About Us
Leadership Team
Dr. R. Narasimhan
Dean
ISBR Business School
Dr. R. Narasimhan is a product of IIT Roorkee for Masters, IIT Madras for PhD, and TIFR for Post-doctoral research. He had done an executive program at IIM, Ahmedabad. Starting his career in teaching, and laying a strong foundation in research and analytical thinking, he was instrumental in establishing some of the best academic practices. He then switched to the software industry for a few years and returned to academics. He provided leadership to a few well-known start-up business schools in India. His areas of teaching and research widened to include Strategy, Operations, Entrepreneurship, and Technology Innovation.
Dr. Nila A Chotai
Program Director (PGDM, MBA, Executive PGDM)
ISBR Business School
Dr. Nila A Chotai progressive record in the academic domain with over 16 years of experience in teaching in the higher education sector. Distinguished record of publication in academic journals. Strong philosophy of teaching, and knowledge of many different methods to motivate students to develop their expertise in specific areas. A dedicated partner to institutional programs and outreach events that help promote learning and support the community. She holds a Master of Arts in Economics from Pondicherry University followed by MBA and PGDHRM as other postgraduate degrees. She was awarded a PhD in Economics from the University of Mysore in 2013.
She has worked in reputed Management Institutions and Autonomous University. Her core area of interest is in Economics & HR. She has been a core committee member in the accreditation process at management institutions for NAAC, NBA & IACBE. She has conducted sessions for German Industry Partners and Indian Plywood Industries Research & Training Institute. She has co-authored a book in Marketing Management. She has a rich experience in developing curriculum and planning the academic calendar. She is a Guest Editor for Scopus Journal Empirical Economics letter.
Ms. Kavitha Madhusudan
Director Admissions
ISBR Business School
Ms. Kavitha Madhusudan is a seasoned professional with over 19 years of experience in the field of institutional branding, strategy, and student recruitment. Mrs. Madhusudan has had a longer stint of career with Acharya Group of Institutions and has held various administrative positions including that of Director, Admissions for over 14 years. Mrs. Madhusudan has also served as Deputy Director, Admissions at Alliance University and is currently serving as Director, Admissions at ISBR Group of Institutions.
Prof. Amit Kanchanbaras
Director, Career Advancement and Corporate Engagement
ISBR Business School
Prof Amit Kanchanbaras is a seasoned banker turned academician, having more than 23 years of Industry experience in the Banking and Financial Services, having worked with the Global Financial Institutions like J P Morgan, Citigroup, Northern Trust and Birla Sunlife Insurance and many others. Thereafter he transitioned to academia and has been associated with ISBR for almost a decade. In all, he has a total work experience of 31 years, across industry and academia. During his stint in the BFSI sector, he was instrumental in repeatedly setting up sustained business and revenue growth models in the changing markets. He inculcated an integrated set of competencies that encompass areas related to Team Building, Business Management and Client Relationship Management In his stint at ISBR, leveraging his enriching industry exposure, he has been instrumental in strengthening the ISBR - Industry Collaboration by engaging and involving different industry partners across varied businesses, providing them multiple ISBR platforms which in-turn benefitted both the Industry partners and the institute itself. Area Chair Placements, Head of Department - Finance, were the key positions he held before taking up his new role in the Centre for Career Advancement and Corporate Engagement.
Ms. Anuradha Shukla
Head - International Relation
ISBR Business School
Ms. Anuradha Shukla specializes in internationalization at Management institutes. She has worked at IIM Bangalore for 9 years contributing to their Placements, International Office and International Admissions office. She was a lecturer of Marketing at Wigan and Leigh College. She has lived in China for five years, working there as an IT journalist. Her articles have been published in PC World and TMCnet USA.
Dr. Ranjana Jain
Director
Career Advancement Services
ISBR Bangalore
Dr. Ranjana Jain is a visionary leader with over 25 years of distinguished experience in academic and industry relations. With a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Dr. Hari Singh Gour University, Sagar (MP), Dr. Jain has effectively combined her academic brilliance with a passion for student development. She is celebrated for her ability to "do chemistry" not only in the laboratory but also with industry giants, successfully building bridges between academia and the corporate world to place students in prestigious roles.
Dr. Jain's career is a testament to her expertise in transforming academic learning into practical career success. As the Director of Career Advancement Services at ISBR Bangalore, she has led strategic initiatives that have resulted in exceptional placement records. Her ability to build lasting relationships with Fortune 500 companies, established startups, and industry leaders has expanded the reach of ISBR, making it a preferred institution for recruiters.
A recipient of the Young Scientist Award and the CSIR Senior Research Fellowship, Dr. Jain is also recognized for her pioneering contributions to research, with several patents to her name. Her leadership has been instrumental in not only guiding students but also shaping the academic landscape through her involvement in prestigious national initiatives with UNDP, UNICEF, and the NASSCOM Foundation.
Having held prominent roles at institutions like MIT-WPU Pune, R.V. University Bangalore, and Jain University Bangalore, Dr. Jain has placed thousands of students in top-tier companies. Her innovative approaches to student training, industry interaction, and corporate events have consistently delivered stellar placement outcomes. She has also been a mentor to budding entrepreneurs and a driving force in designing employability pathways for future leaders.
Beyond her professional achievements, Dr. Jain is known for her warmth, compassion, and strong religious values. She has dedicated her life to nurturing the careers of students, guiding them not just towards professional success but also towards personal growth and fulfillment.
Under her guidance, ISBR Bangalore continues to thrive as a hub of excellence, preparing students to meet the evolving demands of the global marketplace with confidence and competence.
Dr. M R Jhansi Rani
Dy. Director –Research
Professor, HRM & OB
ISBR Business School
Dr. M. R. Jhansi Rani is a distinguished Professor, Deputy Director of Research, and Editor-in-Chief of the ISBR Management Journal at ISBR Business School, Bangalore. With an impressive 15 years of diverse experience in academics, corporate roles, and research, she specializes in Organizational Behavior, Human Resource Management, Leadership, and Strategy. Her exceptional contributions to the field have been recognized with the prestigious "Best Professor in Human Resources Management" award by the Asia Pacific HRM Congress Awards 2024.
Prolific Researcher and Contributor
Dr. Jhansi is a prolific contributor to the academic community, having published over 60 research papers, book chapters, and conference proceedings in prestigious national and international journals. Her research portfolio spans various management disciplines, with a significant focus on Human Resources, exploring topics such as talent acquisition, leadership, motivation, AI in HRM, HR Analytics and application in different HRM Functions and organizational behavior. She has presented papers and served as a resource person at numerous national and international seminars, conferences, workshops, and faculty and management development programs. Her leadership extends to roles such as Track Chair, Panelist, Moderator, and Adjudicator at various events hosted by B-Schools and universities across India.
Editorial and Mentorship Roles
In addition to her editorial responsibilities as the Editor-in-Chief of the ISBR Management Journal, Dr. Jhansi holds positions as a reviewer and associate editor for several renowned national and international journals. She is a member of the Board of Studies (BOS) and Board of Examiners (BOE) at prominent institutions like Alliance University, Dayananda Sagar University, Jain University, and IFIM. As a trainer, she imparts knowledge on leadership, motivation, and HR topics to both students and executives. Dr. Jhansi also mentors and supervises Ph.D. scholars at the University of Mysore and Fellow Program in Management (FPM) scholars. Furthermore, she is an active doctoral committee member for scholars at Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and Bangalore University, reflecting her dedication to fostering academic excellence and research. Under her guidance, two doctoral scholars (one Ph.D. and one FPM) have been awarded their degrees, further testament to her commitment to nurturing the next generation of researchers and leaders in the field.