IMS Unison University

Faculty

PRODUCTION, OPERATIONS & QUANTITATIVE METHODS

  • Dr. Parshuram G Dangwal
    Associate Professor

    BE (Mech), MAM, PhD

    Operations Management
    Dr. Parshuram G. Dangwal has 39 years of experience, including 16 years in the engineering industry and 23 years in academics. His expertise includes Operations Management, Strategic Management, and Business Research with research contributions in SCOPUS and ABDC journals.
  • Dr. Tripti Sharma
    Associate Professor

    Ph.D.

    Operations Research, Mathematics
    Dr. Tripti Sharma has 20+ years of academic experience, including 13 years with UNDP in East Africa, specializing in Operations Research and Applied Mathematics. She has contributed extensively to research through publications and conference presentations in reputed international journals.
  • Dr. Kirti Agrawal
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    MA (Political Science), B.Ed., MBA (HRM and Financial Management), PhD (Management), UGC-NET

    Human Resource Management and Financial Management
    A recipient of ICSSR Doctoral Fellowship, Dr. Kriti Agrawal specializes in Management, contributing research to peer-reviewed journals and reviewing international publications.
  • Dr Nishant Dublish
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D., UGC NET, MBA

    Finance and Accounting
    Dr. Nishant Dublish has 14 years of teaching experience, with expertise in Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Financial Management, and Portfolio Management. He has published in ABDC, Scopus, and peer-reviewed journals.
  • Dr. Priyanka Gosain
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D. , UGC-NET, USET, M.Com

    Finance and Accounting
    Dr. Priyanka Gosain specializes in Accounting and Finance, with research in UGC CARE-listed and peer-reviewed journals. Her work covers financial analysis, business valuation, and corporate finance decision-making, aiding in practical applications for students.
  • Dr. Sujeet Kumar
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    PhD. (Mathematics), CSIR-NET, GATE

    Variational Inequality Problems, Complementarity Problems
    A recipient of summer research fellowship from Indian Academy of Sciences, Dr. Sujeet Kumar contributes research in Web of Science and Scopus journals, advancing knowledge in interdisciplinary scientific studies.
  • Ms. Apoorva Sharma
    Assistant Professor

    Pursuing PhD, UGC (NET), MBA (Operations Management), BE (Biotechnology)

    Operations Management
    Apoorva Sharma brings insights from corporate analytics, integrating practical expertise into MBA education. Her background in business intelligence and operational analytics enhances management education through data-driven approaches and industry applications.

MEDIA & COMMUNICATION DESIGN

  • Dr. Neeraj Khattri
    Professor & Dean

    Ph.D. MJMC

    Journalism Studies and Media Literacy
    Dr. Neeraj Khattri is having more than twenty years of experience in Media academic and industry. Many of his research papers are published in reputed research Journals and books. He has published eight books and ten patents on Mass Media. He has attended more than thirty National and International Seminars & Conferences in India and abroad. His areas of interests are Media research, Development Communication and Reporting Dr. Khattri is a Google Certified Trainer by Google News Initiative India Training Network 2018. Dr. Khattri has been an active member of five International Media organizations like IAMCR, NAMLE, AYJW, PRSI and ACMS. Dr. Neeraj Khattri has been awarded with the Best Academic Administrator Award 2019 by the Combined Society for Education, Research and Development on February 01, 2019 at Mumbai and received Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan Samman-2023 for Outstanding Contribution in the field of Higher Education by Delhi State Legal Services Authority and Bhagidari Jansahyog Samiti, New Delhi on May 07, 2023. His research areas are Development Communication, Media Literacy and Social Media.
  • Dr. Shah Alam
    Associate Professor

    Ph.D, NET

    Media, Gender, and Law
    Dr. Shah Alam is an academic and researcher with over a decade of experience. He has authored two books, published more than 30 papers in Scopus/UGC-CARE journals, and contributed to leading English dailies. A National Fellowship awardee, he received an ICSSR grant. His research explores media, gender, and law
  • Dr. Afaque Haider
    Assistant Professor (Senior Scale)

    M.A., Ph.D., UGC-NET, ICSSR Doctoral Fellow, NFI Media Fellow

    Political Communication and Media Sociology
    Afaque Haider is an academician and journalist with over five years of experience in media and education. He holds an M.A. in Mass Communication (BHU) and a Ph.D. (Jamia Millia Islamia), with multiple research papers published in reputed journals. Specializing in political communication and media sociology, he teaches communication theories, research methodologies, film studies, print media,
  • Dr. Anwesha Sen Majumdar
    Assistant Professor

    Ph.D. UGC NET

    Digital Marketing, Public Relations, and Advertising
    Dr. Anwesha holds a Ph.D. in Journalism & Mass Communication. With experience in digital marketing, PR, and editorial roles, she has published in reputed journals. Her interests include journalism, print media, content writing, and digital marketing. She has presented and participated in national and international seminars
  • Mr. Shiva Choudhary
    Assistant Professor

    Ph.D, MA, UGC NET

    New Media, Media Laws & Ethics, and Data Journalism.
    Dr. Shiva Choudhary has over five years of academic experience with teaching expertise in New Media, Public Relations & Advertising, Media Laws & Ethics, and Data Journalism. He has actively participated in various national and international conferences & seminars, and published research papers in ABDCindexed journals. He is recognized for his innovative and studentcentric teaching approach, fostering critical thinking and practical engagement in the field of Mass Communication and Journalism.
  • Ms. Ahana Ganguly
    Assistant Professor

    MA, MPhil, NET, RUSA Fellow, Ph.D

    Digital Media, Event Management
    Ahana Ganguly has two years' experience each in development sector and academia, specializing in qualitative and mixed-method inquiry, and ethnographic research. Her teaching spans storytelling, digital media, event management, media literacy, and development communication, along with practical visual communication and screenplay writing. She has published four books (Springer, Bloomsbury), three journals, and presented at nine conferences, earning Best Paper at one international event
  • Mr. Rajdeep Kundu
    Assistant Professor

    M.A. in J&MC, UGC NET

    Photography, Film Studies, Graphic Design & Animation,
    Specializing in Television Production, Photography, Film Studies, Graphic Design & Animation, his teaching focuses on developing students' visual expertise. His research interests include television as a mass medium and film studies. With one national conference organised and two Scopus-indexed publications, he brings over four years of industry experience
  • Mr. Akash Deep
    Assistant Professor

    M.A.(JMC) , UGC NET, Ph.D.(pursuing),

    Audio Video Production
    Specializes in Audio Video Production related subjects and Film Making, Over 7 research articles, books chapters and papers published in National & International Journals. Awarded best teacher (2021) and successfully screened 7 films (short) in International Film Festivals. He is having twelve years of teaching experience.
  • Dr. Sandeep Kumar Gupta
    Assistant Professor

    Ph.D., UGC NET, MSc Electronic Media, BA (English Literature), BLIS, PG Diploma in Ad & PR

    Television News Production and Scriptwriting
    Dr Sandeep K. Gupta has a double postgraduate diploma in Advertising, Public Relation, and Teaching Skills from Pondicherry University; and is a double graduate in English Literature and Library Information Science. He has worked as a subeditor, reporter, researcher, and previously worked as an Assistant Professor in IIMT College, Greater Noida. His areas of interest include Television News/Production, Scriptwriting, News Reporting, Digital Journalism, Mobile journalism and YouTube. He has participated in several National and International Conferences/Seminars/Workshops and FDPs at various Universities across the country.

MARKETING

  • Prof. (Dr.) Abhijit Kumar Chattoraj
    Professor and Director - Executive Program & Consulting

    PhD, Advanced Diploma in Insurance (ACII) from the Chartered Insurance Institute (UK)

    Consumer Behaviour, Service Marketing , Insurance & Risk Management
    Dr. Abhijit is an author and columnist specializing in insurance and consultancy, with notable work on Shri Harivansh and Indian insurance. He has handled major projects for UNDP and IRDAI, authored multiple research papers, and contributed to Motor Insurance in India, published by CII (UK).
  • Dr. Pankaj Misra
    Associate Professor

    PhD, UGC-NET

    Marketing
    Dr. Pankaj Misra has 19 years of experience, including 5+ years in corporate and 14 years in academics, with expertise in Consumer Behavior and Services Marketing. He has published extensively in Scopus and ABDC-indexed journals.
  • Dr. Imran Ahmad
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D., PGDCP, UGC (NET), MBA,

    Digital Marketing & Marketing
    Dr. Ahmad focuses on Digital Marketing, Consumer Behavior, and IT, with publications in esteemed journals. His expertise includes market analytics, brand strategy, and online consumer psychology. He actively engages with professional associations, contributing to industry research and academic discourse in marketing.
  • Ms. Ayushi Gaur
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D., PGDHRD, UGC (NET), MBA (Marketing)

    Marketing Management and Entrepreneurship
    Dr. Ayushi Gaur specializes in Personal Branding, Services Marketing, and Entrepreneurship, playing a crucial role in institutional innovation and incubation initiatives. Her work helps bridge marketing theory with business applications, fostering entrepreneurial mindset and industry collaborations in higher education.

LEGAL STUDIES

  • Dr. Ashish Verma
    Professor & Dean

    LLM, NET, Ph.D (Law)

    Public International Law, Environmental Law & Jurisprudence Law
    Prof. (Dr.) Ashish Verma has 23 years of experience & has headed the Law Schools in several Universities, He has contributed extensively to research and has been resource person to many conferences, Faculty development programs and industry training events. He is also a trained mediator through International training.
  • Dr. Shoaib Mohammad
    Associate Professor

    LLM, NET , USET, Ph.D (Law)

    Law of Torts, Medical Negligence
    Dr. Shoaib Mohammad is an experienced Associate Professor of Law with over 17 years in academia. He holds an LLM, has qualified NET and USET, and earned a Ph.D. in Law. His core areas of expertise include the Law of Torts and Medical Negligence. Dr. Shoaib is a dedicated researcher, having published more than 18 research papers in reputed national and international journals. He is committed to legal education, academic excellence, and contributing to the development of jurisprudence in his fields.
  • Dr. Kriti Agrawal
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    MA (Political Science), B.Ed., MBA (HRM and Financial Management), PhD (Management), UGC-NET

    Human Resource Management and Financial Management
    A recipient of ICSSR Doctoral Fellowship, Dr. Kriti Agrawal specializes in Management, contributing research to peer-reviewed journals and reviewing international publications.
  • Dr. Arti Sharma
    Assistant Professor, Senior Scale (Law)

    B.Com, LL.B,LLM, UGC(NET), PhD(law).

    Law of contract, Civil procedure code, gender justice law.
    Dr. Arti Sharma, Assistant Professor (Law), has an experience of 12 years. Her areas of interest include the civil procedure code, the law of contract, the law of torts and drafting, pleading, and conveyance. Her approach to teaching combines doctrinal clarity with real-world examples in order to foster in law students an ethical sense of duty and analytical thinking. Her dedication to legal education as a means of achieving justice, empowerment, and social change serves as the foundation for her academic endeavors.
  • Dr. Satish Kumar Mishra
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    B.Sc., LL.B., LL.M., UGC-NET, Ph.D. (Law)

    Labour Law, Contract Law, Tort Law, Criminal Law
    Dr. Satish Kumar Mishra is an accomplished Assistant Professor of Law with over 19 years of distinguished experience in academia. His expertise spans Criminal Law, Labour Law, Contract Law, and Tort Law. A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Mishra is known for his engaging teaching style and commitment to student success. As a dedicated researcher, he has authored more than 15 research papers published in reputable national and international journals, significantly contributing to the field of legal scholarship. Dr. Mishra's work reflects a deep commitment to advancing legal knowledge and shaping the next generation of legal professionals.
  • Dr. Akshaya Saroha
    Assistant Professor

    MA, UGC-NET, PhD

    Politics & International Relations
    Akshaya Saroha is an Assistant Professor at the School of Law, IMS Unison University, Dehradun. His doctoral study was on the topic"India's Engagement with Afghanistan: Regional Dynamics and Strategic Imperatives" at Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida. His research interests encompass Afghanistan, intra-state conflict, South Asia, and international relations theory.
  • Dr Priyanka Gosain
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D. , UGC-NET, USET, M.Com

    Finance and Accounting
    Dr. Priyanka Gosain specializes in Accounting and Finance, with research in UGC CARE-listed and peer-reviewed journals. Her work covers financial analysis, business valuation, and corporate finance decision-making, aiding in practical applications for students.
  • Mr. Kshitij Kumar Rai
    Assistant Professor

    PhD (Pursuing), LLM., LL.B., B.Com, UGC Net Qualified

    Corporate and Business Laws
    I have 9 years experience (4 in industry, 5 in academia), am a member of the Delhi Bar Council, published 14 papers (Scopus Indexed/UGC Care), convened national moot/trial competitions, attended FDPs/conferences, and specialize in Competition Law, Insolvency and Bankruptcy Law, Company Law, Securities Law and Consumer Laws.
  • Mr. Lucky Sharma
    Assistant Professor

    MA in History

    Cartographic Social History, Legal History
    Lucky Sharma, a UGC-JRF achiever with 99.99 percentile and Gold Medalist in M.A. History, is pursuing his Ph.D. in Cartographic Social History. With deep interests in Social, Military, and Legal History, he has authored over a dozen research articles exploring the intersections of maps, memory, power, and historical narrative
  • Mr. Ramendra Pratap Singh
    Assistant Professor

    LLM and UGC NET

    Criminal Law
    I am an LLM in Criminal Law and UGC-NET qualified, with over three years of academic experience. Currently, I serve as Faculty Co-Convener of the Moot Court Society and ADR Society, Proctor, and Training and Placement Coordinator at the School of Law at IMS Unison University. I have also worked as a Crafter in the Prodigy Program and as a Time Table Coordinator at different institutes. I specialize in Criminal Laws, Procedural Laws, Family Law, and Property Law, with several publications in Scopus, UGC CARE, and peer-reviewed journals.
  • Mr. Rajiv Kumar
    Assistant Professor

    LL.M. (UGC NET Qualified)

    Constitutional Law
    After completing LL.B. from faculty of Law, University of Delhi, and LL.M. from National Law School of India University, working as an Assistant Professor of Law at IMS Unison University, Dehradun with a passion for teaching, research and advancing knowledge in the field of Law. My teaching and research areas include Constitutional, Bankruptcy, and Cyber Law.
  • Mr. Anurag Sharma
    Assistant Professor

    LL.M., UGC-NET (Law)

    Environmental Law, Constitutional Law, and Legal Research
    Anurag Sharma is actively involved in legal education through organizing and judging moot court competitions. He mentors law students and contributes to academic research, with papers published in reputed national and international journals. His areas of interest include environmental and constitutional law, legal pedagogy, and research methodology.
  • Mr. Anupam Upreti
    Assistant Professor

    B. Tech, LLB, LLM, UGC NET

    Corporate and Commercial Law
    A versatile professional with a B. Tech in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, LLB, LLM, and UGC-NET qualification. Experienced in legal academia and engineering, with expertise in administrative, competition, and IP law. Former site engineer and valuer, with international credentials including GRE and TOEFL. Passionate about interdisciplinary research and legal education.
  • Mr. Lalit Mohan
    Assistant Professor

    M.A. French, NET, TCF

    French language
    Lalit Mohan, MA in French, is a qualified language educator with UGC-NET certification and TCF proficiency. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor, he brings strong linguistic skills, cultural insight, and teaching experience to foster engaging and effective French language learning. Passionate about language, literature, and intercultural communication.
  • Ms. Sakshi Makkar
    Assistant Professor

    MA Psychology, NET and GATE qualified

    Psychology
    Ms. Sakshi Makkar is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at the School of Law, IMS Unison University. She holds a gold medal in Psychology from Graphic Era Deemed to be University and completed her postgraduation from Panjab University, Chandigarh. Ms. Makkar qualified the UGC-NET in both 2023 and 2024, as well as the GATE examination in 2024. Her academic interests lie in the fields of Social Psychology, Clinical Psychology, and Cognitive Psychology.
  • Mr. Rahul Singh
    Assistant Professor

    Pursuing PhD., LL.M., LL.B.

    IPR & Cyber Laws
    Rahul Singh is an Assistant Professor at IMS Unison University, Dehradun, specializing in Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and Cyber Law. A registered advocate with the Delhi Bar Council, he brings over six years of teaching experience and a deep commitment to advancing legal education. His academic profile is marked by multiple research publications, conference paper presentations, and active participation in more than 10 Faculty Development Programs (FDPs). Known for his scholarly rigor and passion for legal reform, Mr. Singh is dedicated to enriching the academic landscape and contributing meaningfully to the evolution of law in India. His core interest lies in bridging theoretical insights with practical applications to empower future legal professionals.
  • Mr. Ashish Rai
    Assistant Professor

    Ph.D. (Pursuing), LLM, UGC NET

    Mr. Ashish Rai is LL.B, LL.M and pursuing Ph.D. in Cyber Law from Delhi University having over a decade of industry experience. He pursued LL.M in corporate law. He worked as a Judicial Assistant at the Office of District & Sessions Judge, Delhi and thereafter practiced law as an independent lawyer at the Hon’ble High Court of Delhi and the National Green Tribunal. He qualified the UGC NET thrice and is working as an academician for the past year.
  • Mr. Mani Yadav
    Assistant Professor

    B.A. LL.B, LL.M, UGC-NET

    Constitutional Law
    Mr. Mani Yadav holds an L.L.M degree from Gujarat National Law University with specialisation in Constitutional and Administrative Law and he pursued his B.A. LL.B. from Hidayatullah National Law University. His research interests lie in Constitutional, Criminal and Health Laws.
  • Mr. Aniket Rai
    Assistant Professor

    UGC NET Qualified (2023), LL.M from National Law School of India University (NLSIU) Bangalore (2022- 23), BA.LLB from School of Law, University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES) Dehradun (2017-22)

    Constitutional Law and Criminal Law
    Currently working as a faculty in school of law, my vision is to prepare the students for a lifestyle that the legal industry requires. Since I believe that spending maximum hours in reading and research is sine qua non for law students. I encourage them to do so.
  • Mr. Angad Chowdhary
    Assistant Professor

    B.Tech energy Technology+ LLB hons. Specialization in Intellectual Property Rights, LLM -Criminology, UGC NET LAW 2022

    IPR/Property law/ civil law/ criminology
    Angad Chowdhary is passionate about educating and inspiring students about law with 2.5 years of teaching experience. He developed a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter and loves to critically analyse cases, executive orders and legislations. He specialises in constitutional law, civil law, property law, criminology and Intellectual property rights. He has qualified UGC NET LAW 2022. He has published research papers in reputed journal.

INFORMATION SYSTEMS

  • Dr. Rajeev Srivastava
    Dean

    Ph.D., M.Tech (IT), MCA, BSc

    Data analytics & Machine Learning
    Dr. Rajeev Srivastava, Ph.D. from MNNIT Allahabad, is an expert in Data Analytics and Machine Learning with 40+ publications. He has delivered sessions at top institutions, supervised Ph.D. scholars, and led industry projects. He holds certifications from Coursera, edX, and Google, with MOUs signed with Oracle, NIIT, and HPES.
  • Mr. Vishok Kumar Singh
    Assistant Professor

    PhD.(CSE) Pursuing, Mtech(CSE), MCA and BSc.(Maths)

    Computer Science and Data Analytics Visuliazations Tools Like R, Python and Power BI
    Mr. Vishok Kumar Singh, Assistant Professor with over 18 years of experience, specializes in Computer Science, and emerging technologies like Business Analytics tools like R Programming ,Python and Power BI. He has published more than 7 research articles including in Scopus, ABDC, and UGC CARE journals, attended IIT short-term courses, and actively participates in national and international conferences and FDPs at IMS Unison University as both organizer and speaker.
  • Dr. Arpna Ratnakar
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D, UGC-NET (Environmental Science), MSc. and BSc

    Dr. Arpna Ratnakar, an Assistant Professor in Management. She has expertise in phytoremediation, soil and plant analysis, heavy metal and pesticide analysis, vegetation biodiversity study and hazardous waste management.
  • Mr. Shubham Gupta
    Assistant Professor

    B.Tech(CSE),M.Tech(CSE),UGC-NET

    Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
    Mr. Shubham Gupta has accomplished his Bachelors and Masters degree in Computer Science Engineering with expertise in Machine Learning, Data Analytics, RDBMS, and Operating Systems. He possesses practical knowledge of programming languages including Python, C, C++, and Java, and As a NET qualified faculty,is committed to delivering quality education and fostering innovation in the field of computer science.
  • Ms. Meenakshi Bisht
    Assistant Professor

    MCA, Mtech(CSE),NET,USET Qualified

    Cloud Computing, Datawarehouse & Dataming
    Meenakshi Bist, Assistant Professor at Ims Unison University with more than 18 years of experience in academics. Her area of interest includes Cloud Computing, Analytics, Datawarehouse & Dataming . She has published more than 8 papers/articles in International conferences and Journals. She has attended various workshops, QIPs, seminars and FDPs during this period.
  • Mr. Sandeep Chopra
    Assistant Professor

    UGC NET, USET ,GATE , MTech(IT), MCA, Pursuing PhD ( Computer Science and engineering)

    Computer Science
    A distinguished academician and researcher in Computer Science, with three-times UGC NET, GATE, and USET qualifications. Secured the highest UGC NET marks in Uttarakhand (July 2015). Holds MCA and MTech degrees, boasting 18 years and 8 months of teaching and 9 months of software industry experience. Published 20 research papers (Web of Science/ Scopus/ ABDC/ UGC CARE and peer-reviewed journals)
  • Ms. Deepti Nautiyal
    Assistant Professor

    BCA, MCA

    Ms. Deepti Nautiyal is an Assistant professor in School of Management. She has done BCA and MCA in Computer Applications and has more than 3+ years of experience in teaching and 2 years' experience in IT industry.

HUMANITIES & MODERN LANGUAGES

  • Dr. Madhu Prabakaran
    Professor & Dean

    Ph.D. (Social Science), MA (Social Work) & MA (English Literature)

    Dr. Madhu Prabakaran is a multidisciplinary scholar having 26 years of experience in teaching, research, training, and management. He has pursued various fields of interest, such as English Literature, Social Sciences, Social Philosophy, Social Work, Human Resource Management, Management in Government, Social Development, Anthropology, Ecological Conservation, Education, and Spiritual Studies and has published papers in these fields too.
  • Dr. Ram Prakash
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D. (History), UGC (NET), MA (History)

    Dr Ram Prakash, Assistant Professor in History at the School of Liberal Arts, has an experience of 3 years in teaching and research. His research areas include Environmental History, Modern Indian History, and Tribal History of India.
  • Dr. Surendra Kumar Yadawa
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D. (Political Science) UGC- NET (Political Science) M. A. (Political Science)

    Dr Surendra Kumar Yadawa, Assistant Professor in Political Science, is a writer, analyst, and academician. He has an experience of 11 years. His areas of interest include Political Theory, Political Philosophy, Indian Government and politics, International Politics, and Public Administration.
  • Dr. Neha Goyal
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D., UGC (NET)

    Dr. Neha Goyal, Assistant Professor in Economics at the School of Liberal Arts. Her area of specialisation is Gender Economics.
  • Dr. Manisha Mishra
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D. UGC (NET/JRF), MA, BA

    Dr. Manisha Mishra, Assistant Professor in History. She has expertise in Medieval Indian History as well as the Legal and Constitutional History of India.
  • Dr Rai Ganguly
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D., MA(Sociology), UGC NET & MA(English)

    Dr. Rai Ganguly, Assistant Professor in Sociology at the School of Liberal Arts. She has been a visiting fellow at the Institute of Feminist Legal Studies at the Osgood Hall Law School at York University.
  • Ms. Astha Tripathi
    Assistant Professor

    Ph.D. (Pursuing), UGC (NET)

    Ms. Astha Tripathi has completed graduation and post-graduation in psychology from the University of Allahabad. She is having an experience of 5 years. Apart from teaching she is trained in providing cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and psychological counselling services.
  • Mr. Amit Kumar Rath
    Assistant Professor

    Ph.D. English Literature (Submitted), M.A. English, B.A. (Hons.) English, UGC-NET

    Mr. Amit Kumar Rath is a passionate academician, researcher, and writer. His areas of specialization include Renaissance Drama, New Historicism, and Cultural Materialism. His research also delves into Psychoanalytical Literary Criticism and Authorship Attribution. He is devoted to inculcating in his students an appreciation for literatures in English by making the critical reading of literary texts an enjoyable activity.
  • Dr. Nayani Sarma
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale


    Dr. Nayani Sarma, Assistant Professor at the School of Liberal Arts. Her areas of interest include economics, educational studies, history and philosophy of education, intellectual history and history of ideas, gender equality, and sustainable tourism. Previously, she has worked on projects with IIT Kanpur and IIM Shillong. She has also received the Zubaan-Sasakawa Peace Foundation Grants for Young Researchers from the Northeast (2021-22) and is a Fellow of the Ryoichi Sasakawa Young Leaders Fellowship Fund (Sylff) Association, Japan.
  • Ms. Treenasri Ghosh
    Assistant Professor


    Ms. Treenasri Ghosh has submitted Ph.D. Thesis in English Literature. She is awaiting the defence of her doctoral thesis. She has an experience of more than four years in teaching English language and literature. Her areas of interest include popular culture, fanfiction studies and reader-response criticism.

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

  • Dr. Garima
    Assistant Professor - Selection Grade

    Ph.D. (Management), UGC (NET) & USET

    Dr. Garima, an Assistant Professor at the School of Management, has more than nine years of experience. She specialises in (social) entrepreneurship and (social) entrepreneurial training and development. She is a recipient of the prestigious ICSSR Doctoral Fellowship. Represented India as a Delegate in "Indian Youth Delegation to Various Countries 2016-2017" organised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, New Delhi.
  • Dr. Vandana Singh
    Assistant Professor - Selection Grade

    Ph.D. UGC -(NET/JRF) MBA

    Human Resource Management
    Dr. Vandana specializes in Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior, and Industrial Relations, with 6 years of teaching experience and 18 research papers published. She is a member of NHRD.
  • Dr. Priyanka Chopra
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D,UGC-NET (JRF), MHRD, PGDBM

    Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior
    Dr. Priyanka Chopra specializes in Human Resource Management, with expertise in recruitment, employee engagement, organizational learning, and talent management. She has published widely, authored a book, holds a patent, and contributes as a trainer, consultant, and counselor across academia and industry.
  • Dr. Yati Bhardwaj
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D., UGC NET, MBA (Human Resource and Marketing)

    Human Resource Management and Marketing Management
    Dr. Yati, an ICSSR doctoral fellow specializes in Leadership, HRM, and Organizational Behavior, contributing significantly to academic initiatives. She integrates behavioral psychology into management practices, focusing on workplace leadership, employee motivation, and organizational success strategies, helping students develop practical business insights.
  • Dr. Shiv Kumar
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D. , UGC-NET/JRF, M.Com

    Human Resource Management and Marketing Management
    Dr. Shiv Kumar focuses on Human Resource Management and Marketing Management, and has published in esteemed journals.

HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

  • Dr. Vinay Rana
    Professor & Dean

    Ph.D in Tourism Management, NET (Tourism Administration and Management), M.Sc.-HM, MTM, DHM

    Hospitality Marketing and Human Resource Management
    Dr. Rana is an well respected Hospitality academic with over twenty nine years of rich blended experience in industry, teaching, research, and academic administration. He leads the school with strategic acumen for growth, transformation, and development in line with set vision and mission of the university. He is recipient of various awards and has been key note speaker at numerous National/ International conferences with prolific track in research publication in ABDC, Scopus, and Web of Science-indexed journals. He has authored and edited several hospitality and tourism books.
  • Dr. Amit Tariyal
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Phd in Management, NET (Tourism Administration and Management), MHM, MTM, DHM

    Food and Beverage Service
    Dr. Amit Tariyal is an accomplished academic professional with over two decades of experience in teaching, research, and institutional administration. A recipient of the Best Innovative Faculty Award and Best Hospitality Educator Award, he holds two patents and has published extensively in ABDC, Scopus, and Web of Science-indexed journals, specializing in tourism, consumer behavior, and service marketing.
  • Dr. Abhay Chamoli
    Assistant Professor Senior Scale

    PhD in Hotel Management

    Food Production
    With 18 years of experience in industry and academia, I specialize in food production with a research focus on local cuisine, sustainability, and consumer behavior. I hold four patents and have published 18+ research papers in Scopus, ABDC, and UGC Care journals, integrating innovation with sustainable culinary practices.
  • Mr. Shashi Kant
    Assistant Professor

    MHM

    Food & Beverages
    With over 12 years in operations and academia, I specialize in building positive work environments and guiding students into successful hospitality careers, started his career with Taj Hotels & Resorts. He is a certified trainer from Bar Smart (Pernod Ricard), USA.
  • Mr. Devashish Pandey
    Assistant Professor

    Ph.D. (Pursuing), Executive Program- HRM, MHM, BHM, CAFN

    – Indian and International Cuisines
    Chef Devashish has 13 years of experience in both the industry and academia. He has worked in India and abroad with well-known international hotel chains, gaining wide exposure. He brings global experience and a strong focus on quality to his teaching, blending practical industry insights with academic knowledge to enrich student learning and professional development.
  • Mr. Sumit Pratap
    Assistant Professor

    Post Graduate Diploma in International Hospitality Management from Auckland University of Technology in Auckland, New Zealand, augmenting my academic qualifications with two master's degrees, one in Hotel Management and the other in Tourism and Travel Management

    Front Office
    With over 20 years in operations and academia, I specialize in building positive work environments and guiding students into successful hospitality careers. I've published 10 research papers in prestigious UGC Care, Scopus, and ABDC 'B' and 'C' journals, and have proudly seen many of my students grow into industry leaders.
  • Mr. Ashish Dhyani
    : Assistant Professor- SoHM, IUU

    BA, BSc (Hospitality and Hotel Administration), MHM, MTM, UGC NET (Tourism administration & Management), PhD (Pursuing - Thesis submitted)

    Room Division Operations
    Mr. Dhyani possesses over 15 years of academic experience. He has received accolades including Best Research Paper, Outstanding Research (GEU), and Most Promising Faculty (HZU). His contributions include a granted patent, publications in Scopus and UGC CARE journals, AICTE-ATAL FDPs, IIT-certified courses, and training sessions for defense personnel, NGOs, and academic institutions.
  • Mr. Naveen Uniyal
    Assistant Professor

    BBA (Hotel Management)- HNB Garhwal University MHM- Uttarakhand Open University

    Front Office
    With 12 years of experience in hospitality operations and academics, I focus on shaping student success through practical knowledge and industry-oriented teaching. I have published 8 research papers in reputed journals like UGC Care, Scopus, and ABDC 'B' and 'C' journals, and continue to contribute actively to the field of hospitality education.
  • Ms. Deepika Sajwan
    Assistant Professor

    MHM

    Housekeeping
    With over 12 years in academia, I specialize in building positive work environments and guiding students into successful hospitality careers. She is associated with prestigious hospitality management institutes in Uttarakhand.
  • Dr. Don J. Davis
    Guest Speaker

    Life Skills Coach and Owner-Operator, Taste of America

    Dr. Don J Davis is from Minneapolis, Minnesota. He has been in India for almost 13 years. He studied most of his PhD in America and concluded in India. He travels extensively and lectures on varied topics - dealing with Leadership Management, Teamwork, and inspiring people for entrepreneurship and love and service to God. He is the Founder-Operator of Taste of America, a Quick Service Restaurant, and has done a very extensive study in coffee roasting. With his unique experience in coffee roasting, he is poised to bring out some of the best coffee in India. His thrust areas in training are Character Development and Personal Life Coaching has helped many people personally to excel in joyful living.
  • Mr. Sukhwinder Singh Pasricha
    Guest Speaker

    Training and Development Specialist and Hospitality Consultant

    Mr Sukhwinder Singh Pasricha is a multilingual, dynamic training and development specialist with two decades of experience, carrying a postgraduate degree in Hospitality and an alumnus of the Oberoi Centre for Learning & Development (OCLD). He has designed and delivered training all over India in a variety of industries in different areas and focus groups ranging from organisational to individual level. He has conducted training for the development of soft skills, which involve behaviour improvement for efficiency and capacity building. Topics range from personal development, capacity and confidence building, conflict management (both intra-personnel and human-animal conflicts), stress and anger management, grooming and personal hygiene, public speaking, life-skill enhancement, creative thinking, and professional skills development. Delivered training to Forest Department personnel on topics such as capacity building, human-animal conflicts, fire safety and prevention, life skills, spoken language, and attitude correction for forest watchers, guards, and rangers in different areas around Uttarakhand while coordinating with senior officials. An amateur naturalist who understands the various flora and fauna around us and its importance to our lives and the future of the same that must be safeguarded with utmost priority.
  • Mr. Jeet Verma
    Guest Speaker

    Head Mixologist -Masti Cocktail and Cuisine, Dubai

    Mr. Jeet Verma is a renowned figure in the field of bartending. He is the Head Mixologist at Masti Cocktail and Cuisine, Dubai. He started his career at Hotel Hyatt, Pune, as a Food and Beverage Associate. He has worked with the Landmark Group, UAE as a bartender. He attained his advanced education from Flair-mania Institute, and through his passion, he has successfully achieved levels 1 and 2 from Wine Spirit Education Trust. As a connoisseur, he was co-founder of Wine Zone Media a digital platform on YouTube dedicated to bartending. He is a great skilled hand behind the bar and has a charming personality ideal for customer service, other than this he has a certification as Dons of Tequila, National Finalist 2015, UAE. Mr. Jeet is consummate. A bartender is in love with his craft.
  • Chef Manoj Semwal
    Guest Speaker

    Executive Chef , Victoria Can Tho Resort, Vietnam

    Chef Manoj Semwal is a young dynamic Chef with close to 15 years of strong industry experience ranging from Taj Group, Zuri Hotels, Carlson Rezidor Group. An expert on Bakery and PatisserieChef Manoj Semwal is a young dynamic Chef with close to 15 years of strong industry experience ranging from Taj Group, Zuri Hotels, and Carlson Rezidor Group. An expert in Bakery and Patisserie.
  • Mr Kuldeep Singh Chauhan
    Guest Speaker

    Bar Consultant and Bar Manager

    Mr. Kuldeep Singh Chauhan is a Bar consultant, flair bar expert, beverage menu developer, and trainer, Kuldeep Singh is a luminary in the field of Mixology. A hotel Hospitality graduate who has worked with leading illustrious hotel brands including Hotel Taj View, Agra, as a bartender. His passion for his profession leads him to start his own company the name Bar Academy of Doon in Dehradun. Besides imparting training to budding bartenders, he also provides services as a consultant Bar Manager at Ramada Hotel, Dehradun.
  • Mr. Piyush Bora
    Guest Speaker

    Bartender, Trainer & Flair Expert

    Mr. Piyush Bora is an acclaimed Bartender, Trainer and flair Expert. He held the Fourth Position in the India Goa Flair Challenge 2018. He conducts specialised flair training for the first-semester and second-semester BHM program students at SOHM, IMS Unison University.
  • Chef Rahul Wali
    Guest Speaker

    Culinary Head and Chef/Owner at Rahul's Kitchen

    Chef Rahul Wali is the culinary head and chef/Owner at Rahul's Kitchen in Bhidoli Dehradun. He also heads the kitchen of a resort Nature Quest in Dehradun. He has more than 16 years of work experience in 5-star hotels in India and abroad. His experience ranges from The Oberios Towers in Mumbai, Hotel Blue Diamond in Pune, Haveli Restaurant in Mumbai, Leela Kempinski in Mumbai, Radisson, Mumbai and Delhi, Ramada in Dubai, and Spice in Adelaide, Australia. Chef Rahul Wali has a Graduate Diploma in Gastronomy from Le Cordon Bleu, Adelaide, South Australia. He is a Life Member of the Indian Culinary Forum and a life member of the Chefs Association of Five Rivers in Punjab. He runs cooking classes for school kids and adults, gives lectures on healthy eating, and writes a blog on food. He is an avid supporter of the "Slow food movement" and personally teaches parents and kids not to have fast food. Being a dedicated trainer by nature, Chef Rahul Wali has constantly involved himself in developing and training many young talents through his experience.

GENERAL MANAGEMENT

  • Dr. Amit Adlakha
    Professor

    Ph.D., MBA, Executive MBA (IIM Kashipur), M.Sc. (Mathematics) and UGC (NET)

    General Management
    Dr. Amit Adlakha has 25+ years of experience in teaching, research, and administration, with 40+ research papers indexed in Scopus, Web of Science, and ABDC. A recipient of the Teacher of the Year 2022 award, he has guided Ph.D. scholars and serves on several academic boards.
  • Dr. Himanshu Mahobia
    Associate Professor

    MBA, UGC NET, Rajasthan SET, Ph.D.

    Marketing
    Dr. Himanshu Mahobia has 21+ years of corporate and academic experience, having worked with leading institutions like Amity University, ICFAI, and Dainik Bhaskar. He has published research in ABDC and Scopus-indexed journals and presented in national and international conferences.

FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING

  • Dr. Sunil Kumar Jakhoria
    Dean and Professor

    PhD, MCom, UGC-NET

    Finance and Accounting
    Prof. Sunil Kumar Jakhoria is a seasoned academic leader with 27 years of experience in higher education. He has held leadership roles at IMS Unison University, Marwadi University, and Mody University. A key contributor to curriculum development and NEP policy alignment, he has guided Ph.D. scholars, led NAAC A+ and NBA accreditation, and fostered international collaborations. His expertise spans finance, research, and institutional governance. He actively drives faculty development, industry-aligned MBA specializations, and events like TEDx and Youth Conventions, shaping academic excellence and innovation.
  • Dr. Tanuja Gour
    Assistant Professor - Selection Grade

    PhD (Management), UGC-NET & JRF, MBA, PGDBA

    Finance and Accounting
    Dr. Tanuja Gour has 9 years of teaching and research experience in Accounting and Finance. She has published widely in ABDC, Scopus, and UGC-listed journals.
  • Dr. Ankita
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D. , UGC-NET/JRF, MBA,, M.Sc.

    Finance
    Dr. Ankita has 4.5 years of teaching and research experience specializing in Finance. She has published extensively in ABDC, Web of Science, and UGC-listed journals and participated in national and international conferences.
  • Dr. Ankit Srivastava
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    PhD (Management), UGC-NET & JRF, MBA

    Finance and Accounting
    Dr. Ankit specializes in finance and research methods, integrating industry experience with innovative curriculum development and academic research. His work involves designing dynamic financial models, data-driven decision-making strategies, and advanced research techniques to enhance business education and financial literacy.
  • Dr. Sneha Badola
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D., NET-JRF, M.Com

    Finance, Ph. D. (Behavioral Finance)
    Dr. Badola has expertise in Behavioral Finance, with extensive publications in ABDC, Scopus, and ESCI. She incorporates simulation-based teaching techniques and has been recognized internationally for her research contributions. Her focus lies in investor behavior, market psychology, and financial decision-making theories. She is certified in 'Simulation as teaching pedagogy ' from Harvard Business Review
  • Ms. Ziya Batul Rizvi
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D. in Finance, UGC -(NET), MBA

    Finance and Accounting
    Dr. Ziya Batul Rizvi focuses on Financial and Cost Accounting, contributing research in ABDC, Scopus, Web of Science, and peer-reviewed journals. Her work revolves around corporate accounting structures, financial decision-making, and cost analysis strategies essential in managerial finance.
  • Dr. Sheena Rehman
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D. in Finance, UGC -NET & JRF, MCom

    Finance
    Dr. Sheena Rehman has won two writing awards, has presented papers in national and international conferences and contributed to research publications in journals indexed in SCOPUS, ABS, ABDC, and Web of Science.
  • Mr. V Sudhakar Rao
    Assistant Professor

    Ph.D. (Pursuing), UGC- NET, M.Com

    Finance and Accounting
    Dr. Sudhakar Rao researches Behavioral Finance, contributing publications in ABDC-listed journals. He has authored one book and holds a patent.
  • Mr. Simon Giri
    Assistant Professor

    Ph.D. (Pursuing), UGC -(NET/JRF) MCom

    Finance
    Dr. Simon Giri focuses on Finance, with research contributions in ABDC-listed journals and an authored book.

ECONOMICS

  • Dr. Vijay Kumar
    Associate Professor

    UGC-PDF (Economics), Ph.D, MBA (International Business), M.Com., UGC-NET (Management)

    Dr. Vijay Kumar has extensive experience in teaching, research, and administration, having served as Dean and Board of Studies Chair. He is a UGC Post-Doctoral Fellow, a startup mentor, and has authored books and edited volumes on Indian Economics.
  • Dr. Saurabh Singh
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D.,(Management)UGC-NET -JRF, NET Commerce, M.A. (Economics)

    International Business & Economics
    Dr. Saurabh Singh has 12 years of experience in Economics and International Business, contributing scholarly research through publications in academic journals.
  • Dr. Srishti Negi
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D., UGC (NET), M.A. (Economics)

    Economics
    Dr. Srishti Negi has expertise in Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, and Applied Economics, with contributions to research and economic policy discussions.
  • Dr. Madhu Bisht
    Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

    Ph.D. in Economics , MBA (HR)

    Mathematical Economics, Econometrics, Operation Research, Human Resource Management
    Dr. Madhu Bisht engages in policy-making and sustainable development research, with extensive publications in academic journals. She was appreciated by DES, GoUK for the successful completion and documentation of the project Policy Making and Environmental Statistics for Sustainable Development

  • Dr. Rajeswaran Nagalingam
    Professor & Director IQAC

    B.E., M.E., PhD.,

    Applied Electronics, AI and Soft computing
    With a prolific academic career, he has secured numerous grants from various funding agencies to support his research endeavors. He has published over 50 research papers in esteemed international journals and conferences. His research interests include spanning artificial intelligence, Image processing, electrical machines and soft computing. He is a life-time member MIE, ISTE, IAENG, and IACSIT.
  • Ms. Deepti Nautiyal
    Assistant Professor

    MCA,BCA, PhD.(CSE) Pursuing

    Computer Science
    Ms. Deepti Nautiyal, Assistant Professor in Computer Applications having 3 years experience in teaching and 2 years in IT industry as a software tester.