ABOUT
The School of Management is committed to being a leader in management and information technology education by delivering transformative learning experiences. Our undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs are thoughtfully designed to inspire students and equip them to navigate complex business challenges, technological advancements and economic shifts at both national and global levels. Our curriculum emphasizes the development of essential skills in management and information technology, supported by strong collaborations with industry partners, research institutions, and globally renowned universities. This ensures our students benefit from a dynamic and relevant education that blends theory with real-world application. A cornerstone of our teaching approach is case-based learning, which immerses students in real business scenarios to enhance critical thinking and decision-making abilities. In addition, we foster a strong sense of social responsibility and encourage students to align their goals with the principles of sustainable development. The school offers a range of programs, including BBA, BCA, MBA, and MCA, all approved by the AICTE and UGC. We are proud to be recognized as one of the top emerging business schools, having been ranked 8th in the Times B School Ranking consecutive years 2025 and 2026.
VISION
The School of Management at DY Patil University Pune aspires to be the leading business management school by offering premier education in management and information technology. The vision encompasses transforming careers and lives by fostering the next generation of leaders, intrapreneurs, and entrepreneurs.
MISSION
- Delivering quality and value-based education for a transformative educational experience.
- Emphasizing extensive use of case-based learning, research-based projects, and practical teaching approaches.
- Imparting fundamental business skills, data analytics, and innovation management via an advanced curriculum and practical-based learning.
- Introducing innovative methods for leadership development in complex decision-making, supported by technology-based tools.
- Inculcating entrepreneurial skills to identify and explore business opportunities through project-based learning and industry practitioner guidance.
These values guide our actions, shape our community, and define our commitment to excellence in design education and practice.
Programs Offered
Discover a range of programs at DYPU designed to foster critical thinking, technical acumen, and innovative problem-solving. Our courses, taught by industry experts, ensure you're not just ready for your next academic step, but for a lifetime of professional success.
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Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA)
Delve into the digital age with a BCA from DYPU, where theory meets practical expertise. Prepare for the IT sector's dynamic demands through hands-on learning in Cloud Computing, Cyber Security and AI & Data Science.
- Duration: 4 years
- Intake: 120
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Bachelor of Business
Administration (BBA)
Launch your business career with our BBA program, focusing on market-relevant skills in Human Resource Management, Financial Management, Banking & Financial Services, Marketing Management, Digital Marketing & AI, International Busniess. Gain a competitive edge with our case-based learning approach.
- Duration: 4 years
- Intake: 150
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Master of Business Administration (MBA)
DYPU MBA program, a blend of theoretical knowledge and real-world application, prepares you for leadership roles. Specialize in areas like Human Resource Management, Marketing Management, Operations Management, Financial Management, Agribusiness Management, Pharmaceutical Management.
- Duration: 2 years
- Intake: 180
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Master of Computer Application (MCA)
Advance your tech career with an MCA. Specialize in Cloud Computing, Cyber Security & Digital Forensics, AI & Data Science. Benefit from lab sessions, live projects, and interaction with industry leaders.
- Duration: 2 years
- Intake: 120
Our Faculty
Our faculty at DY Patil University's School of Management is a blend of academic excellence and real-world experience, ensuring a robust and practical learning environment for our students. From industry veterans to research scholars, our educators bring a wealth of knowledge, innovation, and leadership skills to the classroom.
Prof. Dr. Pranav Ranjan
Head of the Institute
Qualification: MBA, Ph.D. Faculty Profile: Throughout my professional journey spanning more than two decades, I have honed my expertise across diverse domains including teaching, academic administration, research, consultancy, and industry engagement. Currently, I proudly serve as the Head of the Institute at the esteemed School of Management, DYPU-Pune. My career took root in the illustrious setting of Tata Steel's Jamshedpur works division, where I spent nine years cultivating invaluable industry experience. Transitioning into academia, I embarked on a fulfilling tenure at Lovely Professional University, Punjab, where I not only served as an Assistant Professor but also spearheaded the Training & Consultancy cell. My academic voyage further flourished through engagements with prestigious institutions such as NIIT University in NCR, PES University in Bangalore, and PIBM in Pune, each role adding layers of depth to my professional repertoire. At PIBM, I held the esteemed position of Professor and Deputy Director-Academics and Research, steering a dedicated team of 60 faculty members and nurturing the growth of approximately 1600 students. In addition to my institutional roles, I've extended my expertise beyond the confines of a single institution, serving as visiting faculty at Maharshi Dayanand University and contributing as Consulting Academic Director at VSSR Global. Through this rich tapestry of experiences, I've not only amassed knowledge but also cultivated a holistic perspective that I eagerly bring to every facet of my work.
Dr. Mohmad Altaf Tali
Prof. Dr. Mohmad Altaf Tali
Associate Professor, HOD - BBA & MBA,
Qualification: MBA Sales and Marketing, Phd (Business Administration and Business Management)
Faculty Profile:
Dr. Mohmad Altaf Tali is an experienced academician with over 18 years in Management Education.
He holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration and Business Management and an MBA in Sales and Marketing.
Dr. Tali has a rich background in teaching, research, and industry engagement, making him a valuable asset
to the academic community. He has published several research papers in reputed journals and has been actively
involved in various academic conferences and workshops. Dr. Tali's expertise lies in the areas of marketing,
branding, and consumer behaviour, and he is dedicated to fostering a dynamic learning environment for his students.
Associate Professor, HOD - BBA & MBA,
Dr. Sunita Jadhav
Dr. Sunita Jadhav
Associate Professor, HOD - BCA & MCA
Qualification: M.CA., Ph.D. Computer
Management
Faculty Profile: Dr. Sunita P. Lokare is an academician with 19 years
of teaching experience in the field of Computer Applications. She is currently
serving as an Associate Professor and Head of the MCA & BCA Department at DY
Patil University, Ambi Pune. She holds a Ph.D. in Computer Management from
Savitribai Phule Pune University, with research focused on customer satisfaction
analysis using clustering techniques.
Her academic expertise includes Machine Learning, Data Engineering, Python, DBMS,
Web Technologies, and core computer science subjects. Dr. Lokare has published 10
national and international research papers and holds five patents.
She has also contributed significantly to academic administration by serving in
roles such as Head of Department, NAAC & NBA Coordinator, NPTEL Coordinator, BOS Member,
and Project Coordinator.
Associate Professor, HOD - BCA & MCA
Prof. Sayan Mandal
Prof. Sayan Mandal
Assistant Professor BBA & MBA
Qualification: Ph.D. in Management & IT (Pursuing), MBA in Marketing Management & Entrepreneurship, B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering.
Faculty Profile:
Prof. Sayan Mandal is an enthusiastic academician, researcher, and
mentor, currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the DY Patil
University. With 4+ years of teaching experience and 6 years of corporate
exposure in marketing and sales, he focuses on blending technology with
modern management practices to deliver practical and industry-oriented
learning.
He is pursuing a Ph.D. in Management & IT and holds an MBA in Marketing
& Entrepreneurship along with a B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering.
His expertise includes Digital Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Entrepreneurship,
AI-driven business solutions, and IT-enabled management systems.
Prof. Mandal is also the author of the book "Digital Marketing Analytics &
Fundamentals" and has contributed to several research publications, patents,
and innovation-driven projects. Alongside academics, he actively supports
institutional development through NAAC, OBE, ERP & LMS coordination, and
student engagement initiatives.
Assistant Professor BBA & MBA
Prof. Komal Apte
Prof. Komal Apte
Assistant Professor, BBA & MBA
Qualification: MBA in Marketing Management
Faculty Profile: Prof. Komal Apte is an enthusiastic academician
and marketing professional with expertise in industry-oriented teaching
and experiential learning. With 3 years of teaching experience and 4 years
of industry exposure, actively engaged in guiding undergraduate and
postgraduate students across various marketing and management domains.
Focused on bridging the gap between academic concepts and real-world
business practices through case studies, management games, live projects,
and skill-based learning activities.
Areas of interest include Sustainable Marketing Practices, Consumer Behavior,
Digital Transformation, and Business Strategy in Emerging Markets. Alongside
academics, actively involved in mentoring students for placements, soft
skills development, and career readiness initiatives. Also contributes to
organizing academic events, entrepreneurship activities, and industry
interactions to enhance practical exposure and professional growth among
students.
Subjects taught include Marketing Management, Fundamentals of Management,
Entrepreneurship Development, Start-up & New Venture, Consumer Behavior,
Sales & Distribution Management, Business-to-Business (B2B) Marketing,
Marketing 4.0, Quantitative Research Methodology, and Soft Skills &
Employability Skills.
Assistant Professor, BBA & MBA
Prof. Ankur Solapure
Prof. Ankur Solapure
Assistant Professor, BBA & MBA
Qualification: Masters in FinTech, MA Economics, CMT Level 1
Faculty Profile:
Mr. Ankur Arvind Solapure is an Assistant Professor at D.Y. Patil University
specializing in Financial Markets, with a strong focus on industry-oriented
teaching and practical learning. He actively teaches undergraduate and postgraduate
courses in areas such as Derivative Markets, Technical Analysis, and Financial
Market Strategies, integrating real-world market insights into academic delivery.
With professional experience as a Technical Analyst at Transgraph Consulting Pvt.
Ltd. and as a Financial Market Trainer at Toppers Trading Institute, he is a certified
trainer for NISM series 5 (Mutual Fund), NISM series 13 (Common Derivatives), and NISM series 21 (Portfolio Management), he also possesses
expertise in technical analysis frameworks including Dow Theory and Elliott Wave Theory.
His skill set also includes the application of market indicators such as RSI, Moving
Averages, Relative Strength, and Bollinger Bands, along with proficiency in analytical
platforms like TradingView, Chartink, and advanced stock screening tools.
Mr. Solapure has also gained valuable research exposure as a Research Analyst Intern at
Mangal Keshav Financial Services LLP, where he worked on equity, commodity, currency,
and derivatives (F&O) markets. His work involved developing trading strategies by combining
technical and fundamental analysis, contributing to a practical and research-driven approach
toward financial market education.
Assistant Professor, BBA & MBA
Dr. Vaishali Joshi
Dr. Vaishali Joshi
Associate Professor, BBA & MBA
Qualification: Ph.D. (Management), MBA-HR, MCA, MCM Faculty Profile: Currently working as an Associate Professor at D.Y.Patil University Ambi, Pune. She has vast experience in Academics of 21 years For IT as well as Management courses. She has worked with many renowned Institutes in Pune city. She has published 8 papers in reputed journals as well as published 1 book for Graduation level.Her research area is Green IT.
Associate Professor, BBA & MBA
Prof. Azaan Wani
Prof. Azaan Wani
Assistant Professor, BBA & MBA
Qualification: Ph.D. Human Resource Management (Pursuing),
MBA Human Resource Management and Marketing Management,
B.E. Mechanical Engineering
Faculty Profile: Professor Azaan Wani is an Assistant Professor
at the School of Management with a strong interdisciplinary background
combining engineering and management expertise. With 6 years of
experience across academia and the corporate sector, he brings a
balanced and practical approach to modern management education.
He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering
and an MBA with dual specialization in Human Resource Management
and Marketing Management. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Human Resource
Management, his academic and professional interests focus on Talent
Acquisition & Recruiting, HR Information Systems (HRIS) & Analytics,
Organizational Development (OD), and HR Compliance & Risk Management.
Professor Wani is recognized for effectively bridging technical precision
with human capital strategy, helping students understand the evolving
dynamics of the modern workplace. His innovative and research-driven
mindset is further reflected through a published patent, showcasing his
commitment to contributing forward-thinking solutions in the field of
management and organizational development.
Assistant Professor, BBA & MBA
Dr. Amit Jadhav
Dr. Amit Jadhav
Assistant Professor, BCA & MCA
Qualification: Ph.D. Computer Science, M.Sc.
Computer Science
Faculty Profile: Dr. Amit A Jadhav, a dedicated professional with a
profound background in academia and research. I hold a M.Sc. in Computer
Science from Pune University, and recently, I successfully completed my
Ph.D. in Education Data Mining. My doctoral research focused on the "Design
and Development of Data Mining Techniques to Predict Students and Teachers'
Performance" in selected colleges of Ratnagiri District, Maharashtra.
My research endeavours have significantly contributed to the field, with
publications in esteemed International and National Conferences. In February
2022, I took on the role of Convenor for a National Conference, showcasing
my commitment to fostering knowledge exchange and collaboration within the
academic community.
Assistant Professor, BCA & MCA
Prof. Ashish Inkar
Prof. Ashish Inkar
Assistant Professor, BCA & MCA
Qualification: Msc in Computer Science with specialization in Cyber Security
, BSc in Forensic Science, Certification in CCST,
Diploma in Forensic Analyst
Faculty Profile:
Dedicated Cybersecurity professional and educator currently serving as an Assistant Professor at D.Y. Patil University, Pune (School of Engineering and Technology). With a Master’s degree in Computer Science specializing in Cybersecurity from Digital University Kerala (June 2024) and a B.Sc. in Forensic Science from Shivaji University, Kolhapur (June 2022), I effectively bridge the gap between academic research and industry application. I possess approximately 2 years and 3 months of cumulative experience, including a year as a Cyber Security Trainer at DRONA Cyber Solutions (Jan 2025 – Dec 2025), where I delivered training in Network Security and Ethical Hacking, and nine months of specialized industry internships. My technical background includes a six-month tenure as a Cloud Security Engineer Intern at Xploreteq (Feb 2024 – July 2024) focusing on Netskope-based solutions and a VAPT Internship at REINFOSEC (July 2023 – Sept 2023).
Assistant Professor, BCA & MCA
Prof. Vishal Chavan
Prof. Vishal Chavan
Assistant Professor, BCA & MCA
Qualification: M.C.A.
Faculty Profile: Working as an Assistant Professor at D.Y. Patil University,
Pune Ambi with over 14 years of experience in teaching computer applications and 1
year industry. I specialize in guiding students through various subjects, ensuring
they gain both theoretical and practical knowledge. My teaching interests include Data
Science, Computer Network, DBMs, Oracle. Working as School Examination officer and
university CAP officer. I believe in encouraging students through project-based learning
and creating an interactive classroom environment that inspires curiosity and critical
thinking. Published 6 Paper and 8 Patent.
Assistant Professor, BCA & MCA
Prof. Vishal Rajbhar
Prof. Vishal Rajbhar
Assistant Professor - BCA & MCA
Qualification: MCA in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Faculty Profile:
Vishal Ramkumar Rajbhar is an Assistant Professor at DY Patil University, Pune,
specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. He holds a Master’s
degree (MCA) in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning from Tilak Maharashtra
Vidyapeeth and has strong expertise in Python, Machine Learning, Natural Language
Processing, and Deep Learning. He has gained practical industry experience through
a Machine Learning Internship at Cod Tech IT Solutions, where he developed multiple
ML models including Decision Tree classifiers (97% accuracy), sentiment analysis
systems, CNN-based image classification models, and recommendation systems. His
technical skills include Python, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, Pandas, NumPy, and data
preprocessing techniques for building real-world AI solutions. He has published 1 paper.
Assistant Professor - BCA & MCA
Prof. Uttam Kumar Singh
Prof. Uttam Kumar Singh
Assistant Professor - BCA & MCA
Qualification: MCA in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Faculty Profile: Uttam Kumar Singh, currently working as an Assistant Professor
at D. Y. Patil University, Ambi, Pune. I hold a Master of Computer Applications
(MCA) with a specialization in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning from
Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth, Pune. I am passionate about emerging technologies and
applying AI to solve real-world problems while guiding students toward innovative
thinking in the field of computer science.
Assistant Professor - BCA & MCA
Prof. Naveen Pandey
Prof. Naveen Pandey
Assistant Professor, BBA & MBA
Qualification: Ph.D in Management(pursuing), MBA in Marketing
Faculty Profile:
Currently working as an Assistant Professor at School of Management at D Y Patil University, Ambi
Pune. He is having 11 years of experience in Academics and 3 years in
corporate, with the expertise in Teaching, Mentoring and corporate
connects. His is into Marketing domain and specializes in Marketing
Management, Digital Marketing, Strategic Marketing Management,
Integrated
Marketing Communication & Sales and Distribution Management. He has
published a manual on Real Estate Management and Research Papers in
reputed
National and International journals. He is Certified Career Coach from
Career Development Alliance.
Assistant Professor, BBA & MBA
Prof. Usha Babar
Prof. Usha Babar
Assistant Professor, BCA & MCA
Qualification: Ph.D. (Pursuing), MCA in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Faculty Profile: Usha Babar is an Assistant Professor at D.Y. Patil University, Pune,
with over 12 years of experience in teaching computer applications. I specialize in
guiding students through various subjects, ensuring they gain both theoretical and
practical knowledge. My teaching interests include Artificial Intelligence, Operating Systems,
Internet of Things (IoT), UI/UX design, and Flutter development. I believe in encouraging
students through project-based learning and creating an interactive classroom environment that
inspires curiosity and critical thinking. Published 1 Paper and 1 Patent. Currently pursing PhD
from Savitribai Phule Pune University.
Assistant Professor, BCA & MCA
