12%�to�turnover�and�2%�to�overall�profit�margin
•� Initiated�supply�chain�optimization�strategies.�Quarterly�savings�of�₹�15�lakhs�by�inventory�rationalization,�₹�9�lakhs�in�scrap�re-use
•� Executed�a�new�sourcing�strategy�by�developing�vendors� in�China�and�importing�raw�material�in�bulk�against�using�preshaped�casting�for�each�mould�-18%�cost�savings�and�30%�delivery�time�reduction
Senior�Software�Engineer,�Merrion�IT•� Ensured�client�satisfaction�by�handling�a�key�project�individually�in�
the�unexpected�absence�of�entire�team•� Accustomed� to� work� under� high� pressure� situations� in� a� start-up�
while�dealing�multiple�issues�simultaneously
Achievementsth•� State�16 �rank�in�Intermediate�Public�Exams
Kavya�Madireddi
MBA,�Lancaster�University,�UK,B.E.�(Mech),�IndiaSix�Sigma�Black�Belt,�PMP,�PRINCE2,ITIL�v3�Foundation,�CharteredFinancial�Analyst�Level�2�Candidate
MBA�with�11�years�of�experiencein�Business�Transformation�andProgram�Management�in�Telecom,Fin�Services�and�Supply�Chain.
M.Sc.�(Mathematics),�BITS�PilaniB.E.�(Electrical�&�ElectronicsEngineering),�BITS�Pilani
4�years�in�Business�Development,Strategy�Execution�in�Manufacturing.3�years�in�Software�Development�ina�Start-up�and�MNC.
https://in.linkedin.com/in/kaustubhagashe https://in.linkedin.com/in/kavyamadireddi
Alok�MishraVice�President�Asia�Pacific,�Johnson�&�Johnson�Medical�
The�quality�of�the�PGPX�participants�is�outstanding.�You�rarely�come�across�a�group�of�students�so�mature�and�experienced�yet�deeply�inquisitive�about�the�intricacies�
of�practical�management�knowledge.
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B.�Tech.�(Mechanical�Engineering),HBTI,�Kanpur
6+�years�of�experience�of�Operationsand�Supply�Chain,�New�ProductIntroduction,�Program�Management,Quality�(Healthcare�and�Auto�sector).
Kumar�GauravKratika�Gupta�
M.A.�Economics,�IGNOUB.�Tech.�(Electrical�Engineering),�Jawaharlal�Nehru�UniversityB.�Sc.,�National�Defence�AcademyPassed�Level�I�Exam�of�the�CFA�ProgramDiploma,�Export�Import�Management
14�years�of�diverse�experience�instrategic�planning�&�budgeting,operations,�project�management�andtraining/mentoring,�in�the�Indian�Army.
Process�and�Quality�Leader,�GE•� Led�Operations�&�quality�team�for�multimillion�$�product�range•� Interface�to�sites�in�US,�China,�Japan,�Israel�and�France•� Managed�modality�budget�&�component�outsourcing�decisions•� Led�process�improvement�projects�&�reduced�defect/unit�by�33%•� Simplified�rejection�handling�&�reduced�3650�man-hours�annually
Manager�-�Operations,�Daimler�India•� Conceptualized�and�commissioned�assembly� line� to� launch3� truck�
variants� in� Greenfield� setup,� availing� exposure� to� FUSO� plant,�Portugal
•� Executed�Program�management�for�launch�of��six�products•� Led�inventory�storage�planning�for�4400�parts
Asst.�Manager�‒�Manufacturing,�General�Motors•� Executed� assembly� shop� capacity� expansion,� process� and� facility�
planning�for�3�products�with�project�worth�$3mn•� Led�upgrade�projects��for�Spark�and�Aveo
Achievements•� Awarded�by�GE�for�driving�Wipro�merger�activities�across�inventory�
systems�with�zero�loss�of�production•� Awarded�for�achieving�20%�productivity�improvement�online•� Received�President�Honor�award�at�GM�for�localization�and�vendor�
development�ofCruze�suspensions,�saving�$4�mn�annually
Strategic�Planning�&�Budgeting•� Headed�300+�personnel�engineering�services�division.�Led�a�team�of�9�
Assistant� Engineers� to� plan� and� execute� 200+� construction/�maintenance�contracts�worth�$15�mn
•� As�advisor�to�the�Station�Commander,�assessed�future�infrastructure�needs�and�prepared�a�long�term�plan�for�enhancement/upgradation.
•� Planned�project�schedules�and�forecasted,�monitored,�and�controlled�an�annual�budget�of�$7�mn
Operations/Project�Management�•� Conceptualized�and�designed�a�website�for�lodging�and� �managing� �
user�complaints.�Better�monitoring�enhanced�user�satisfaction�levels�by�30%.
•� Managed�150+�vendors�and�exercised�technical�and�quality�control�on�projects.�Ensured�execution�as�per�contract
Training�and�Development•� Groomed� and� mentored� 250+� young� officers� and� taught� tactics,�
logistics�and�service�etiquette•� Researched�and�conceptualized�a��handbook�on�̒ Leadershipʼ�for�issue�
to�newly�commissioned��officers
Achievements•� Army� Commanderʼs� Commendation� Card� for� exceptional�
performance�while�handling�emergency
https://in.linkedin.com/in/guptakratika https://in.linkedin.com/in/x15kgaurav
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Engagement�Lead,�TCS�Canada•� Led�engagement�with�a�leading�Canadian�bank�and�achieved�8-fold�
portfolio�growth�to�$1.2�MM•� Strengthened�relationship�and� �created�opportunities�for�new�deals�
with�the�client
Transition�Manager�&�Delivery�Lead,�TCS�India•� Led�a�$1.1�MM�program�and�managed�multi-party�transition�of�17�
critical�IT�applications�with�a�20�member-team�catering�US�and�Indian�BFS�customers
•� Turned�around�the�quality,�consistency,�and�timeliness�of�deliveries�by�focusing�on�people�and�processes�for�a�manufacturing�client�and�achieved�Customer�Satisfaction�Index�(CSI)�of�100%
Solution�Architect,�TCS�US•� Spearheaded� a� Global� platform� to� launch� three� Credit� Reporting�
products�in�US�and�helped�client�launch�a�Credit�Bureau�in�India
Achievements:•� Leadership�Excellence�award�from�Client�for�successfully�managing�a�
complex�transition•� ISU�Star�of�Manufacturing�Unit�for�turning�around�the�CSI•� Star�Performer�award�by�TCS�Canada�for�growing�the�engagement�
using�TCS�Global�Network�Delivery�Model•� Delivery�Excellence�&�Innovation�award�and�Design�Excellence�award�
from�client�for�platform�architecture
Manish�Jain
Product�Manager,�ASP�at�Johnson�&�Johnson�Medical�India•� Managed�a�$�3�mn�hospital�disinfection�portfolio�comprising�capital�
equipment�and�consumables•� Worked� with� Asia-Pac� team� to� create� a� long-term� brand� loyalty�
campaign� that�helped� the�business�move� from� traditional� feature�benefit-based� marketing� towards� building� a� strong� emotional�connect�with�B2B�customers
•� Built� and� tested� a� behavioral� sciences� based-marketing� approach�that� addresses� low� risk� perception� towards� infections,� and� drives�adoption�of�standardized�disinfection�protocols
Product�Manager,�Spine�and�Biologics�at�India�Medtronic•� Managed�a�portfolio�comprising�nine�cervical�spine�implant�brands�
through�market�development,�market�penetration�and�sales�training
•� Grew�the�portfolio�from�8�Crores�in�2010�to�18�Crores�in�2014
Business�Development�Manager�at�Evalueserve•� Designed�and�executed�a�go-to-market�strategy�for�the�companyʼs�
Healthcare� business� in� India.� Re-positioned� the� companyʼs� value�proposition�from�a�low�cost�vendor�in�global�markets�to�a�premium�research� partner� in� the� Indian� market.� Generated� $1� mn� annual�revenue
Mansi�Wadhwa
B.Tech.�(Computer�Science�&Engineering),�Distinction�With�HonorsPMI�-�Project�ManagementProfessional�(PMP)
10�years�of�Global�experience�inmanaging�transition,�projects,�operations,and�deliveries�for�Banking,�Credit�Rating,and�Manufacturing�clients.
B.E.�Biotechnology�(Silver�Medalist)at�University�Institute�ofEngineering�&�Technology,Panjab�University,�Chandigarh�
9�years�of�experience�inhealthcare�industry�in�productportfolio�management,�businessdevelopment�&�intellectualproperty�asset�management�.
-�Professor�Anurag�K�AgarwalFaculty,�Business�Policy�Area,�IIMA
This�is�a�fantastic�batch�of�85�experienced�and�enthusiastic�participants�who��arefull�of�energy�and�ever�inquisitive.�My�interaction�with�them�inside�and�outside
the�class�has�been�extremely�gratifying�and�I�would�highly�recommend�them�to�beappointed�at�suitable�positions�of�responsibility.�They�will�surely�be
an�asset�in�any�organisation�they�join.
https://ca.linkedin.com/in/manishvjain https://in.linkedin.com/in/mansiwadhwa
Development�Manager,�Talentica�Software��•� Steered�product�development�team�to�build�a�SaaS�based�Insurance�
Product�which� reduced� the� Underwriting� cost� by� 60%� and� Policy�Issuance�time�by�90%
•� Spearheaded�the�increase�in� �account�size�by�~300%�through�faster�product�development
•� Headed� strategic� assignments� to� improve� recruitment� process�efficiency,�design�and� implement�appraisal�process�and�smoothen�employee�on�boarding
Specialist�-�System�Development,�Verizon•� Spearheaded� network� management� initiative� that� reduced�
technician�dispatches�to�the�field�by�30%,�thus�achieved�an�annual�saving�of�$1mn
•� Led� the� design� and� implementation� of� proactive� network� fault�identification� system,� achieving� 18%� call� volume� reduction� in�customer�service�centers
Achievements•� Recognized�among�top�10%�performers�in�Talentica�Software�for�two�
consecutive�years•� Awarded�with�two�Spot�Recognition,�two�Above�and�Beyond�Awards�
for� leading� the� network� initiatives� and� achieving� exemplary�performance,�in�Verizon
•� Served�as�Publicity�and�Presentation�Coordinator�in�Rendezvous,�All�India�Cultural�Festival�of�IIT�Delhi
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B.E.�(Electrical�Engineering),Jadavpur�University,�Kolkata
8+�years�of�experience�in�IT�Consulting,Business�Analysis,�Pre-sales,�and�ClientRelationship�Management
Nilesh�PadwalMrinmoy�Biswas
M.Tech.�Controls�and�Automation(IIT�Delhi),�B.E.�Electronics�andTelecommunication�(University�1st�Rank,Dr.�B.A.�Marathwada�University).
8+�years�of�Leadership�experience�inIT�Product�Development�for�Insuranceand�Telecommunication�Industry�and�inprocess�improvement�Strategic�Initiatives.�
Track�Lead,�Sapient•� Led�a�$10M�digital�transformation�project�for�the�largest�wine�retailer�
in�USA•� Planned�and�architected�the�data�migration�for�Europeʼs�largest�book�
seller�to�ensure�seamless�catalog�update�of�10M�data�weekly
Senior�Consultant,�PwC�India•� Conceptualized� and� defined� Enterprise� Content� Management�
implementation� roadmap� for� Azerbaijanʼs� largest� Oil� Company�improving�SLA�by�70%
•� Developed�Enterprise�Architecture�Framework�guidelines�for�Govt.�of�Nepal�involving�over�25�ministries�and�external�vendors
•� Defined�strategic�roadmap�for�end-to-end�project�execution�of�G2C�Service�delivery�comprising�130+�services�for�Govt.�of�Bhutan
•� Built�strong�client�relationships�in�multiple�projects�with�high�level�of�political�sensitivity�and�cross�border�vendor�conflicts
System�Engineer,�IBM•� Architected�implementation�of�a�virtual�network�control�for�worldʼs�
largest�Telecom�provider�reducing�maintenance�cost�by�30%
Awards�&�Achievements•� Rated�among�top�5%�performers�for�two�consecutive�years�in�PwC�
India•� Spot�Award�-�PwC�India;��Gerstner�Award�-�IBM�India
https://in.linkedin.com/in/mrinmoybiswas28 https://www.linkedin.com/in/nileshpadwal
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Energy�Consulting,�Strategy�and�Business�Development•� Assistant�General�Manager�(Overseas�Development),�Dalian�East�New�
Energy�Development�Co.,�Ltd•� Principal� consultant� and� business� strategy� advisor� for� India�
operations.�Directed�Dalianʼs�entry�and�expansion�strategy•� Directed�the�companyʼs�Intellectual�Property�strategy�and�portfolio�
development�in�India•� Created� the� companyʼs� three� year�marketing� plan� for� South� Asia,�
including�pricing�and�positioning�strategies.�Led�a�five�person�NPD�team�to�develop�India�specific�products
•� Led� techno-commercial� negotiation� of� power� plant� projects,� and�secured�business�worth�over�₹�230�Cr,�capturing�30%�of�the�market
Intellectual�Property�Strategy�Formulation�and�Execution•� Patent�Engineering�Analyst,�Plantronics•� Evaluated�inventions�for�patentability�and�reviewed�patent�drafts•� Managed�the�Intellectual�Property�docket�of�a�Fortune�1000�company
Achievements•� Co-authored�(two�as�first�author)�four�referenced�conference�papers,�
over� ten�major� technical� reports,� and� two�business� strategy�white�papers�for�companiesʼ�strategy�formulation
Ninad�Pandurang�Bhave�
Financial� Consultant/Mortgage� Broker� :� Centum� � Fairtrust� Financial�Group�Inc.,�Toronto,�Ontario,�Canada.•� Was� recognised� as� one� of� the� top� most� performing� brokers/�
consultants�in�2011�with�individual�funding�of�more�than��$18�mn•� Pre-underwrote�deals�for�new�business�lending�,real�estate� �lending� �
and�debt�restructuring.� Networked� and� created� a� pool� of� private� investors� to� fund� B/sub�
prime�deals•� Implemented�new�CRM��programmes�for�customer�retention�and��� servicing�-�helped�to�retain�and�service�more�than�60%�of�the�existing�� clients
Principal� Consultant/Broker,� True� North� Mortgage� Inc.,� Toronto,�Ontario,�Canada•� Achieved�more�than�$95�mn�of�funding�for�the�first�year�in�operations�
for� the� companyʼs� � first� � retail� location� in� Toronto�with� individual�funding�of�more�than�$35�mn
•� Hired�and�trained�new�consultants�and�brokers�for�the�brokerage.•� Assisted�in�finalising�and�implementing�the�marketing�strategy�with�
the�President�of�the�company•� Assisted�the�brokers�in�underwriting�and�closing�complex�deals
Pankaj�Goyal�
MS�Mechanical�Engineering,BS�Aerospace�Engineering,BS�Mechanical�EngineeringSan�Jose�State�University,San�Jose,�California,�USA
8�yearsʼ�cross-continental�expertise�inbusiness�development,�B2B�marketingand�strategy�consulting�in�energy�andelectronics�domains.
B.E,�MBA�(International�Business-ENP(�Paris),�Certificate�in�Financial�ServicesUnderwriting�(Seneca�Toronto)�Canadian�Citizen�(Overseas�card�ofIndia�holder)
10+�years�of�experience�in�CanadianFinancial�Services�industry�withexposure�to�lending,�debtrestructuring,�business�development,customer�relationship�management&�compliance.
https://in.linkedin.com/in/ninadbhave https://in.linkedin.com/in/pankajgoyal7
-�Professor�Asha�KaulFaculty,�Communication�Area,�IIMA
The�PGPX�batch,�with�almost�8�to�10�years�of�work�experience,�brings�to�class�vibrancy�matched�with�high�degrees�of�energy�&�enthusiasm.�In�my�association�with�the�PGPX�
students�over�the�last�7�years,�I�have�always�enjoyed�animated�interactions�with�them.�Class�discussions�are�enriched�as�students�challenge�&�engage�in�intellectual�pursuits�through�
presentation�of�diverse�perspectives�&��mature�understanding�of�business�practices.�
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Project�Manager,�Infosys�(US)•� Led�customer�acquisition�and�managed�a�$�6�mn�account•� Identified� and� realised� new� business� opportunity� of� $1� mn� via�
business�process�transformations•� Spearheaded�customer�expansion�in�APAC
Lead�Process�Consultant,�Infosys�(US)�•� Identified�and�delivered�functional�optimisation�benefits�of�$3.2�mn�
to�the�client�by�enhancing�data�accuracy�by�97%•� Conceptualized�and� implemented�changes�to�business�critical�and�
cost� intensive� dealer� performance�metrics.� This� change� created� a�pipeline�of�$16mn�per�annum�for�the�customer
Domain�Experience•� CRM,� eMarketing,� Campaign� Management,� Software� Products,�
Dealer� Performance� System,� Web� Applications� and� Electronic�Payments�and�Invoicing
Achievements�and�Accolades:•� Infosys�Award�for�Excellence�for�stellar�project�execution•� Infosys�PRIMA�award�for�outstanding�project�quality•� Several�Unit�level�awards
Peeyush�Pachauri
Manager,�Vendor�Development,�Tata�Motors�Ltd,�India•� Vendor�Development�for�New�Projects�in�Passenger�Vehicles�Division�
for�Proprietary�and�Chassis�components•� Coordinated�the�development�of�New�Components� for�Nano�CNG�
Project
Executive�Honda�Siel�Cars�India�Ltd,�India•� Team�Leader,�Supplier�Quality� for�Minor�Model�Change� in�existing�
models•� Team�Member,�Supplier�Quality��for�New�Project�Development•� Supplier�Quality�Assurance,�Domestic�and�KD�Parts�for�Sheet�Metal�
parts
Peush�Mittal
B.E.�(�Comp�Sc�&�Engg)�,�PMP
12�years�of�global�IT�deliveryleadership�and�process�consultancyexperience.�Proven�transformationresults�in�projects�across�five�countries.
B.E.�(Mechanical�Engineering)Institute�of�Technology�&Management,�Gurgaon
8+�years�of�experience�in�AutoAuto�ancillary�Industry�in�QualityAssurance�&�Vendor�Development.
-�Krishna�KumarVice�Chairman�&�Managing�Director,�Philips�India
The�PGPX�program�has�been�one�of�the�top�programs�that�we�have�recruited�from.�For�our�Commercial�Leadership�Program�at�Philips,�we�are�looking�for�talent�who�bring�the�intellectual�
horsepower�needed�to�build�high�growth�businesses�and�yet�combine�the�maturity�and�interpersonal�skills�needed�to�connect�with�the�team,�ease�into�the�organizationʼs�DNA�and�perform/grow�into�
positions�of�leadership.�We�have�found�this�in�the�talent�pool�we�have�recruited�from�PGPX.
https://in.linkedin.com/in/peeyushpachauri� in.linkedin.com/in/peushmittal
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M.S.,�Industrial�and�ManufacturingEngineering,�Wichita�State�University,KS,�May�2004B.E.,�Production�Engineering,�K.B.P.College�of�Engineering,�Satara,�India,June�2000
10�years�of�rich�experience�in�scalingEngineering�and�Manufacturing�offshorecenter�for�Cessna�Aircraft�Company.
Pavan�Kumar�VishnubhatlaParikshit�Chipalkatti
M.�Tech.�(Mechanical�Engineering),Indian�Institute�of�Technology,Kharagpur.
8+�years�experience�in�Operations,Project�Management,�Quality�Systemsand�Manufacturing�System�Design�ofCommercial�Vehicles.
Turnaround�Management:�•� As� Design� Head� amalgamated� new� product� development� and�
sustaining� activities� to� support� 10� aircraft� models.� Apart� from�numerous�accolades,�team�also�delivered�a�new�product�design�of�over�750�details�in�6�weeks�with�zero�quality�defects
•� Turned�around�the�utilization�of�manufacturing�team�from�35%�to�90%�in�3�years,�resulting�in�production�of�tools�with�95�%�accuracy
Program�Management:�•� Developed�and�moved�5�diverse�verticals�up�the�value�chain�to�deliver�
award-winning�tools�that�saved�over�$�6�mn•� Added�Cost�Estimation�capability�to�drive�decisions�for�New�Product�
Design,�saving�over�$�50,000�per�aircraft�door•� Led�a�collaborative�material�testing�project�with�IIT-Delhi�resulting�in�
internal�IP
Operations�Management:�•� Being� the� first� employee�of� a� start-up,� fostered� collaboration�with�
global�engineering�and�other�cross-functional�teams�paving�path�for�further�expansion�of�Cessna-India�to�180�employees�in�6�years
•� Championed� HR� club� to� setup� library,� vacation� policy,� and�communication�training�program
•� Led� the� annual� family� event� to� facilitate� quicker� camaraderie�amongst�expatriates,�employees�and�their�families
Divisional� Manager� ‒� Project� Planning,� Ashok� Leyland� Limited,�Chennai•� Established� Fully� automated� machining� line� for� Front� axle�
components�at�50,000�Units�in�a�Greenfield�location�with�a�Capex�of� � � �₹�72�Cr
•� Developed� Powder� Coating� Process� for� Frame� Side� Members� of�Commercial�Vehicles,�which�is�a�first�time�introduction�in�India,�with�exceptional�quality�and�zero�emissions,�while�handling�Automotive�Painting�Projects�with�a�Capex�of�₹160�Cr
•� Introduced�various�Productivity� improvement�tools� like�Computer-aided� Simulation� for� Process� Planning,� SCADA� and�MIS� in� Project�Planning�Division
•� Achieved� cost� savings� to� the� tune� of� ₹1.5� Cr� through� localization,�efficient� use� of� emerging� technologies� and� Industrial� Engineering�principles�in�several�Continuous�Improvement�projects.
•� Implemented� and� ensured� effectiveness� of� Quality� Management�Systems�like�TS�16949�:�2009�
•� Led�a�Team�of�5�members� for�Value�Engineering�of�Medium�Duty�Buses�and�achieved�a�material�cost�reduction�of�9.1%
•� Developed� a� “Best� Practices”� Manual� for� Operations� and�Manufacturing�at�Greenfield�Plant
•� Handpicked�by�Top�Management�for�Emerging�Leaders�Programme
in.linkedin.com/in/pavanvishnuhttps://in.linkedin.com/in/parikshitchipalkatti
HS�AD�India•� Developed�launch�campaigns,�seasonal�&�tactical�ATL,�BTL�&�Digital�
campaigns�for�various�LG�products•� Developed� organizationʼs� expertise� in� integrated� branding� &�
marketing� communication� strategies� and� assisted� new� business�development� initiatives� with� lead� generation,� strategic� planning,�ideation�and�pitching
India�Today�Group•� Led�development�&�execution�of�branding�&�advertising�campaigns�
for�key�in-house�brands•� Conceptualized�DM�campaigns�to�drive�subscriptions�&�renewals�and�
B2B�campaigns�to�drive�sales•� Handled� client� engagement,� creative� conceptualization� and�
execution�for�special�interest�publication�projects�worth�INR�3mn•� Customized�advertising�solutions�for�optimal�audience�engagement�
for�Nestle,�Luxottica,�RB,�HUL�and�other�advertisers
JWT�India•� Handled� production,� execution� &� vendor�management� for� award�
winning� AIDS� Awareness� Campaign� ʻRed� Ribbon� Expressʼ� at� JWT,�India� for� UNICEF,� India� (Silver� AME;� Guerrilla/Alternative� Media�Category,�2008)
Freelance�Consulting•� Conceptualized�&�produced�cost-effective�advertising�solutions�for�
Canadian�FMCG�brand�Nanak�Foods
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B.E.��(Electrical�and�ElectronicsEngineering)�VisveswarayaTechnological�University�
9�years�of�experience�in�productdevelopment�in�Semiconductors�andAutomotive�industry.
Pragya�SharmaPoulomi�Dasgupta
B.A.�English�(Hons.),�M.A.�English,Lady�Shriram�College�for�Women,University�of�Delhi
7+�years�of�experience�in�Advertising&�Media�Industry�in�developingbranding�&�advertising�solutions�forleading�consumer�durables,�media,fashion�&�lifestyle�brands.�
Senior�System�Design�Engineer�at�SanDisk•� Part�of�team�involved�from�concept�to�production�of�one�of�first�USB�
3.0��“thumb”�drives•� As� the� functional� lead� for� product� validation� ,� improved� � on-time�
release�of�USB�products�by�~10%.�Achieved�an�improvement�of�~33%�in�closure�of�priority-1�issues.�Improved�test�effectiveness�by�~30%�and�reduced�test�cycle�by�~20%
•� Achieved� 100%� automation� of� test� and� data� analysis� for� SSD�characterisation�tests
•� Won�2��“spot�performance”�awards
Senior� Software� Engineer� at� Robert� Bosch� Engineering� &� Business�Solns.�Ltd�(�Hildesheim,�Germany�and�Bangalore).•� Led�performance�and�stress�test�team�for�car�infotainment�products�
for�US�major�,�fitted�in�500,000�vehicles,�including�ultra-luxury�brands.•� Reduced�test�development�time�by�30%�by�developing�test�libraries.�
Achieved� reduction� in� reset� analysis� time�by� 75%.� �Achieved�40%�reduction�in�test�time�of�HMI�screens
Software�Engineer�at�Larsen�&�Toubro�Infotech�Ltd.•� Independently� handled� programming� &� version� control�
management�for�module�for�networking�software
https://in.linkedin.com/in/poulomidasgupta https://in.linkedin.com/in/pragyasharma9�
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Client�Solution�Manager,�Infosys�(India)•� Core�member�of�Pursuit�team,�managing�large�and�complex�bids�for�
newly� formed� Infosys�Subsidiary� in�US�Health�care�&�Public�Sector�Won�a�50�MUSD�crucial�deal� in�Public�Sector�thus�establishing�the�subsidiary�in�this�new�area
•� Contributions� including� suggesting� and� implementing� process�changes�to�make�pursuit�management�better�
Project�Manager,�Infosys�(USA)
•� Led�a�Strategic�Initiatives�of�aligning�IT�Process�in�a�new�acquisition�by�one�of�top�US�HealthCare�Payer
•� Generated�leads�&�secured�new�business�with�a�pipeline�worth�of�100�FTEs
•� Led�a�100+�member�team�which�involved�Infosysʼ�subsidiaries�and�spanned�various�support�functions.�Achieved�Annual�revenues�of�12�MUSD
•� Spearheaded�implementation�of�Onsite-Offshore�delivery�model�for�Critical�roles�in�new�business�area
Achievements•� Excellence� Award� for� Developing� Excellent� Client� relationship,�
Process�Improvements�and�getting�new�Business�•� Excellence� Award� in� recognition� of� outstanding� contributions� to�
Pursuit�and�value�Design�team�
Prajyot�Gandhi
Key�Skill�Set�and�Experience:•� Building�and�managing�high�performing�global�teams•� Project� Management� and� New� Product� Introduction� for� �
semiconductor�Integrated�Circuits�•� Managing� and� driving� improvements� for� cost,� yield� and� quality�
metrics�related�to�manufacturing
Product�Engineering�Manager�(Cypress�Semiconductor)
•� Built�from�scratch�and�managed�product�engineering�team,�serving�two�different�Business�Units
•� Functional�ownership�of�products�with�annual�revenues�of�$80�mn,� �manufactured�in�US,�China�&�South�East�Asia
•� Span� of� control� extending� over� product� engineering� team� in�Philippines�and�support�teams�in�South�East�Asia�besides�India�team
•� Sustained�99%�yield�and�sub-4�ppm�automotive�quality•� ʻCrisis�Managerʼ� for�multiple�major� quality� issues�with� automotive�
customers.� Won� recognition� awards� for� the� same� within� the�company
•� Expertise� in� industrial� and� Automotive� qualification� requirements,�company�auditor�for�manufacturing�sites
Prasanna�V�S�Iyengar
B.E.�(Electronics�&�Telecommunication),Govt.�College�of�Engineering,�Pune
12+�Years�of�Global�Experiencein�Relationship�Management,�BusinessDevelopment,�Presales�&�Strategy,IT�Delivery�in�US�HealthCare�domain
B.Tech.�(Electronics�andCommunication�Engineering),�National�Institute�ofTechnology,�Calicut
Versatile�Manager,�12�yearsʼexperience,�spanning�New�ProductDevelopment,�ManufacturingSustenance�and�ProjectManagement.�
https://in.linkedin.com/in/prajyotgandhi https://in.linkedin.com/in/prasannasiyengar
-�Udit�Goyal,�Alumni,�PGPX�Class�of�2011Business�Head,�Home�Healthcare,�South�Asia,�Philips�HealthTech
PGPX�was�a�great�enriching�all-round�experience�for�me.�I�learnt�a�lot�at�PGPX,�not�onlyfrom�classroom�teaching�but�from�the�interactions�with�fellow�students�having�great�diverse�experience.�It�also�gave�me�a�opportunity�to�introspect�&�reflect�on�my�own�
capabilities�and�provided�a�platform�to�hone�my�skills�for�future�challenges.�PGPX�also�helped�me�build�perspectives�and�adopt�a�holistic�approach�towards�general�management.
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B.�Pharmacy�(Hons)�Birla�Instituteof�Technology�&�Science�(BITS),�PilaniCertified�Scrum�Master
10.5�years�of�experience�in�IT�Industry�-Business�Development,��ProgramManagement,�Client�Engagement�andDomain�Consulting�(Retail),�including6�years�of�international�experiencein�US�and�UK.
Pratima�RajwadePrashant�Kumar�Pathak
B.E.�(Instrumentation�Engineering),Mumbai�UniversitySix�Sigma�Green�Belt,Certified�Scrum�Master
IT�Project�Manager�with�over�a�decadeof�scrum�and�agile�experience�in�bothIT�products�and�services.�Worked�withMNCs�such�as�GE,�Accenture�and�GEPacross�platforms,�technologies�&continents.
Client�Project�Lead,�Infosys�(UK�and�USA)•� Led� a� cross-continental� team� of� 15� to� conceptualize� and� anchor�
Mobile�POS�solution�for�major�UK�retailer•� Managed� a� team� of� 12� to� upgrade� UK� retailerʼs� payment� system�
dealing�with�4�mn�transactions�everyday�worth�₤30�mn,�reduced�the�operations�cost�by�24%�in�first�year
•� Part�of�innovation�strategy�team�at�a�major�US�retailer�to�implement�multi-channel�commerce,�led�Infosys�team�of�12�to�revolutionise�e-commerce�website�for�this�$5�mn�project
Project�Lead,�Infosys�(India)•� Spearheaded� at� least� 10� geographically� distributed� technology�
transformation� projects�with�maximum� team-size� of� 18� associates�adding�$10�mn�to�top�line�of�Infosys
Achievements•� Received�Bravo�award�in�India,�Gem-of-Infosys�in�UK,�and�Consultant�
of�the�year�in�US�Received�full�CSAT�score�in�last�2�years�and�awarded�three�consecutive�1+�appraisal�ratings�(top�1%�of�Infosys)
•� Ranked�7th�in�merit�list�of�MP�X�board�exam.�Selected�among�top�30�students� in� India� to� receive� prestigious� ʻDharam� Hinduja� merit�scholarshipʼ�for�6�consecutive�years
Tech.�Lead,�GEP�(Supply�Chain�Products�for�PC/Mobile)•� Within� 3� months� of� joining,� applied� agile� techniques� to� revamp�
operational� model,� � improving� quality� by� 25%� while� enhancing�productivity�and�efficiency
Team�Leader,�Accenture�(IT�Services�in�Engineering�and�Public�Safety�Domain)•� Oversaw�end-to-end�project�execution�by�leading�teams�working�on�
projects�across�technologies,�platforms,�domains�and�geographies�to�meet� client� requirements� and� strengthen� business� relations� that�fostered�long-term�association
•� Trained�40+�team�members�(including�senior�managers)�on�Scrum�methodology
Advanced�Software�Engineer,�GE�(Industrial�automation�products�for�PC)•� Drove� design� and� development� of� 25+� software� modules� using�
Microsoft�Technologies•� Effectively�delivered�in�all�phases�of�software�development�life�cycle�
including� design,� development,� testing,� defect-fixing� and� test�automation
Achievements:•� Prestigious� ʻDMP� Awardʼ� for� team� accomplishment� leading� to�
customer�savings�worth�$50K•� 'GEAR'�award�(3�times)�for�exemplary�performance�•� 'Best�Student�Awardʻ�in�final�year�of�schooling
https://in.linkedin.com/in/prashpathak https://in.linkedin.com/in/pratimarajwade
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Procurement�&�Logistics�Management,�Oil�India�Limited•� Responsible�for�global�procurement�of�oilfield�equipment�and�spares�
from�700�vendors�spread�across�North�America,�Europe,�Middle�East�and�South�East�Asia�for�around�₹�35�Cr�per�year
•� Managed� overseas� freight�movement� and� customs� clearance� � for�entire�imports�of�Oil�India�Ltd�for��around�₹�250�cr��per�year��
•� Responsible� for� establishment� of� LCs,� collection� payment� and�obtaining�buyers�credit��for�import�payments
•� Worked�with��inventory�management�team�for�drilling�items�•� Key� member� of� Quality� assurance� team� responsible� for�
implementation� of� ISO� 9001:2008� of� OILʼs� Kolkata� Branch� and� a�certified�internal�auditor
•� Expertise� in� governmental� coordination� by� liaising� with� statutory�bodies�like�DGH,�DGFT,�DGCA,�AAI�and�Customs�Authority���
Plant� Maintenance� and� Contract� Management,� Brahmaputra� Valley�Fertilizer�Corporation�Limited•� Responsible� for� maintenance� of� fertilizer� plant,� managed� plant�
maintenance� contracts,� developed� indigenous� vendors� for�maintenance�of�high�pressure�process�equipment
Prayas�Chakravorty
Deputy�Manager,�Maruti�Suzuki�India�Limited�•� �Successfully�led�a�team�of�3�engineers�for�design�and�development�of�
switches�and�sensor�systems��for�5�models•� Conceptualised�and�steered��component�localisation�projects�worth��
10M�INR�•� Formulated��engineering�strategies�for�switches�and�sensors�systemsʼ�
reducing�development��time�by�10%�with�value�savings�of�30M�INR•� Created� and� implemented� audit� norms� for� 15+� Indian� and�
International�suppliers�to�improve�quality�norms�by�20%�
Assistant�Manager��•� Developed�50+�auto�components�from�concept�to�production�for�3+�
global��models�•� Contributed�to�over�20�vehicle�trials�for�6�models�by�working�in�global�
design�teams�along�with�Suzuki,�Japan�and�International�suppliers
Achievements•� Innovator�of�a�Patent�(pending��grant)�“Refueling�Interlock�for�ignition�
of�CNG�vehicles”•� Nominated�by�top�management�to�represent�Maruti�Suzuki�India�Ltd.�
in�a�National�Competition�for�Young�Managers•� Awarded� �Maruti�Suzuki�'Director�&�MEO�Awardʼ�for�commendable�
performance�in�the�field�of�design�&�development•� Awarded�Maruti�Suzuki�Achievement�Award�(�awarded�to�<1�%�of�
employees)
Purnima�TripathiB.E.�(Mechanical),�Assam�EngineeringCollege,�Guwahati�UniversityPGDM(Operations),�IMT-CDL,GhaziabadPGD�in�Materials�and�Supply�ChainManagement,�IMT-CDL,�Ghaziabad
13�years�of�experience�in�GlobalProcurement�and�Logistics�inupstream�Oil�&�Gas�Industry�and�PlantMaintenance��in�Fertilizer�Industry.
B.Tech.�(Mechanical�and�AutomationEngineering),Indira�Gandhi�Delhi�TechnicalUniversity�for�Women�(IGDTUW)
8+�years�of�experience�inproduct�design�and�development,and�vendor�management�inautomobile�industry�for�Indianand�global�markets.
https://in.linkedin.com/in/prayaschakravorty https://in.linkedin.com/in/purnimatripathi
IIM�Ahmedabadʼs�case�based�pedagogy�is�very�rich�in�learning�&�provides�exposure�to�advanced�concepts.�With�diverse�backgrounds�and�an�average�work�experience�of�10�years,�
participants�of�PGPX�considerably�enhance�the�level�of�class�discussion�&�with�it�peer�learning.�PGPX�has�substantially�increased�my�business�intuition�&�business�practice.�PGPX�is�a�world�Class�program�which�provides�rich�opportunities�to�participants�for�all�round�development.
-�Vivek�N.�Joshi,�Alumni,�PGPX�Class�of�2007Associate�Director,�Investment�Advisors�Ltd.
Post�Graduate�Diploma�in�Banking&�Finance�(PGDBF),�National�Institute�ofBank�Management�(An�RBI�institute�forBanking�Research�&�Consultancy),�Pune
A�Banker�with�approx.�9�years�ofexperience�with�7�years�of�experiencein�providing�growth�funding�to�largecorporates.
Ramasubramani�G.Rajani�Modi
B.E.,�(�ECE)�College�of�Engineering,Guindy,�ChennaiCertified�Scrum�Master
9.5�years�of�overall�experience�with4.5�years�of�international�experience�inProgram,�Innovation�and�ClientManagement�and�Business�Developmentfor�US�Insurance�clients.
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Vice� President,� SBI,� Corporate� Accounts� Group� (CAG)� Branch,� Delhi,�India•� Managed�a�credit�portfolio�of�Rs12,000�cr�in�various�fund�based�&�non-
fund� based� facilities� across� Telecom/Glass/NBFC/Fertilizer/�Construction�Sectors
•� Responsible� for� account� planning,� business� development,�negotiation� of� commercial� terms,� client� management,� mentoring�new�joinees
AVP-Credit,�SBI•� Identified� market� trends� in� telecom� industry;� created� business�
expansion�strategies�by�building�relationships�with�Finance�Teams�of�telecom� companies;� analyzed� their� requirements;� conceived�structured�finance
•� Increased� wallet� share� from� Rs� 250� cr� to� Rs� 7500� cr,� generated�transaction�fee�of�Rs�60�cr,�commission�of�Rs�12�cr�and�huge�interest�income
Executive�Grade-A,�SBI�•� End-to-end�Pre-sanction�to�post-sanction�credit�process•� Prepared�a�marketing�plan�for�clients�in�Delhi-NCR•� Established� credit� relationships� with� new� clients� -� business� of� � � �
Rs1500�cr�
Achievement•� ʻAppreciation�Cardʼ� from� Indus�Towers�Ltd.� for�completing�a�high-
value�credit-sanction�within�a�very�tight�deadline
Program�Management�and�Business�Development,�Cognizant•� One�of�the�youngest�associates�to�manage�5�projects�with�12�direct�
and�30�indirect�reportees,�generating�revenue�of�$4+�mn�and�winning�3�projects�worth�$2+�mn�over�2�years
•� Responsible�for�account�operations�of�$16�mn�account•� Setup� and�managed� first� ever� offshore� back� office� operations� for�
leading�US� insurer,� saving�60%�of� total�operation� cost.�Developed�reference�model�to�accelerate�adoption�by�other�business�units
Innovation�Management,�Cognizant•� Proposed,� designed� and� implemented� straight-through� and�
paperless�underwriting�workflow�that�saved�$3.5+�mn�for�a�leading�US�insurer
•� As� Idea�champion,�delivered�$2.7�mn�incremental� innovations�and�ideated�6�breakthrough�ideas�in�auto�insurance�domain�using�SMAC�&�IoT
Achievements•� Best�Brand�Ambassador�award�for�making�in-roads�in�analytics•� Won� “Most� Innovative� Account� award”� at� Insurance� BU,� 4� times�
consecutively�and�individual�award�in�“Most�Futuristic�Idea”�category•� One� of� the� top� 0.5%� of� employees� selected� by� Cognizant� to�
participate�in�“The�Economic�Times�Young�Leader�Award�-�2014”
https://in.linkedin.com/in/rajanimodi https://in.linkedin.com/in/ramasubramanigovindaraj
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Business�Development�Manager,�Cognizant�USA�•� Built�and�managed�a�$5�mn�portfolio�for�a�global�insurance�major.�This�
involved� penetrating� and� establishing� presence� while� laying� the�foundation�for�future�growth
•� Presented�strategic�solutions�on�content�management�to�customers�and�helped�the�organization�win�multiple�contracts�(~$3�mn)
Strategy�Consultant,�Cognizant�USA�•� Conceptualized� and� implemented� a� strategic� Knowledge�
Management�(KM)�platform�in�a�large�IT�firm� �-�resulted�in�an�yearly�cost�saving�of�$5+�mn
•� Built�a�future�state�Knowledge�Hub�to�redefine�the�way�assets�were�cataloged,�searched�and�consumed�within�an�organization�of�200K�employees
•� Defined� and� implemented� a� governance� process� and� control�framework� for� Enterprise� Social� platform� addressing� legal� and�security�concerns
•� Managed�corporate�strategic�projects�for�CFO,�SVP�at�Cognizant
Achievements:�•� Received� ʻOutstandingʼ�and� ʻAbove�and�Beyondʼ�awards�as�well�as�
appreciation�from�the�CEO�at��Cognizant�•� Received�Customer�Award�for�helping�the�customer�to�mitigate�the�
risk�of�a�$12�mn�lawsuit
Ravikumar�Shanmugasundaram
Assistant�Manager,�Architecture,�TATA�Consulting�Engineers�Ltd.Project�Delivery•� Facilitated� finalization� of� product� mix,� preparation� &� approval� of�
layouts�of�a�port�based�SEZ.�Managed�tendering,�reviewed�consultant�deliverables�&�consulted�port�management�&�financial�advisors�on�design
•� Project�Architect�for�Nuclear�Facility.�Managed�interdisciplinary�team�of�120�to�resolve�design�issues,�prepared�&�obtained�layout�approval�from�authorities�&�completed�deliverables�of�25�cr�in�3�months
•� Coordinated� interdisciplinary� teams� across� design� office,�construction�site�&vendors�for�design�&�construction�of�Ultra�Mega�Power�Plant�project
Project�Management�•� Secured�13%�extra� revenue�by� identifying�&� tracking�extra�work�&�
delays�on�Nuclear�Project•� Developed� in-house� document� review� &� coordination� system,�
leading�to�33%�time�savings�&�50%�less�rework
Business�Development�&�Design�Presentations•� Prepared�&�delivered�design�presentations� for�architectural�design�
competitions� like� NIFT� Campus,� CUP� Campus,� BDA� mixed�development�project�at�Bhubaneshwar
•� Assisted�business�development� team�for�proposals�&acquisition�of�projects�from�KIADB�&�KHB
Richa�Aggarwal
B.E.�(Electronics�and�CommunicationsEngineering),�PSG�College�ofTechnology,�Coimbatore
13�years�of�Global�IT�Experience�with4+�years�of�international�experience�inBusiness�and�Strategy�Development,Customer�Engagement�andProgram�Management.
B.�Architecture,�Chandigarh�Collegeof�ArchitectureIGBC�Accredited�Professional,GRIHA�Certified�Trainer
7�years�in�architectural�design�&presentation,�project�delivery�&management�and�businessdevelopment�for�projects�inInfra,�power,�nuclear�&�ports.
https://in.linkedin.com/in/sravikumar27 https://in.linkedin.com/in/richaaggarwal1
-�Anshul�Srivastava,�Alumni,�Class�of�2015AVP�and�Head�of�BFSI�Europe,�Zensar�Technologies
PGPX�is�an�innovative�platform�that�brings�together�a�strong�case�based�pedagogy,�world�class�faculty,�an�exceptional�bunch�of�peers�and�a�real�world�problem�solving�approach.�The�
course�rigour�and�structure�not�only�offers�the�formal�tools�and�knowledge�for�general�management�leadership,�it�creates�an�environment�to�absorb,�reflect�and�transform�
attributes�that�may�be�holding�you�back�all�these�years.
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B.E.�(Electronics),�Mumbai�University
10+�years�of�diverse�managerialexperience�in�IT�Project�Managementin�Insurance,�Banking�and�Telecomdomains�(India�and�USA).
Rohit�NargundeRitesh�Kotian
B.E.�(Mechanical�Engineering)
12�years�of�global�experience�inPortfolio�Management,�BusinessDevelopment�and�TechnologyProgram�Management�in�FinancialServices�industry.
Project�Manager,�Infosys•� Led� a� team�of� 20� on� a� testing� services� engagement� for� a� leading�
Investment�Bank•� Created�solutions�and�processes�which�resulted�in�savings�of�$12,000�
per�year�for�the�Client•� Implemented�Lean�Six�Sigma�for�a�project�as�part�of�Gross�Margin�
improvement�initiative�which�resulted�in�savings�of�$1.5�mn�per�year•� Consolidated�and�tracked�revenue�best�estimates�for�an�account�of�
500�employees�and�$7�mn�quarterly�revenues•� Pre-Sales�activities�including�due�diligence�and�sizing�for�large�deals
Test�Lead,�Infosys�and�Accenture•� Led�a� team�of�10�on�a� testing�services�engagement� for�a� large�UK�
Telecom�Services�Provider•� International�experience�of�6�months� for�a� leading�US�Credit�Card�
company
Achievements•� Felicitated�with�Infosys�quality�and�excellence�awards•� Selected�as�part�of�750� top�performers� to�attend� the�2014� Infosys�
strategy�meet•� Felicitated�with�Accenture�annual�award�for�delivery�excellence•� Nominated� by� Infosys� to� participate� in� the� 2014� Economic� Times�
Young�Leaders�competition
Portfolio�Manager,�Infosys�-�Aus•� Developed� relationship� with� newly� acquired� Australian� banking�
client�and�built�portfolio�worth�$5�mn�in�yearly�revenue•� Led�pursuit�teams�to�expand�business�footprint�in�new�business�lines�
as� well� as� in� competitor� domain.� Won� $1� mn� program� from�competitor�through�proactive�stakeholder�engagement
Program�Manager,�Infosys�‒�Aus,�UK•� Led�$3�mn�transformation�program,�reducing�operations�cost�by�40%�
and�creating�downstream�revenue�potential�of�$12�mn•� Managed�60+�applications�delivering�service�excellence�on�all�KPIʼs�
leading�to�$300K�incentive�payments•� Managed� and� coached� 30� member� team� achieving� 8%� YoY�
productivity�improvement
Project�Manager,�Infosys�‒�India,�UK,�Aus•� Managed� delivery� of� $3.4� mn/yr� portfolio� for� a� global� financial�
services�company•� Spearheaded�global�delivery�of�IT�projects�covering�10+�vendors�and�
client�partners�spread�across�4�continentsAchievements•� Received�7/7�on�engagement�score�consecutively�for�3�yrs•� Delivered�$500k�worth�of�business�value�adds� through� innovation�
and�simplification•� Received� several� excellence� awards� within� Infosys� and� client�
organization
https://in.linkedin.com/in/riteshkotian https://in.linkedin.com/in/rohitnargunde
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Captain�-�NYKSM�Singapore•� Commanded�specialized�LPG�ships�&�was�part�of�take-over�team�for�a�
ship�in�the�capacity�of�Captain•� Successfully� navigated� these� $� 70� million� ships� across� various�
continents� delivering� each� time� about� $� 20�million�worth� of� LPG�cargo�with�a�multinational�crew
•� Implemented� ISM� -marine� quality� management&safety�management�system,got�oil�major�approvals�by�Shell�&�CDI
Other�Certifications�&�Skills•� Decision� making� skills� under� severe� circumstances� protecting�
interests�of�ship�owner�&�managers�while�ensuring�safety�of�crew,�goods�and�property
•� Shipboard�Safety�officer�and�Behaviour�Based�Safety�Training•� Risk�Assessment�and�Incident�Investigation•� Senior�Officers�Leadership�Assessment�Programme•� Transportation� of� oil� and� gas,voyage� optimisation� and� operations�
under�stringent�demands•� Knowledge� of�maritime� contracts,�marine� labour� contracts� in� line�
with�ILO,�economics�of�sea�transport,�marine�law�&insurance•� Ship�maintenance,� cargo�ops,� crew� training� inventory�and�budget�
control•� Managing� regulatory� requirements�of�authorities� like�USCG,�AMSA�
and�MCA
Rohit�Sharma
Branch�Manager,�State�Bank�of�India•� Managed� a� team� of� 12� including� 4�managers� at� a�medium� sized�
branch,�with�total�business�of�Rs.103�crores�&�23,000�accounts•� Drove� several� tech� initiatives� with� regular� customer� trainings� to�
reduce�transaction�cost•� Effectively�implemented�social�banking�by�covering�3�villages�for�Jan�
Dhan�Yojana�&�other�banking�services�through�mobile�platform
�Treasury�Marketing�Officer,�State�Bank�of�India•� Worked�as�Forex�and�Derivative�dealer�and�marketing�officer•� Performed� price� optimization� by� customer� analysis� on� a� granular�
level�•� Assisted�Corporates�in�formulating�their�risk�management�policy•� Imparted� training� to� mid� &� senior� level� managers� in� Forex� and�
Derivatives�market�at�the�apex�training�institution�of�the�bank�-�State�Bank�Academy
•� Conducted� scenario� analysis� of� complex� derivatives� to� help�corporates�understand�the�risks�&�rewards�of�various�deals
�Key�Achievements•� Business�of�the�branch�grew�by�11%�and�profitability�grew�by�12%•� Added� 5� large� sized� corporate� customers� for� forex� and� derivative�
business�with�an�average�business�volume�of�Rs.1,800�crores�
Ruchi�Jain
Master�Mariner�B.Sc.�NauticalSciences,�University�of�Mumbai.PQE�from�Institute�of�CharteredShipbrokers,�London.
14�years�of�global�experience�inshipping�industry�as�a�navigating�officer,including�about�4�years�as�a�Captain.
BHMCT,�GGS�IndraprasthaUniversityCertified�Associate�of�IndianInstitute�of�Bankers;�Passed�level-Iof�the�CFA�program
10+�years�of�diverse�managerialexperience�in�Banking�Sector�inSME�Credit�Appraisal,�Treasury�Salesand�as�Head�of�retail�branch.
-�Prof.�Dheeraj�SharmaChair,�Marketing�Area,�IIMA
In�one�last�decade�PGPX�program�has�matured�to�become�a�unique�program�for�participants�with�rich�experience.�In�my�view,�this�is�the�only�program�in�India�with�experienced�professionals�that�prepares�
participants�for�mid�to�top�level�management�positions.�Participants�of�PGPX�program�are�highly�focused,�enthusiastic,�and�determined�to�learn.��I�believe�that�participants�are�now�well-prepared�to�develop�and�execute�apposite�management�strategies�for�complex�business�situations.�Overall,�I�believe�the�
PGPX�participants�shall�be�excellent�value�addition�to�any�organization.
https://in.linkedin.com/in/shrohit https://in.linkedin.com/in/x15ruchi
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M.Tech.�(IT)�IIIT-B�Bangalore,B.Tech.�(Computer�Science)HBTI�Kanpur�APICS�CPIM��
10+�years�of�experience�in�SupplyChain�Management(IT)��with�expertisein�Retail�Merchandising,�Omni-Channel&�Transportation.
Ruchin�Gaur
Business�Analyst,�Target�Corporation,�India�and�USA•� Driven� the� enhancement� of� order� maintenance� capabilities� for�
Target.com� orders� resulting� in� better� user� experience� and� an�improved�conversion�ratio
•� Analysis� of� various� As-is(stand� alone)� and� To-be(Integrated-Omni�Channel)� business� processes� of� stores� and� dot� com� supply� chain�functions�like�item�setup,�replenishment�and�forecasting
•� Formulated� strategy� for� decommissioning� of� existing� Item�application�which�was� tightly� coupled�with�over� 270�downstream�applications
•� As� a� product� owner� of� Services� for� the� Item� domain,� I� enabled�enterprise�wide�services�rollout
•� Analysis� and� Prioritization� of� requirements� for� the� Domestic�Transportation�Management�solution�and�led�the�implementation�of�i2/JDA�Transportation�Manager� resulting� in�annual�savings�of�over�$24�million�by�improved�freight�routing�and�audit�capabilities
Sr.�Consultant�-��i2�Tech/JDA�Software•� Successfully� executed� implementation� of� i2/JDA� Supply� Chain�
Planner�across�verticals�like�CPG,�Semi-Conductor�manufacturing�and�Consumer�Electronics�in�Europe,�APAC�and�Australia
Account�Manager,�Infosys�(USA,�India)•� Develop� Business� Intelligence� practice� (SAP� BW� and� In-memory�
HANA)�for�Resources�and�Utilities�domain�(Achieved�Annual�revenue�of�$7+�mn,�60+�consultants)
•� Client�Engagement�and�Relationship�management�for�large�accounts�(North� America),� Thought� leadership,� Direction� and� execution�guidance
•� Anchored�numerous�proposals�,�Effort�estimation�and�commercials,�Stakeholder� management� (Key� member� of� $60� mn� deal� winning�team)
Principal�Consultant,�Infosys�(USA,�Europe,�HK,�Australia,�India)•� Led�programs�of�Business�Analytics�and�EPM�area�for�Oil-field�services,�
Retail,� Tours� and� travels,� Manufacturing,� Agro,� Health-care�distribution,�Mining�and�Utilities�domains�(account�size�$5�mn�-�$12�mn,�team�size�of�30�‒�80+�consultants)�
•� Led� projects� for� functions� such� as� Supply-chain� (Procurement,�Inventory,�Manufacturing),�Finance,�Sales,�Billing,�Shipment,�Quality,�HSE,�Re-manufacturing,�and�Planning�and�Forecasting
Achievements�•� Awarded�MVP�(Most�Valuable�Player)�amongst�10,000�consultants�in�
Infosys•� Awarded� Exemplary� Performance� prize� amongst� 120+� onsite�
consultants�by�the�Client
Saket�KumarPGDTM,�Symbiosis�InternationalUniversity,�IndiaB.E.,�Pune�University,�India
12�years�of�global�experience�inClient�Engagement�and�AccountManagement,�and�Consultingfor�Business�Intelligence�andEPM�area.
https://in.linkedin.com/in/ruchin https://in.linkedin.com/in/saketkumar01
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Practice�Manager,�HCL�Technologies,�India•� Core�Member�of�SAP�leadership�team•� Spearhead�$12�mn�practice�comprising�300�consultants�located�in�15�
different� countries� working� on� 25� different� transformation� and�application�management�projects
Managing�Consultant,�HCL�Axon,�UK•� Managed�$3�mn�project,�consisting�of�20�consultants,�as�part�of�an�
award� winning� transformation� program� for� UKʼs� postal� service�provided
•� Design�solutions�for�various�business�requirements�and�then�led�the�implementation� team�for�deploying� the�designed�solutions�across�the�organization
Associate� Manager,� Accenture� Services� Pvt.� Ltd.,� India,� Germany� &�Singapore.•� Enabled�key�business�transformations,�by�reengineering�many�critical�
business�processes�in�multiple�client�engagements,�resulting�in�net�savings�between�$7,50,000�to�$5�mn�annually
•� Accenture�India�point�of�contact�for�leading�the�proposal�response�for�all�ASG�(Austria,�Switzerland�&�Germany)�related�SAP�CRM�RFPʼs
�Achievements•� Received�“Capability�of�the�month”�award�in�Novʼ2014,�Decʼ2014�&�
Janʼ2015�for�operational�excellence
Sandeep�Ganji
MBA,�Charles�Sturt�University,London,�United�Kingdom
10�years�of�global�experience�inheading�SAP�divisions,�andmanaging�consulting�teams�andkey�accounts�in�IT�Services.
Sanchit�Krishna�Srivastava
PGDIT�‒�Indian�Institute�of�InformationTechnology,�BangaloreB.Tech.�(I.T.);��Permanent�Residentof�Australia
11�years�of�experience�in�ERPConsulting,�Program�Management,Product�Designing,�and�SoftwareDevelopment.
Lead�Consultant/Onsite�Lead,�Capgemini�Hong�Kong•� Managed�team�for�SAP�implementation�for�Cathay�Pacific�($18�mn�
client�account)•� Involved� in� resource�mgmt� by� recruiting,�mentoring,� and� training�
senior�profiles•� Led�team�for�SAP�SD�implementation�of�Sony�Japanʼs�“Global�Primo�
West”�project�($10�mn�annual�revenues�for�CG)
Senior�Consultant/Onsite�Coordinator,�Microcom�Soln�‒�Australia•� Worked�for�client�“Tronox�Mining”.�Was�the�only�consultant�deputed�
in�Perth.�Supervised�and�handled�the�entire�offshore�team�in�India�&�S�Africa.� Implemented� strategic� plan� � and� business� expansion� by�setting�legal�requirements
Senior�Associate,�Infosys•� Managed�direct�engagement�(including�Product�Releases)�for�client�
Apple�Computers�U.S.
Project�Leader,�Larsen�&�Toubro�Infotech•� Led� Peoplesoft� implementation� for� Lafarge� Cements,� France.�
Responsible�for�team�management�and�performance�appraisals
Applications�Engineer,�Oracle�Corp•� Worked�on�Product�designing/development�of�Oracleʼs�Peoplesoft�
modules‒Wine�Mgmt,�and�SCM
Achievements•� Sony�Project�Award�for�outstanding�achievement��&�contribution
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandeepganjihttps://in.linkedin.com/in/sanchitkrishna
-�Prof.�Sunil�SharmaFaculty,�Strategy�Area,�IIMA
I�find�PGPX�participants�exceptionally�high�on�global�mind-set,�leadership�acumen,�and�structured�decision�making.�As�Indian�economy�enters�into�a�phase�of�high�competition,�it�is�imperative�that�organizations�recruit�people�having�strong�global�business�outlook,�professional�
commitment,�and�leadership�skills.�The�fact�that�PGPX�participants�chose�to�hone�their�management�skills�after�gaining�substantial�work�experience�shows�their�inclination�and�commitment�for�learning.�It�is�my�firm�belief�that�PGPX�participants�are�capable�of�adding�immense�
value�to�an�organization�at�middle�and�senior�level�positions.
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B.E.�(Mechanical�Engineering),Delhi�College�of�Engineering
11+�years�of�experience�spanningStrategy,�Business�Development,Marketing�Services�and�QualityAssurance,�Projects,�and�Maintenance.
Sandeep�Majumdar
AGM,�Marketing�Services�&�Quality�Assurance,�Tata�Chemicals•� Established� the� Quality� Assurance� function,� enhanced� brand�
management�in�business�portfolio�of�₹�2500�cr,�played�active�role�in�product�positioning
•� Conceptualized� and� planned� Indiaʼs� first� Sulphate� of� Potash�manufacturing�project�in�PPP�mode�with�Govt
•� Achieved�benchmark�customer� relationship�by� reducing� repetitive�quality�complaints�by�70%
Manager,�Strategy�&�Business�Development,�Tata�Chemicals•� Developed� and� deployed� LTSP,� Balance� Score� Card� and� SDM� for� � � � � � � � � � �
₹�5000�cr�business•� Evaluated� business� development� and� acquisition� prospects� ‒�
resulted� in� acquisition� of� one� subsidiary� and� strategic� marketing�agreements�with�2�large�manufacturers
•� Carried�out�product�make-buy�strategic�and�financial�evaluation
Astt�Manager,�Mechanical�Maintenance,�Tata�Chemicals•� Executed�Urea�brownfield�project�‒�raised�plant�capacity�from�3000�
TPD�to�3500�TPD•� Carried� out� preventive� and� turnaround� maintenance� of� turbines,�
compressors�and�pumps�in�Urea�and�Ammonia�plants
Achievement•� Selected�for�accelerated�career�enhancement�at�Tata�Chemicals�and�
trained�at�IIMA�in�2009�for�higher�management�roles
Sr.�Manager�-�Business�Performance�Enhancement,�Tata�Steel•� Created� cost� reduction� opportunity� of� � ₹25� cr� annually� through�
network�optimization�for�finished�goods�dispatches•� Strengthened� QA� system� to� prevent� cost� leakage� of� ~� ₹20� cr� in�
Limestone�imports•� Led�an�initiative�for�process�improvement�for�Flux�cost�reduction�(₹23�
cr�annually)�in�Steel�making•� Achieved�delay�reduction�of�32%�through�reliability�improvement�in�
Coal�handling�circuit�using�FMEA�&�RCFA�tools��
Sr.�Manager�-�Total�Quality�Management,�Tata�Steel•� Trained�on�Six�Sigma�process,�lead�auditor�on�IMS�(ISO9001,�ISO14001�
&�OHSAS18001)�•� Facilitated�implementation�of�management�systems�(Policy/�Daily/�
change�Mgmt.,�QA�&�TPM)•� Designed�&�deployed�TQM�MIS�for�creating�top�management�focus�
on�improvement�initiatives
Manager�-�Project�Management,�Tata�Steel
•� Led�a�cross�functional�team�of�120�for�Erection�&�Commissioning�of� �Industrial�Cooling�plant�(project�budget:�₹16�cr)
•� Implemented�CCPM� for�project� scheduling,� and�developed� SOP�&�maintenance�standards�to�achieve�smooth�ramp-up�of�plant
Manager�-�Mechanical�Maintenance,�Tata�Steel•� Led�a�team�of�15�people,�deployed�TPM,�established�lean�pares�Mgmt.�
system�,�reducing�inventory�by�₹45�lakhs�
Sandeep�Kumar
B.Tech.�(Mechanical�Engineering),Indian�Institute�ofTechnology�-�Kanpur
8�years�of�experience�in�Steel�Industryacross�the�roles�of�Businessimprovement,�Quality�Management,Project�Management�and�Maintenance.
https://in.linkedin.com/in/skumar335 https://in.linkedin.com/in/majumdarsandeep
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Project�Manager,�NTPC�Limited•� Handled�8�projects�of�combined�worth�₹�1200�cr,�from�feasibility�to�
contract�closing,� including� first�HCSD�project�at� Jhajjar�and�critical�Dadri�project�developed�for�Commonwealth�Games
•� Led�standardization�initiative�resulting�in�reduction�of�package�time�by�6�months
•� Convinced�top�management�to�write�off�cost�incurred�on�a�284m�long�bridge�in�Farakka�stalled�since�1981.�Re-initiated�design�contract�on�single�tender�and�involved�in�price�negotiation
•� Formulated�and� implemented�the�use�of�precast�pedestals� for�ash�disposal,�saving�2�months
•� Achieved�cost�saving�of�₹18�cr�for�800MW�plants�by�revising�design�parameters�for�silos
•� Resolved�regulatory�issues�through�liaising�with�State�governments,�IITʼs�and�Ministries,�reducing�delays
•� Received� certificate� of� appreciation� from� higher�management� for�devising� reconstruction� methodology� for� damaged� structures�preventing�plant�shutdown
•� Spearheaded�knowledge�management�initiatives�at�the�department�level
Achievements•� Published�author�of��fiction�novel•� Recipient�of�“Rashtrapati�Award�for�scouting”•� Completed�Mumbai�full�marathon�(42.2�km)
Saptadeep�Basu
B.Tech.�(Civil�Engineering),�NationalInstitute�of�Technology,�SilcharCIPM�certified
7+�years�of�experience�in�ProjectExecution,�Vendor�Management,Knowledge�Management�andTechnical�Support�in�Energy�sector.
Sandeep�Sharma
B.Tech.�(Electronics�&Communications�Engineering),NIT�Allahabad
6.5�years�of�experience�in�BusinessDevelopment,�Strategy�Planning,Channel�Management�&�CRM
Retail�Business�Manager,�Bharat�Petroleum�Corp.�Ltd.•� Led�a�team�of�8�to�manage�network�of�150+�dealers,�annual�revenue�
account��₹1170�cr•� Assessed� market� potential� for� channel� expansion,� conducted�
feasibility� study,� strategized� dealer� and� site� selection,� resulting� in�market�share�gain�of�8%
•� Spearheaded�analysis�of�competitors�and�markets,�emerging�trends,�business�critical�updates.�Championed�sales�forecasting�and�loyalty�programs�
•� Forged�alliance�with�banks�and�food�chains,�generating�allied�retail�revenue�upto�₹�2�cr/yr�
•� Liaisoned� with� statutory� and� government� authorities� for� NOC� to�reduce�lead�time�for�commissioning�gas�stations�by�90�days
Achievements�•� Received� ʻLeadership� In� Action-2011ʼ� award� for� outstanding�
individual�contribution�FY�2010-11(top�ten�<�0.5%�Pan�BPCL�India)•� Commissioned�38�new�gas�stations�in�record�20�months�to�achieve�
revenue�of��₹�342�cr/yr�•� Conceived�and�designed�idea�of�“Customer�First”�initiative�that�led�to�
additional�revenue�of�₹�8.1�cr/yr,�idea�scaled�to�7�major�cities•� Appreciated� by� C&MD� for� presenting� “IDEAS-2009”� on� financial�
inclusion�of�short�distance�vehicle�drivers�community
-�Dr.�Arvind�N�Agrawal,President�-�Corporate�Development�&�Human�Resources,�RPG�Enterprises
We�have�been�meeting�PGPX�students�over�last�nearly�six�years.�We�find�them�scholastically�very�bright,�often�with�unique�experiences�in�global�environment.�In�addition,�they�display�great�deal�of�
maturity�in�their�people�skills,�leadership�style�as�well�as�high�level�of�pragmatism�in�pursuing�appropriate�career�choices.�Over�the�years,�this�has�helped�us�hire�several�of�them�to�fill�up�our�unique�
senior�management�positions�in�RPG�across�our�varied�businesses.
http://www.linkedin.com/in/ssharma2708 https://in.linkedin.com/in/saptadeepbasu
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Marine�Engineer�Officer�Class-1,Auditor-ISM,�ISPS�AND�MLC
16�years�+�of�Global�experience(8�yearsʼ�experience�as�Chief�Engineer)in�Shipping.�I�have�Expert�knowledgein�Marine�Systems,�Marine�Law,�PollutionPrevention,�Audit�and�Survey.
Satya�Sunder�Ghosh
Chief�Engineer�(Wallem)(Europe)•� I� led� a� team� of� Engineer� and� Technicians.� I� implemented� major�
automation� and� technical� innovations� in�ultra-low� sulphur� fuel� oil�systems,� pollution� prevention� and� marine� diesel� engine,� saved�millions� of� dollars� for� the� company� through� new� technological�innovation
Chief�Engineer�(Starships)�(UAE)•� I�saved�a�Motor�Tanker�from�disaster�through�quick�reaction�during�a�
dangerous�situation�thereby�saving�24�lives,�danger�to�environment�and�millions�of�dollars� for� the� company.� I� took�over/�handed�over�ships,� carried� out� major� dry-docks,� implemented� various� quality�management�systems.�I�saved�millions�of�dollar�by�implementing�a�new� innovative� fuel� system.� I� lead� the� team� in� the� hostile�environment� of� Nigeria.� I� handled� assets� over� a� Billion� US� Dollar�worldwide
Achievements•� I�lead�successful�international�inspections.�I�am�a�3rd�Dan�Black�belt�in�
karate�with�4�National�medals
Technical�Consultant� (Presales� -�Global�Media�and�Telecom)� -�Wipro�Infotech
•� Crafted� end-to-end� technical� solutions� for� multi-million� dollar�projects� with� the� appropriate� Product� mix,� Effort� estimation� and�Resource�matrix
•� Led�cross-functional�pre-sales� teams� for�bids� ranging� from�$0.8� to�$1.2�million
Specialist�(Network�Engineering)�‒�Ericsson�India�Global�Services�Pvt�Ltd•� Spearheaded� multiple� Network� Modernization� Projects;� ensured�
robust�design,�product�selection�and�improvement�of�KPIʼs.•� Led� teams� of� highly� skilled� engineers� (team� size� between� 6� ‒� 21�
members)� and� successfully� delivered� projects� worth� $1.2� million�across� geographies� ‒� Bouygues� Telecom� (France),� Vodafone� &�Orange�(Spain)
Asst.�Manager�-�(Network�Engineering)-�Tata�Communications�Ltd�•� Successfully�led�a�team�of�6�members�to�Optimize�and�launch�the�first�
Retail�WiMAX�network� in�Bangalore� and�Hyderabad.� Received� the�Xtramile�award�(Jan�2010)�for�extraordinary�contribution
•� Carved� the� process� for� smooth� migration� to� new� technology.�Reduced�the�changeover�time�to�less�than�two�days�saving�$50k�and�improved�go�to�market�time
Satish�Parasavedi
B.Tech.�(Electronics�&�CommunicationEngineering),�JNTU,�Hyderabad
12+�years�of�experience�in�StrategicPlanning,�Project�Delivery�andConsulting�for�Technology�Projectsin�Telecom�Industry.�
https://in.linkedin.com/pub/satya-sunder-ghosh/15/aa/914https://in.linkedin.com/in/sparasa
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Surgeon•� Performed�and�supervised�over�1500�surgeries�•� Managed�300�OPD�clinics�with�very�high�patient�traffic
Medical�Education�-�Assistant�Professor,��Surgery•� Delivered�over�200�hours�of�lectures�and�bedside�training�•� Managed�academic�curriculum�for�the�MBBS�course
Research�Guide•� Guided�four�MS�(Surgery)�student�theses�and�one�ICMR�project
Hospital�administration�and�policy•� Led�the�team�to�draft�the�hospitalʼs�disaster�management�plan•� Designed�the�surgical�linen�procurement�policy�of�the�hospital•� Formulated�technical�specifications��for�equipment�procurement��for��
surgery�department
Achievements•� Gold�Medalist�-�Best�MS�(Surgery)�candidate•� “Best�Thesis”�award�winner•� �Editor-in-chief,�“World�Journal�of�Minimal�Access�Surgery”•� Authored�14�peer-reviewed,�cited�journal�papers�•� Member,�expert�group�for�“Indian�Guidelines�for�Vaccination�in�Older�
Adults”�under�the�aegis�of�Geriatric�Society�of�India
Dr.�Seema�Singh
MBBS,�MS�(General�Surgery),Institute�of�Medical�Science-BHUDNB�(General�Surgery)�PG�certificate�course�inHospital�Management,�NIHFW
Over�15�years�of�experience�asa�Surgeon�|�Assistant�ProfessorResearch�Guide�|�Author�|�EditorHealth�Care�Specialist.
Saurabh��Mahajan
B.�Tech.�National�Institute�ofTechnology�Hamirpur
8+�years�of�experience�in�ProductDevelopment,�CustomerEngagements�and�OperationalStrategy�in�High�Tech�Industry.
Chief�Engineer,�Samsung�Electronics•� Devised� strategy� to� reduce� integration� time,� resulted� in� 15%�
productivity�gains�for�the�organization•� Managed� engagements�with� vendors,� customer� and� stakeholders�
across�globe�-Asia,�EU�and�US,�delivered�$60�mn�projects
Account�Manager,�ST�Ericsson�•� Managed�engagement�with�customers,�stakeholders�and�R&D�teams�
across�globe�for�a�$90�mn�account-single�POC•� Established� execution� roadmaps,� increased�market� share� at� Tier� 1�
customer�by�5%�and�reduced�escalations�by�30%•� Booked�$25�mn�in�annual�revenue�by�strategically�executing�a�pilot�
project
Application�Engineer�ST�Ericsson•� Established�and�led�a�multi-site�team�(India,�Romania�&�China),�helped�
commercialize�80+�phone�models�($250�mn)•� Evaluated� and� executed� strategy� to� replace� competitor� product,�
translated�to�$6�mn�revenue�for�the�BU•� Conceived� and� implemented� business� processes� to� improve� local�
resolution�ratio�(16%)�&�turn-around�time�(50%)�for�the�BU
Achievements•� One�of�the�Youngest�Account�Manager(<5%)�in�ST,�promoted�3�years�
ahead�of�normal�cycle•� “Recognition”�and�“Kudos”�award�for�outstanding�achievements
https://in.linkedin.com/in/saurabhm9 in.linkedin.com/in/drseema
-�Sriram�Vishwanathan,�Alumni,�PGPX�Class�of�2013CEO�-�Thermax�Onsite�Energy�Solutions�Ltd.
My�one�year�at�PGPX�was�a�truly�enriching�and�memorable�one,�thanks�to�the�unbeatable�combination�of�course�content,�pedagogy,�quality�of�the�faculty�and�the�diversity�of�peers.�The�course�provided�me�with�tools�&�insights�and�sharpened�my�ability�to�think,�strategize�and�execute�business.�
More�significantly,�it�helped�me�achieve�a�radical�shift�in�industry�from�IT�to�Energy�and�widen�my�span�from�Account�Management�to�Enterprise�Management.
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B.Tech.�(Mechanical�&�Automation)Indira�Gandhi�Delhi�TechnicalUniversity�for�Women,Delhi
6.5�years�of�work�experience�in�ProductPlanning�and�Project�Management�inAutomotive�sector.
Shilpy�Mishra
Dy�Manager,�Maruti�Suzuki�India�Limited•� Managed�various�projects�from�Concept�stage�to�Start�of�production�
and�executed�entire�project�management•� Led� a� cross� functional� team� for� the� project� management� of� SX4�
facelift,�SX4�CNG�&�SX4�Diesel•� Responsible� for� developing� Ciaz� concept� including� key� words,�
positioning,� target� price,� target� segment,� timeline� and� basic�specifications
•� Identified�market�gaps�by�assessing�potential�segments�for�MSIL�to�foray�into�and�proposed�broad�product�concepts�in�line�with�technical�expertise�and�business�aspirations�of�SMC�&�MSIL�
•� Gathered� market� intelligence� -� tracked� new� product� launches� by�competitors,� compared� them� with� relevant� MSIL� products� and�updated�the�management�with�product�details,�positioning,�target�customer�and�likely�impact�on�market�dynamics
•� Participated�in�researches�to�understand�the�customer�feedback�for�improvising� the� existing� models� and� the� requirements� from� the�future� products� and� translated� the� feedback� into� future� product�specifications
•� Conceptualized� a� companywide� portal� for� inviting� marketing�suggestions
•� Conceptualized,�developed�and�copyrighted�a�portal�that�generates�customized�automated�reports�to�compare�the�100+�models�in�Indian�market
Sr.�Staff�Engineer,�Broadcom�Inc.�•� Led� mission� critical� groups� responsible� for� delivering� multiple�
generations�of�cutting�edge�technologies,�platforms�and�products•� Worked� closely� with� Business� Unit� management� &� marketing�
department� to� come-up� with� various� business� development�strategies
•� Managed� escalations,� crisis/critical� situations� and� executive�communication
•� Suggested� and� implemented� power� reduction� techniques� which�helped� bring� down� idle� time� chip� power� consumption� by� 10%,�helping� to� win� over� a� 100� Million� Dollar� customer� from� the�competition
•� Expertise� in� architecture,� development� &� verification� of� device�drivers,�firmware�and�embedded�software
Sr.�Research�Engineer,�LSI�(Avago)•� Led�local�product�development�team�which�achieved�revenue�of�$25�
million�from�scratch
Achievements•� Received�best�product�of�the�year�award�by�LSI�(Avago)�for�storage�
techno.��Multiple�successful�product�launch�awards•� 3�Trade�secrets�disclosures
Shalin�Patel
B.E.�(Electronics�&�Communication)Gujarat�University,�Ahmedabad
10�years�of�experience�in�managingProduct�Innovation,�TechnologyDevelopment�and�MarketPenetration�Strategies.
https://in.linkedin.com/in/shilpymishrahttps://in.linkedin.com/in/shalinmpatel
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Delivery�Manager�‒�Life�Science,�Thomson�Reuters�(UK)•� Technology�manager�responsible�for�product�and�content�platform�
with�an�IT�budget�of�$1.5�M,�and�team�of�12�across�France,�UK,�Spain�and�India.��Team�contributed�to�revenues�up�to�$13�M
•� Created�annual�portfolio�plan�for�business�team�&�monthly�resource�and�budget�forecasts�for�technical�team
•� Responsible� for� vendor� management� including� selection,�development,�SOW�and�billing
Development�Manager,�Thomson�Reuters�(India)•� Managed�service�transition�(US�to�Bangalore),�development,�delivery�
and�post�production�support�of�Novus,�a�distributed�search�engine
System�Architect,�Wells�Fargo�Bank�N.A�(San�Francisco,�CA)•� Architect� responsible� for� technology� strategy� of� online� sales� and�
marketing�platform•� Designed� new� generation� online� marketing� platform,� which�
improved�cross-selling�based�on�customer�profile�resulting� in�30%�increase�in�upsell�and�cross�sell
Achievements•� Employee� of� the� month� award� for� on� time� strategic� data� centre�
migration�projects�resulting�in�$120K�yearly�savings�•� Star�award�from�Wells�Fargo�marketing�team�for�the�product,�Splash�
tool�which�reduced�the�offer�deployment�life�cycle�from�2�weeks�to�2�days�
Suma�Antony
B.Tech.�(�Electrical�and�Electronics),Calicut�University,�Kerala
12�years�of�global�experience�inProduct�Development,�ProjectManagement�and�TechnologyStrategy�in�Life�Science,�Financialand�Search�Domains.�
Sudhanshu�Upadhyay
B.�Tech.�&�M.�Tech.�Dual�Degree(Intelligent�Manufacturing),IIT�MadrasSix�Sigma�Green�Belt�(GE)
11�years�of�experience�in�IT�ProjectDesign�and�Implementation.
Principal�Software�Engineer,�IHS�Global�Private�Ltd.•� Successfully� designed,� architected� and� developed� 'Scout'�
middleware� and� DB� framework� which� serves� every� web� based�application� linked� to�4DOnline� -�worldʼs� largest�400�million� strong�electronics�component�database
•� Led�a�team�of�5�engineers�and�2�SQA�developers�to�design/develop�and� test� web� and� XML� based� solutions� to� access� the� 4DOnline�Database
•� Formulated�conversion�rules�for�consumer�requirements�to�technical�specifications�in�coordination�with�Project�and�Sales�Senior�Directors
Edison/Design�Engineer,�GE�John�F�Welch�Technology�Center•� Designed� and� developed� various� modules� for� ʻeClearanceʼ� and�
ʻCATLiteʼ� clearance� analysis� tools� for� GE� Gas� Turbine� and� Aircraft�Engine�Clearance�analysis
•� Led� a� team� of� 4� engineers� to� work� on� Aircraft� Engine� Nacelle�Geometry�Generator�(NaGG)�tool�enhancement
•� Selected� for� GEʼs� prestigious� Edison� Engineering� Development�Program�(EEDP)
Awards�and�Recognitions•� Circle�of�Excellence�Award,�CEO�and�Chairman,��IHS�Inc•� Certificate�of�Appreciation,�Senior�Vice�President,��IHS�Inc
-�Nitin�Sharma,�Alumni,�Class�of�2007CIO�and�Head�-�Corporate�Strategy�and�Biz�Dev,�Raychem�RPG
PGPX�was�a�platform�that�gave�the�complete�360�degree�view�of�running�and�transforming�a�business.�A�rigorous,�yet�structured�and�guided�approach�towards�learning�inter-linkages�
between�financial�ratios,�strategy�formulation�and�organizational�structure�gave�deep�insight�into�strategy�formulation�and�successful�implementation.�PGPX�helped�me�transform�from�
manager�to�executive�leadership�role.�
https://in.linkedin.com/in/sudhanshuupadhyay https://in.linkedin.com/in/sumaantony
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Post-Graduate�Program�in�Design,National�Institute�ofFashion�Technology�Delhi
12�years�of�leadership�roles�inthe�specialty�Retail�Industry.Headed�Product�Management�andMarketing�Communication�Functions.
Supratim�Choudhury
Senior�General�Manager�‒�Head�of�Product�and�Merchandising,�Lerros�Moden�GmbH•� Identified� the� gaps� in� the� market� and� built� product� and�
merchandising�frameworks�from�the�ground�up•� Re-engineered� product� mix� to� establish� distribution� channel�
presence,�leading�to�22%�sales�growth•� Worked�directly�with�the�CEO,�supporting�strategic�and�operational�
decision-making�to�orchestrate�India�foray
General�Manager�-�Head�of�Product�and�Marketing�Communications,�Indian�Terrain�Fashions�Ltd
•� Created�a�new�market�in�casual�wear,�achieving�highest�market�share�in�the�department�store�channel
•� Executed�the�mandate� to� turnaround�the�brand�by� remodeling� its�positioning�and�customer�value
•� Worked�directly�with� the�CEO,� co-leading�business� transformation�and�pan-India�retail�expansion
Senior� Manager� -� Lead� Designer� Van� Heusen� and� Peter� England,�Madura�F&L,�Aditya�Birla�Nuovo�Ltd
•� Spearheaded� Worldwear� -� a� product� innovation� that� made� Van�Heusen�a�first-mover�in�the�super-premium�segment
•� Cracked“high�brand�awareness�but�subpar�quality�”hurdle�of�Peter�England,�achieving�highest�market�share�in�the�value�segment
Engagement�Manager,�Manthan�Services,�Kuala�Lumpur�‒�Malaysia•� Managed�client�relationship�&�project�portfolio�of�$5�mn�comprising�
Retail�Systems,�Analytics�&�E-commerce•� Managed�E2E�E-commerce�operations�(IT,�supply�chain�&�delivery)�for�
Malaysian�hypermarket�chain•� Led�cutting-edge�business�program�to�launch�QR�code�based�Virtual�
stores�at�Malaysian�transit•� Worked�for�CIO�of� large�Retailer� to� formulate� IT�Strategy,�Analytics�
roadmap,�Vendor�Evaluations�&�Multi-Channel�transition
Consultant,�Deloitte�Consulting�LLP,�USA•� Led�program�governance�advisory�on�pipeline�management,�project�
prioritization�and�control�for�Fortune�50�Bank•� Advisory� on� IT� Process� Transformation� for� Healthcare� provider�
reducing�cycle�time�by�30%
Lead�Business�Analyst,�TC�S,�Minneapolis�-�USA•� Led� projects� in�Merchandizing�&�Marketing� analytics� for� a� top�US�
Retailer•� Architected�complex�product�cost�algorithm�for�Margin�Analytics�for�
Retail�giant�
Acheivements•� Deloitte�Consulting�Excellence�Award�for�outstanding�performance•� TCS�Global�Retail�Award� for�white�paper�on�Merchandizing�model� �
trasformation
Sumedh�Ranadive
B.E.�(Electrical�Engineering),University�of�Mumbai
10�years�of�global�consultingexperience�in�Solutions�Advisoryfor�Retail,�Wholesale�&�E-commercein�North�America�&�SE�Asia�.
https://in.linkedin.com/in/sumedhranadive www.linkedin.com/in/supcho
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Program�Manager,�Microsoft�Corporation�(US)•� Led�a�multi-cultural�team�of�16�to�add�a�feature�in�Microsoft�Windows,�
impacting�~1billion�users�across�Windows�7,�8,�8.1,�10•� Enhanced� the� Windows� telemetry� system� to� better� understand�
customer�issues�through�data,�and�built�analytics�framework�thereby�improving� compatibility� of� hardware� devices� by� 13%� and�applications�by�6%.
•� Engaged�with�8�external�partners�(Intel/HP/Lenovo)�to�ensure�device�driver�availability�on�Windows�Update
•� Cross�collaborated�across� teams� in�Windows,�Windows�Phone�and�Xbox� divisions� to� integrate� similar� but� differently� implemented�features,�improving�planning�and�operational�efficiency
Programmer�Analyst,�Infosys�Ltd.�(US,�India)•� Managed�a�vendor�team�to�develop�financial�reporting�for�executives�
of�Online�Division�and�CEO�of�Microsoft•� Created�a�new�Tier�1�Helpdesk�team�to�improve�issue�resolution�time�
and�productivity�of�Tier�2�teams�by�35%•� Trained� an� overseas� team� of� 5� to� reconcile� invoices� between�
Microsoft�and�T-Mobile
Achievements•� Received�cash�award�of�$8888�for�contributions�to�Windows�8•� Bagged�Best�All�Rounder�Award
Ullas�Ameriya
B.E.�(Computer�Science),University�of�Rajasthan
10+�years�of�global�leadershipexperience�in�ProductDevelopment�in�SoftwareIndustry.
Tejpal�Singh�Kang
PG�Diploma�in�Telecom�Management(Symbiosis�Institute�of�TelecomManagement)B.Tech.�‒�Electrical�(Punjab�TechnicalUniversity,�Jalandhar)
11�years�of�Sales�and�AccountManagement�experience�handlingTelecom�&�Enterprise�Customersacross�APAC�and�the�Middle�East.
Sales�Director,�Subex�Limited•� Led�sales�of�Business�and�Capex�Optimisation�products�to�telecom�
operators�across�South�Asia�and�ANZ•� Expanded�the�companyʼs�footprint�in�Bangladesh.�Signed�a�USD�5+�
mn�deal�with�one�of�the�countryʼs�leading�telecom�service�providers
Key�Account�Manager,�Comverse�Network�Systems•� Led� sales� of� BSS� and� VAS� products� to� telecom�operators� in� India,�
SAARC�and�the�Gulf�region•� Signed�a�USD�6�mn�multi-year�Managed�Services�deal�with�an�Indian�
telecom� operator.� The� first� MS� engagement� with� complete� SLA�ownership�for�the�company�globally.�Converted�the�customer�into�a�reference�site�for�the�company
•� Won� a� USD� 2�mn� deal� from� a� leading� operator� in� Oman� and� re-established�the�companyʼs�presence�in�the�Gulf
•� Signed� a� USD� 3.8�mn� deal� for� a� new� product� with� Indiaʼs� largest�telecom�operator
Head�-�New�Business�(North),�Avaya�Global�Connect�Limited•� Managed� a� team� of� 4� Account� Managers� responsible� for� new�
customer�acquisition�in�North�India•� Consistently� delivered� revenue� numbers� &� added� 10+� new�
customers�despite�a�challenging�macro-economic�environment•� Inducted�into�the�Achieverʼs�Club�for�exemplary�sales�performance�in�
FY�2007
https://in.linkedin.com/in/tejpalkang https://in.linkedin.com/in/ullasameriya
-�Vineet�Sharma,�Alumni,�PGPX�Class�of�2009VP-HR�&�Internal�Operations,�Datawrkz�Business�Solutions
My�sole�reason�for�joining�the�PGPX�was�to�get�ready�for�the�corporate�world.�The�rigour�of�the�course�and�the�contributions�from�the�faculty�and�peers�ensured�that.�In�retrospect,�however,�I�fell�that�the�more�important�value�adds�were�in�terms�of�developing�a�sensibility�to�learn�to�live�
with�ambiguities�and�a�structured�approach�of�decision�making�based�on�reasonable�assumptions�and�validating�those�assumptions,�during�and�after�implementation.
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B.Tech.�(Electronics�Engineering),Motilal�Nehru�National�Institute�ofTechnology,�Allahabad
Telecom�professional�with�9+�years�ofexperience�in�Business�Development,Marketing,�Strategy,�and�Design�ofTelecom�Equipment.
Vikas�Diwvedi
In-charge� of� Defence� Projects� Marketing� at� C-DOT� (Telecom�Technology�Centre�of�Government�of�India):•� An�expert� at�business�development�and�marketing�of�products� to�
Government�and�Defence�forces•� Possess� comprehensive� knowledge� of� telecom� technology,� bid�
management,�and�business�event�management•� Managed� team� of� 15� resources� to� successfully� organize� product�
exhibitions�at�business�events�and�conferences•� Converted�business�leads�of�Defence�sector�to�supply�orders�worth� � � � �
₹�65�cr•� Represented� the� organization� in� negotiation� committee�meetings�
with�Defence�officials,�and�reduced�the�average�discount�offered�from�7%�to�4%�in�one�year
•� Designed�and�implemented�organizationʼs�first�six�sigma�project�to�reduce�the�average�time�of�project�proposal�submission�to�customers�by�29%
•� Reported�to�Head�‒�Marketing,�and�worked�closely�with�head�of�the�organization�to�formulate�business�plan�and�strategy
Staff�Engineer,�Intel�Corporation,�USA•� Led� teams� to� scale-up�quad-core� and� i3,� i5,� i7� process� flows� from�
research�to�manufacturing�ensuring�CE!�methodology•� Owned� strategic� negotiations� with� vendors� during� purchase� of�
$10mn�equipment�resulting�in�virtual�factory�savings�of�$25�mn•� Developed�processes�for�manufacturing�to�improve�yield�leading�to�
saving�of�20%�in�product�loss�amounting�to�$50�mn�per�year•� Designed�and�implemented�strategies�for�improving�operational�and�
sustaining�capacity�for�etch�modules�to�meet�cycle�time,�up-time�and�wafer�output�goals
•� Managed�intellectual�property�documentation�and�specifications�by�authoring�white�papers� to�document� improved�process� capability�and�end-of-line�yield
Co-op,�General�Electric�Global�Research,�USA•� Led�multi-disciplinary�team�to�develop�coal�gasifier�material�resulting�
in� reduced� downtime� by� 40%� improved� efficiency� by� 20%� and�reduction�in�environmental�impact�by�lower�emission
Achievements:•� Authored� 1� US� patent,� 12+� peer-reviewed� publications,� and� 60+�
process�change�white�papers•� Received� five� Intelʼs� Divisional� Performance� Awards� and� two�
honorary�committee�memberships�at�Georgia�Tech
Dr.�Vikas�BehraniPh.D.�(Materials�Science),�GeorgiaInstitute�of�Technology,�Atlanta�USAB.Tech.�(Ceramic),�IIT-BHU,�Varanasi
USA�Permanent�Resident
14+�years�of�experience�in�TechnologyDevelopment�and�Transfer,�ManagingInnovation�and�AdvancedManufacturing�Operations�insemiconductor,�and�energy�sectors.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/vikasbehrani https://in.linkedin.com/in/vikasdiwvedi
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Senior�Manager,�John�Deere�India•� Led�a�team�of�25�engineers�engaged�in�virtual�product�validation�of�
Deereʼs�next�generation�seeding,�planting�and�spraying�machinery.�Managed�key�programs�with�annual�US�$2�mn�budget�and�acquired�new�business�worth�US�$600�K�by�building�strategic�partnerships
•� Nurtured� Innovation� culture� in� the� team� resulting� in� four� design�patents,�one�enterprise�Innovation�award,�four�programs�selected�for�enterprise�Collaboration�awards,�and�>60�technical�publications�in�4�years
•� Conceived�and�formulated,�as�a�part�of�7-member�task�force,�the�2018�Strategy�of�John�Deere�Technology�Center�India,�Deereʼs�Global�In-house�Center
�Engineer,�General�Electric�India•� Delivered� application� technologies� with� thermoplastics� for�
automotive�and�industrial�applications,�resulting�in�over�US�$40�mn�incremental�savings�for�GE�Plastics�clients�
�Achievements•� Recognized�as� ʻOutstanding�Managerʼ� in�2014� for�achieving�>30%�
business�growth�and�managing�high�employee�engagement�scores�•� Nominated�for�John�Deere�India�ʻLeader�of�the�Yearʼ�award�in�2014�
and�for�John�Deere�India�̒ Torchbearer�of�Valuesʼ�award�in�2013
Vinod�KulkarniM.Tech.�(Mechanical�Engineering),Indian�Institute�of�Technology,Kanpur
12�years�of�experience�inTechnology�Development�andProduct�Innovation�in�Agriculture,Construction�Equipment�andAutomotive�industry.
Vinayan�SreedharanMBA,�Department�of�ManagementSciences,�University�of�Pune,�PuneB.E.�(Electrical�&�Electronics),�MaharajaEngineering�College,�BharathiarUniversity,�Coimbatore
Entrepreneur�&�ManagementProfessional�with�9.5�years�ofexperience�in�ManagementConsultancy,�Pre-Sales,�&�BusinessDevelopment�for�TechnologyProducts�&�Services.
Managing�Director,�Patwise�Consulting�Solutions•� Established� an� Intellectual� Property� Rights� (IPR)� Firm,� providing�
consultancy�support�&�various�IPR�services�to�clients�across�multiple�industries
•� Led�a�team�of�5�Analysts�to�achieve�a�total�turnover�of�~�US�$35,000�in�2�years�post�inception,�with�an�initial�investment�of�$11,500
Biz.�Analyst,�Cognizant�Technology�Solutions•� Designed� efficient� solutions� for� the� Communication,� Information,�
Media�&�Entertainment� (CIME)�domain�services,� collaborating�with�experts�from�Technical,�Operations,�Sales,�Systems,�&�Finance�teams�to�win�multinational�client�contracts
•� Envisaged� &� set-up� a� Career� Progression� Architecture� for� all�functional�roles�in�the�CIME�domain�services
Assistant�Manager�(Pre-Sales),�Scope�e-Knowledge�Center•� In-sourced� lead�generation�&�marketing�campaigns� for� Intellectual�
Property�Services�from�Sales�teams�by�generating�client�database�and�targeting�new�client�segments�in�US�&�EU�regions
Sales�Executive,�Carl�Zeiss•� Enhanced�Carl�Zeissʼs� strategic�presence� in�Kerala�by�converting�a�
secondary� market� for� microscopy� products� into� a� primary� one�through�expanding�the�client�base
-�Priyanka�AnandVice�President�and�Head,�HR�Global�Operations,�Ericsson�Global�Services�India�Pvt�Ltd.
IIMs�have�always�been�the�hallmark�of�excellence.�The�1�year�residential�PGPX�program�at�IIMA�has�a�rich�and�varied�pool�of�candidates�and�Ericsson�Global�Services�has�recruited�great�
talent�from�the�program.�This�partnership�has�created�a�win-win�situation�for�EGI�and�the�students�and�we�at�EGI�look�forward�to�strengthening�it�further.
https://in.linkedin.com/in/vinayans https://in.linkedin.com/in/vinodsk
Bigger and better. Year after year
5958
Field�Application�Engineer,�Senior�Staff,�Broadcom�Corporation.•� Successfully�Managed�Strategic�Customer�Accounts�for�Broadcomʼs�
Infrastructure�Networking�Group•� Was�a�Key�Contributor�to�Design�Wins�in�excess�of�USD�5�million�for�
Broadcom�as�a�Strategic�Technical�Expert�on�Ethernet�Switches�and�PHYs
Hardware�Engineer,�Juniper�Networks�Inc.•� Core�Member�of�the�Hardware�Team�at�Juniper�Networks�that�built�
the�EX-Series�of�Ethernet�Switches•� Coordinated� and� managed� programs� that� were� outsourced� to�
Juniper�Networksʼ�ODM�partners�in�Taiwan�and�China
Technical�Marketing�Engineer,�Intel�Corporation•� Enabled� internal� and� external� customers� with� appropriate�
information�and�collateral,�including�but�not�limited�to�specifications,�methodologies�and�electrical�models
•� Resolved�customer�issues�and�provided�vital�feedback�related�to�new�features�to�Design�teams�at�Intel
Vivek�Prabhu
B.E.�(Electronics)�Pune�UniversityPG�Diploma�in�VLSI�Design(CDAC-ACTS�Hyderabad)
12+�years�of�experience�in�HardwareDesign�and�Development,�ProductLifecycle�Management,�ProgramManagement�and�Technical�Marketingof�High�Performance�Computingand�Networking�Technologies.
https://in.linkedin.com/in/vekspace
PAST RECRUITERS
•��Accenture
•��Afcon
•��Airtel
•��Alstom
•��Amazon
•��Atos
•��BCG
•�� Bharti�Retail
•�� BMGI�Consulting
•�� Capgemini
•���CGI�Group
•���Citrus
•���Clickable
•���Cognizant
•���Cytel
•� Deloitte
•���Deutsche�Bank
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•�� EY
•�� Flipkart
•�� Fortis
•�� Gati-Kintetsu�Express��
� Private�Limited
•�� GEP
•�� Goldman�Sachs
•�� Hero�Motocorp
•�� Hindustan�Coca�Cola
•�� IBM
•�� iDiscovery
•�� Infosys
•�� J�P�Morgan
•�� Jayaswal�Neco�Inds�Ltd
•�� Kolte�Patil
•�� L&T�Group
•�� Marvel�Realtors
•�� MasterCard
•�� McKinsey
•�� Meditab
•�� Microsoft
•�� Mindtree
•�� Mphasis�Software�&�
� Services�(I)�Pvt.�Ltd.
•�� NSSL�Limited
•�� Oracle�Financial�
� Services
•�� Philips
•�� PwC
•� Quantium�Solutions�
•�� Reliance
•�� Roland�Berger
•�� RPG/CEAT
•�� Sears�Holding�India
•�� Shapoorji�Pallonji
•�� Snapdeal
•�� Take�Solutions
•� Target
•�� Tata�Capital
•� Tata�Consultancy�
� Services
•�� Tata�Motors
•�� Tech�Mahindra
•�� Thermax
•�� VBHC
•�� Virtusa
•�� vMukti
•� Vodafone
•�� Wipro�
� (Financial�Services)
•�� Yes�Bank
•�� Zensar
•�� ZS�Associates
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Bangalore
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Logistics25%
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16% 13%
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PLACEMENT STATISTICS - CLASS OF 2015
General�Management
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PLACEMENT PROCESS AND POLICIES
Placement�ProcessAt�IIMA,�placements�are�handled�by�the�Student�Placement�Committee�under�the�supervision�of�the�faculty�through�a�process�that�optimizes�the�interests�of�both�the�students�and�the�companies.�The�student�committee�gets�involved�in�the�process�right�from�corporate�interactions�(throughout�the�year),�to�pre-placement�talks��and�coordinating�activities�during�placement�process.
There�are�two�main�placement�activities�on�campus:
Pre-placement�Talks�(Corporate�Presentations)Pre-placement�presentations�(up�to�2�rounds)�enable�organizations�to�inform�students�about�companyʼs�business,�work�culture,�organizational�structure,�career�and�growth�opportunities.�We�recommend�a�30-minute�presentation�and�a�15-minute�Q&A�session.�Presence�of�senior�executives�and�alumni�helps�create�a�better�impact.
This�year�companies�can�plan�to�visit�IIMA�for�delivering�pre-placements�talk�starting�1st�October,�2015.�For�scheduling�the�talks,�Student�Placement�Committee�should�be�approached�at�least�7�days�in�advance.
On-Campus�Recruitment�Companies�can�plan�a�visit�to�the�IIMA�campus�for�conducting�placement�interviews�and�making�job�offers�to�suitable�student�candidates�during�the�placement�season.
This�year�the�placement�season�commences�on�19th�October,�2015.�Companies�can�approach�Student�Placement�Committee�for�scheduling�an�on-campus�placement�session.�The�committee�members�can�also�be�approached�for�guidance�on�the�transport�and�lodging�facilities�on�campus.
Pre-placement�talks�start�Date�:�1st�October,�2015
On-Campus� RecruitmentDate�:�19th�October,�2015
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Student�Placement�Committee�is�the�single�point�of�contact:�Companies� interested� in� conducting� recruitment� activities� at� IIMA� must�contact�a�student�placement�committee�member�for�placements.�Companies�are�discouraged�to�directly�approach�the�students.
Grade�Non-Disclosure�Policy:�IIMA�PGPX��follows�a�grade�non-disclosure�policy.
Offer�Negotiations:Compensation�and�other�terms�of�employment�should�be�negotiated�directly�between�the�company�and�the�candidate.
Offer�Communication:Offer� to� the� selected� candidates� should� be� communicated� through� the�student�placement�committee.
Reporting�Standards�Compliance:Companies�are�required�to�provide�the�final�offer�details�as�per�the�reporting�standards�followed�by�IIMA.�Details�can�be�sought�from�a�student�placement�committee�member.
Recruitment�Fees:There�is�a�fee�for�the�recruitment�process,�levied�as�a�charge�per�successful�hire�(actual� amount� will� be� informed� by� the� placement� committee�member).�Placement�Fees�will�be�waived�for�firms�that�fall�under�our�waiver�criteria.�To�know� more� about� this� policy,� please� contact� the� student� placement�committee.
KEY RECRUITMENT POLICIES
AND GUIDELINES
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EMINENT SPEAKERS
The�PGPX�programme�goes�beyond�the�in�house�resources�of�IIMA�for�sourcing�knowledge�and�wisdom.�It�organises�valuable�interactive�sessions�of�eminent�and�successful�personalities�from�industry�and�community�to�share�their�experience�and�inspire�the�students.
The�prominent�speakers�of�2015-16�include:
Words of wisdom
Alok�MishraVice�President�Asia�PacificJohnson�&�Johnson�Medical�
Adaire�Fox�MartinPresident,�APAC,SAP
Rajesh�GopinathCFO,�TATA�Consultancy�Services
Manoj�Gupta,Founder�&�CEO,�Craftsvilla
Raghu�KrishnamoorthyChief�Learning�Officer,�GE
� Telephone�took�75�years�to�touch�50�million�lives,�but�Angry�Birds�did�so�in�35�days.�In�this�fast�changing�world,�businesses�need�to�keep�pace�with�technology�to�be�successful.
Hari�BugganaManaging�Director,�InvAscent
� Intelligence�is�no�more�the�differentiator,�execution�skills�are�passe�and�passion�and�risk-taking�are�more�valued�today.
� Hari�described�the�different�models�of�health�care�services�that�are�emerging�in�India�and�how�investors�are�placing�their�bets.�He�also�clarified�that�as�far�as�innovative�business�models�in�this�sector�is�concerned,�India�is�ahead�of�the�curve�when�compared�to�developed�markets.
� Magic�happens�when�you�define�a�table�to�dance�on,�magic�happens�when�you�are�cash�strapped.
� Mr�Gopinath�talked�about�challenges�and�strengths�confronting�the�IT�industry�in�general�and�the�leaders�such�as�TCS�in�particular.�He�also�discussed�at�length�the�different�IT�business�models.�
� Businesses�should�be�customer�centric.�At�J&J,�we�make�make�what�the�world�wants.
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THE FACULTY
•� Ashish�Nanda� Ph.D.�(Harvard)
•� Anurag�K�Agarwal� LLM�(Harvard),�LLD�(Lucknow)
•� Ajeet�Narain�Mathur� Ph.D.�(IISc,�Bangalore)
•� Karthik�D� Fellow�(IIMA)
•� M�R�Dixit� Ph.D.�(IIT,�Kanpur)
•� N�Venkiteswaran� ACA
•��Shailendra�Mehta� Ph.D.�(Harvard�University)
•� Sunil�Sharma�FPM� (Business�Policy),�IIM�Ahmedabad
•��T�V�Rao� Ph.D.�Psychology�(SPU)
Business�Policy
•� Asha�Kaul� Ph.D.�(IIT,�Kanpur)
•� �M�M�Monippally� Ph.D.�(Manchester)
•� ��Meenakshi�Sharma� M.A.,�Ph.D.�(Queensland�University)
Communications
•� �Shailesh�Gandhi� Fellow�(IIMA)
•� �Rajendra�Patel� AICWA,�ACA,�PGDM�(IIMA)
•� �Prem�Chander� Fellow�(IIMA)
•� �Jayanth�R�Varma� PGDM�(IIMA),�AICWA,��Fellow�(IIMA)
•� �Mahendra�Gujarathi� Fellow�(IIMA)
•� �Ajay�Pandey� (Dean,�Faculty)��Fellow�(IIMA)
•� �Joshy�Jacob� FPM,�Indian�Institute�of�� Management,�Lucknow
Finance�&�Accounting
•� Rekha�Rani�Jain� Ph.D.�(IIT,�Delhi)
•� Subhash�Bhatnagar� Fellow�(IIMA)
Information�Systems
•� ��Errol�Dʼsouza� Ph.D.�(JNU)
Economics
•� �Sidharth�Sinha� Ph.D.�(University�of��California,�Berkeley)
•� �Sobhesh�K�Agarwalla� Fellow�(IIMA)
•� �Arindam�Banerjee� Ph.D.�(SUNY�at�Buffalo)
•� �Abraham�Koshy� Fellow�(IIMA)
•� �Arvind�Sahay� PGDM�(IIMA),� Ph.D.�(Texas�Uni,�Austin)
•� �Piyush�Kumar�Sinha� Ph.D.�(SP�Uni)
•� �Dheeraj�Sharma� Doctoral�Degree�Louisiana�� Tech�University,�USA
Marketing
•� �Kirti�Sharda� Fellow�(IIMC)
•� �Deepti�Bhatnagar� �Fellow�(IIMA)
•� �Parvinder�Gupta� Ph.D.�(IIT,�Kanpur)
•� �Pradyumana�Khokle� Fellow�(IIMA)
•� �Neharika�Vohra� Ph.D.�(Manitoba)
Organizational�Behaviour
•� �Chetan�Soman� MTech�(IIT,�Bombay),��� Ph.D.�(Groningen)
•� �Goutam�Dutta� Ph.D.�(Northwestern�Uni)
•� �A�K�Laha� Ph.D.�(ISI,�Calcutta)
•� �Saral�Mukherjee� Fellow�(IIMC)
•� �Bandyopadhyay�Tathagata� Ph.D.(Uni�of�Calcutta)
•� �Samir�K�Barua� MTech�(IIT,�Kanpur),�Fellow�(IIMA)
•� �Debjit�Roy� Ph.D.�(Uni.�of�Wisconsin-Madison)
•� �Karthik�Sriram� Fellow�Programme�in�Management� from�IIM�Bangalore
•� �Apratim�Guha� Ph.�D.�(University�of�California,� Berkeley)
•� �Sunil�Maheshwari� FPM�(IIMA)
•� �Biju�Varkkey� Fellow�(NIBM,�Pune)
Personnel�&�IndustrialRelations
Production�&Quantitative�Methods
Public�Systems�Group
•� �Sachin�Jayaswal� Ph.D.�Management�Sciences,� University�of�Waterloo,�Canada
•� �Ravichandran�N� Ph.D.�1980�Applied�Probability�� Indian�Institute�of�Technology,� Madras
•� �Sobhesh�K�Agarwalla� Fellow�(IIMA)
•� �Sundaravalli�N� Ph.�D.,�IIT�Bombay
•� ��Amit�Garg� MTech�(IIT,�Roorkee),��Fellow�(IIMA)
•� ��Anil�K�Gupta� Ph.D.�(Kurukshetra),��Fellow�(NASS)
•� ��G�Raghuram� Ph.D.�(Northwestern)� Indian�Rly�Chair
•� ��P�R�Shukla� Ph.D.�(Stanford)
•� ��Ankur�Sarin� Ph.D.�(Uni.�of�Chicago)��Faculty
•� �Satish�Deodhar� Ph.D.�(Ohio�State�University)
•� �Samar�Datta� Ph.D.�(Uni.�of�Rochester)
•� �Sebastian�Morris� Fellow,�IIM�Calcutta�(Economics)
•� �Viswanath�Pingali� Ph.D.,�Northwestern�University
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OTHER IIMA PROGRAMMES
PGPSelected� through� the� most� rigorous�admission� procedure,� the� participants�of�IIMAʼs�PGP�go�through�a�thoroughly�challenging� and� enriching� academic�experience� during� their� two� years� on�campus.� The�PGP� constantly� strives� to�remain�on�the�cutting�edge�of�modern�management� education,� instilling�teamwork,�a�global� focus,�an�ability� to�innovate�and�above�all,�an�unflinching�stress�on�excellence�in�its�students.�The�curriculum� exposes� the� students� to� a�number� of� real� life� situations� and�contemporary� tools� of� analysis� that�have�been�perfected�through�the�case�method� of� pedagogy.� The� PGP� class�represents�a�rich�gamut�of�socio-cultural�and� educational� backgrounds,� in�addition� to� a� healthy� mix� of� fresh�graduates� and� candidates� with� prior�work� experience.� They� choose� diverse�career� interests� ranging� from� Finance,�Marketing,� Consulting,� Technology,�General� Management,� Policy� Making�and� even� Non-Profit� Sectors.� Recent�years� have� also� seen� a� surge� in� the�entrepreneurial� spirit� with� a� growing�number� of� graduates� deciding� to�pursue�their�own�dreams.�
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FPMThe�Fellow�Programme�in�Management�(FPM)�is�the�doctoral�programme�of�the� Indian� Institute� of� Management,� Ahmedabad.� The� objective� of� the�programme�is�to�provide�students�with�necessary�skills�to�identify�and�conduct�research�on�complex�issues�in�the�field�of�management.�
Course�work�in�the�first�year�provides�a�general�management�overview�and�develops� basic� skills� to� analyse� managerial� problems.� In� the� second� year,�students�take�advanced�doctoral�level�courses�in�their�areas�of�specialization.�The�doctoral�dissertation,�over�the�next�couple�of�years,�provides�them�with�an�opportunity�to�make�original�contribution�to�an�area�of�management�or�to�one�of�its�source�disciplines.
The�programme�is�strongly�committed�to�preparing�thought�leaders�both�for�the� academic� and� corporate� world.� IIMAʼs� world-renowned� faculty� brings�relevant�managerial�issues�into�the�classroom�and�in�their�research,�creating�an�exceptional�environment�for�developing�a�research�programme�that�can�build�sound�theory�for�analysing�complex�managerial�problems.
PGP-FABMIIMA�is�one�of�the�few�management�schools�in�the�world�which�offers�a�two-year�full-time�Post-Graduate�Programme�in�Food�&�Agri-Business�Management�(PGP-FABM).� Students� choose� from� courses� including� Agricultural� Finance,�Strategic� Food� Marketing,� Public� Policy,� Agribusiness� and� Energy� Markets,�Management�of�Micro�Finance,�Carbon�Finance�and�more.�The�programme�has�been� consistently� ranked� Number� One� in� Agribusiness� and� Food� Industry�Management�programmes�in�the�World�by�Eduniversal,�France.�The�program�has�evolved�to�become�a�leader�in�agribusiness�management�and�goal�is�to�remain�a�premier�programme�in�educating�the�sectorʼs�decision-makers.�The�programme�provides�comprehensive�exposure� to� the�managerial� concepts,�tools,�and�techniques�required�by�the�food�and�agribusiness�sector�and�prepare�students� for�management� positions� in� this� increasingly� complex� field.� The�programme� also� exposes� students� to� the� rural� environment,� society� and�institutions�through�an�innovative�Rural�Immersion�module�in�which�students�spend�about�4�weeks�in�typical�rural�areas�and�undertake�live�projects.
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Jaipal�[email protected]+91�9909927831,�7046014724
Kannan�[email protected]+91�9909927824,�7738053600
Karthik�[email protected]+91�9909927823,�7046014730
Rohit�[email protected]+91�9909927825,�9545598844
Saket�[email protected]+91�9909927820,�7744003346
Sumedh�[email protected]+91�9909017891,�7046014677
Tejpal�Singh�[email protected]+91�9909927822,�9910344088�
Student�Placement�Committee
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Chairperson,�Placement�CommitteeProf.�Satish�[email protected]:�+91�79�6632�4817
In-Charge,�Placement�Office�Mr.�R�[email protected]:�+91�79�6632�4666