Faculty Members

Professor & Director

Dr. Pankajray Patel

Associate Professor

Dr. Kaushal A. Bhatt

Qualification : Ph.D., M.Phil, MBA(Finance), M.com (Adv.Mgmt. A/c),

Contact No. : +91-79-23267539

Email ID : kaushal.bhatt@gtu.edu.in

Dr. Kaushal Bhatt is the Associate Professor, Graduate School of Management Studies (GSMS) and Coordinator of Internal Quality Assurance cell (IQAC) at Gujarat Technological University. He is new generation of Academician with good hold on various aspects of University Administration. He has sound experience of 17 years which includes, PG teaching, Research and academic administration. Dr. Bhatt has earned Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and Master of Philosophy (University First) degrees. He also holds two master degrees i.e. MBA (Finance) and M. Com (Adv. Mgmt. A/c) degrees. He has successfully undergone Faculty Development Program at IIM-K (Indian Institute of Management – Kozhikode). He holds highly reputed AMT (Accredited Management Teacher) certificate of AIMA (All India Management Association), New Delhi and CFAP (Certified Forensic Accounting Professional) of India Forensic & Forensic Accounting Research Foundation, Pune.

Dr. Bhatt has participated in more than 55 of International and National Conferences and Seminars in India and abroad. He has published more than 60 Research Papers in reputed Journals and Conference Proceedings at National and International level at France, US, UK and India. He is recognized Ph. D. Supervisor under Faculty of Management at GTU and guiding research scholars for their doctoral work. He has 7 books on his name which are published by National and International Publication houses. He has been selected by European Union (EU) under Erasmus+ funded Program and visited Poland and conducted sessions at Faculty of Management, Wroclaw University of Science & Technology, Poland. He has also carried out two Minor Research Projects with Foreign University Partner of GTU. He is an eminent reviewer of “Emerald’s Managerial Finance” Journal, USA. He is also a member of editorial board of International Journal of Advanced Research in Management and Social Sciences, United Kingdom (UK), International Journal of Economics and Finance published by Canadian Center of Science and Education (CCSE) Canada, African Journal of Business Management, South Africa, Standard International Journal of India, etc. He is life member of All India Management Scholar (AIMS)- International, USA, Financial Management Association (FMA), University of South Florida, USA, Indian Accounting Association (IAA) and Indian Commerce Association (ICA), India. His area of interest includes Research Methodology, Financial and Management Accounting, Behavioral Finance, Banking & Insurance, International Business, Business Analytics, etc.

Assistant Professor

Dr. Sarika Srivastava

Qualification : Ph. D., MBA, UGC-NET, UP-SLET

Contact No. : +91-79-23267590

Email ID : ap2_cgbs@gtu.edu.in

Profile

Dr. Sarika Srivastava is appointed as an Assistant Professor at Graduate School of Management Studies (GSMS), Gujarat Technological University. She has completed MBA with first division and Ph.D. in the area of ‘Behavioural Finance’ from reputed Banasthali University (Accredited by NAAC with ‘A’ grade), Rajasthan. She has qualified National Eligibility Test (NET) with 74% conducted by University Grant Commission- 2012 and UP State Level Eligibility Test (UPSLET) -2004 in the subject Management. She is a dynamic and diligent professional with industrial, teaching and administrative experience of more than 14 years. She has significantly contributed in the field of international relations at GTU while working at PG Research Centre of Global Business Studies. Looking at her rich experience and active participation, she was appointed as a mentor for International Experience Programme (IEP) at Varna University of Management, Bulgaria in 2018. She has published and presented more than 35 research papers in National and International Journals / Conferences. Her two research papers were selected for best paper award. She has attended and organized various Faculty Development Programmes (FDP), workshops and seminars. She is extensively interested in the research work along with teaching assignments. Her areas of interest include Financial Management, International Economic Environment and Entrepreneurship. Dr. Srivastava is a recognized Ph.D. supervisor at GTU and Co-supervisor at Banasthali University. Dr. Srivastava is an editorial member for two reputed journals i.e. Multidisciplinary international Research Journal of Gujarat Technological University and Journal of Pedagogy & Educational Management, Bulgaria. She also has professional membership of ‘All India Management Association (AIMS)’. She has been appointed as a coordinator for GTU Vidushee Gargi Centre for Women Development Cell and sponsored Faculty Development Programmes of AICTE at GTU. She is also active member of various important committees of the university like Board of Studies for Management programmes and Sexual Harassment Monitoring Cell etc. At GTU, She is successfully handling the administrative responsibility of Conference Section from last 7 years and also contributing significantly in the publication of GTU Quarterly Newsletter – Sarthak, Bi-annually Multidisciplinary International Research Journal and Annual Convocation Report of university etc.

Assistant Professor

Dr. Krishnaba Vaghela

Qualification : Ph.D, MBA, B.Sc. (IT), LLB

Contact No. : +91-79-23267513

Email ID : ap2_cme@gtu.edu.in

Profile

Dr. Krishnaba Vaghela is a Management post graduate; dual specialized in Marketing and finance & is a B.Sc. (IT) in Computers as well as bachelor in Law. She has a Doctoral degree from Saurashtra University, Rajkot. She holds a professional expansion over Academics & Co-ordination in the field of Management for the past seven years, along with an Industry Exposure. She has two years of Experience with ceramic industry after post-graduation. For the last six years she is associated with academics as Assistant Professor in management discipline. Her expertise includes teaching various subjects viz., Organizational Behavior, Principle of Management, Sales and Distribution Management, Service Marketing, Business law, International Business, Environment for business, etc. To her credential, she has presented papers at national and international conferences and attended various Faculty Development Programs being organized by Management Institutions and other organizations. She has also worked on Research project “Kotler’s incubator for Ayurvedic Medicine” at Gujarat Technological University.

Assistant Professor

Mr. Tushar Panchal

Assistant Professor

Ms. Sweta Dhungel

Qualification: MHA (Master in Hospital Administration), PGDHA (P G Diploma in Hospital Administration), PGDLGSC (P G Diploma Logistic & Supply Chain), PGDGC (P G Diploma Guidance & Counselling), B.Com. (Accounting & Finance)

Contact No.: 079-23267685

Email ID: ap_sweta_dhungel@gtu.edu.in

Ms. Sweta Dhungel is an Assistant Professor at Graduate School of Management Studies, Gujarat Technological University, Gujarat, India. She is an astute Healthcare Professional with commendable experiences of over 15 years in Hospital Administration & Operations at various Hospitals of Gujarat such as Bhailal Amin General Hospital, Sal Hospital, Narayan Multi Speciality Hospital, Aashirvad Super Speciality Children Hospital, Smt. SMS Multi Speciality Hospital. She is experts in Strategic Planning, Clinical Management, Medical College & Hospital Management, P & L Management, Hospital Administrative Function, Project Management, MCI Requirement & Management, Healthcare Services, and COVID – 19 Management. She has served as a guest speaker in various Hospital Management topics in Indian Hospital Association, Vadodara. She has attended and organized various workshops and seminars on Hospital Management. She has done Training Programmes of Hospital Staffs in Hospital across Gujarat.

Assistant Professor

Dr. Neela Multani

Qualification: Ph.D, MBA (HR), B.E. (Electrical)

Email ID:ap_neela@gtu.edu.in

Profile Dr. Neela Multani is having more than 11 years of academic and research experience and at present, she is serving as an Assistant Professor (Human Resource Management) at Graduate School of Management Studies, Gujarat Technological University. She is an Engineering graduate and holds a doctoral degree in Management in the area of Human Resource Management. Dr. Neela has published research papers in Referred National and International Journals. She has presented a paper in National Seminar. She has participated in many FDPs, Conferences, Seminars and Workshops. She has managed diverse work portfolio during her professional career. She has taught various subjects such as Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior, Principles of Management, Communication Skills, Self-employment & Entrepreneurship Development, Engineering Economics and Management, Marketing Management, and Business Communication at Diploma, Graduation and Post-Graduation level. Her areas of interest includes Working Conditions, Work-life Balance, Job Satisfaction and Motivation.

Assistant Professor

Dr. Pulkit Trivedi

Qualification: Ph.D., MBA (Marketing), BA(English), DBEM (EDI)

Email Id: ap_pulkit@gtu.edu.in

Profile

Dr. Pulkit Trivedi having more than 10 years of academic, industry and research experience and at present, he is serving as an Assistant Professor (Marketing) at Graduate School of Management Studies, Gujarat Technological University. He holds a doctoral degree in Management in the area of Marketing from Gujarat University, Master degree M.B.A. with Marketing Specialization from GTU, Diploma in Business Entrepreneur in Management from EDI-Gandhinagar. Dr. Trivedi has published research papers in referred National and International Journals. He has presented a paper in National and International Conference. He has participated in many FDPs, Conferences, Seminars and Workshops.

He is an entrepreneur, visionary, orator, corporate trainer, and a digital marketer with unrivalled experience in developing, expanding, and constructing companies online. He is widely regarded as one of the most talented bloggers in India. He’s a public speaker and a professional coach. As a visiting professor, he teaches digital marketing to students at several prestigious universities in India. As a digital marketing expert, he has also closely work with corporates, politicians, and celebrities. He has managed diverse work portfolio during his professional career. He has taught various subjects such as Marketing Management, Advertisement and Sales Promotion, Services Marketing, Production and Operation Management, Principles & Practices of Management, Digital Marketing at Diploma, Graduation and Post-Graduation level. His research interests include entrepreneurship, marketing, services marketing, e-commerce, affiliate marketing, and digital marketing.

Assistant Professor

Ms. Hetal Rathod

Qualification: Ph.D. (Pursuing), MBA (IB), UGC-NET

Email Id: ap_hetal@gtu.edu.in

Ms. Hetal Rathod is an Assistant Professor at Graduate School of Management Studies, Gujarat Technological University. She is a gold medalist with distinction in her MBA in International Business from GSMS, GTU. She has also cleared UGC-NET with Management Specialization. She is an enthusiastic and passionate academician with her primary research interests in service marketing and consumer behaviour. She has served as an assistant professor with two years of teaching experience in post-graduation at one of the reputed state universities. She has successfully participated in various FDPs organized by different universities. She has participated in and presented two research papers at international conferences. She has a few research papers published in UGC-CARE listed and peer-reviewed journals. She has also attended workshops and webinars organized by various universities. She has guided several students with their research projects in the area of marketing at the post-graduate level. She has served as an event convener for the state-level Management Fest organized by the university. Her areas of interest include International Business, Marketing Management, Service Marketing, Organizational Behaviour, Human Resource Management, Organizational Culture Development as well as Strategic Management.

Assistant Professor

Medha Vyas

Qualification: MBA (Finance), B.Com

Email id: ap_medha@gtu.edu.in

Profile: Medha Vyas is an assistant professor at Graduate School of Management Studies, Gujarat Technological University, Gujarat. She has blend background of corporate and academic in which, she has two years of corporate and more than seven years of academic experience. She studies Master of Business Administration from Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University with Finance specialization. She has taught finance specialization subjects like Management of Financial Services, Working Capital Management at post – graduate level as well as Fundamentals of Financial Management, Financial Management II, Financial Accounting Management at under graduate level. She has attended numerous FDPs, workshops, Seminars and conferences at state level as well as national level .She has presented one paper at NAAC sponsored National level seminar and one paper published in IJTRE. Her area of interest includes Corporate Finance, Fintech, Risk Management and Indic Knowledge System.

Assistant Professor

Rajan N. Modha

[MBA (International Business)]

Faculty of Management (Finance)

Gujarat Technological University

Chandkheda, Ahmedabad – 382424, Gujarat (India)

Cell No. 97277 91109

E-mail ID: ap_rajan@gtu.edu.in, modharaajan@gmail.com

Mr. Rajan Modha has around three years of core teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. He has a Bachelor’s in Business Administration with dual specialisations in Finance and Marketing, and he holds a Master’s in Business Administration in International Business with a specialisation in Finance. He is currently dealing with subjects such as Forex Management and Business Statistics. He has had vast experience teaching practical subjects in the business administration domain for the last three years. He has hands-on experience in subjects such as Corporate Accounting, Principles and Practises of Accountancy, Business Statistics, Cost Accounting, Management Accounting and Income Tax. He has published 2 papers in renowned peer reviewed journals also he has attended 2 national and 1 international conferences. His research interests include foreign exchange management, financial management, behavioural finance and investment banking, and derivative market.

Associate Professor

Dr. Priyanka Bhatt,

Qualification: PhD, MBA, M.Com,

Email ID: asso_priyanka@gtu.edu.in

Contact : +91- 9558139439

Profile

Dr Priyanka Bhatt is the Associate Professor, Graduate School of Management Studies (GSMS) at Gujarat Technological University. She is Passionate Academician and researcher with experience of 12+ years which includes teaching, Research and academic administration. She is recognized Ph. D. Supervisor under Faculty of Management at GTU and guiding research scholars for their doctoral work. She has published and presented more than 25 research papers in National and International Journals / Conferences. Her one paper won the best paper award. Her area of interest includes Research Methodology, Financial Management, Behavioral
Finance, Insurance and Risk Management, Management of Financial services, Banking & Insurance, International Finance, etc. She has attended various international and national conferences, workshops and faculty development programmer in India and abroad.