Principal Officers
With an extensive experience of over 25 years in diverse academic domains, Dr. Jitendra Kumar Mishra brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge to his role as Registrar at JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) in Bangalore. A Ph.D. holder in Economics, Dr. Mishra is not just a prolific researcher but also an author of management cases, monographs and books. His research articles have been published in various esteemed international and national journals contributing to academia.
Dr. Mishra's influence extends beyond research as he actively mentors Ph.D. candidates. He has held leadership positions in renowned management institutions across the country. His strategic leadership has played a pivotal role in the growth of the institutions he has served. His prior roles as Dean and Director at various esteemed institutions (S. P. Mandali’s Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research, Mumbai, Director, Jaipuria School of Business, Ghaziabad, and Director, MATS Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship, Bangalore) witness the same.
Engaged in academia beyond his institutional roles, Dr. Mishra has been actively involved in professional bodies such as the Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) and the Centre for Education Growth and Research (CEGR). He has served on the Executive Board of AIMS and held the position of Regional Vice President for the Southern Region. Dr. Mishra has also contributed to policy advocacy, being nominated as an expert by the Chairman of the University Grants Commission (UGC) for drafting subject-specific templates for curriculum frameworks and serving on committees coordinating with AICTE for the implementation of NEPs.
Dr. Dinesh Nilkant is a visionary leader in education and management. He emerges as a trailblazer, reshaping the landscape with his visionary leadership and transformative initiatives. With over two and a half decades of experience, Dr. Nilkant's journey is a testament to unwavering commitment and unparalleled dedication to excellence.
Dr. Nilkant's academic journey began with a PhD from Vinayaka Missions University, exploring teenage consumer behaviour. He further honed his skills with a Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing Management from Indira Gandhi National Open University and a Diploma in Export Management from the Indian Institute of Export Management. His academic prowess extends to an M.Com in Management and Finance from the University of Bombay and a B.Com from the same institution, laying the foundation for his illustrious career.
Dr. Nilkant's career spans various leadership roles, from Head of the Department of Management at Shri Bhagwan Mahaveer Jain College to Principal of the Center for Management Studies at Bangalore University. As the Dean and Director of the Faculty of Management at JAIN (Deemed-to-be-University), he orchestrated an academic renaissance, earning accolades including a place in the Limca Book of Records.
Dr. Nilkant's visionary models and initiatives have empowered students and reshaped institutions into centres of excellence. Notable accomplishments include the establishment of the "21 Steps - Entrepreneurship Model," "studentnirbar.com" E-Commerce Platform, and "Eye" academic monitoring software. His leadership has earned coveted awards such as the "CSR Eminent Director of Leading Institute Award" and recognition from organisations like Toastmasters International and the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment (CISI), London.
Dr. Dinesh Nilkant's legacy in education and management shines as a symbol of dedication and innovation. He leads with unwavering commitment, constantly pushing boundaries and embracing change. Dr. Nilkant continues to pave the way for new horizons, where innovation and excellence intertwine seamlessly.