The Director

Dr. Sameer Pingle is a seasoned academician and corporate educator with over two decades of extensive experience in management education, training, research, and consulting. Over the years, he has made impactful contributions to leading educational institutions and corporate entities in India and abroad, gaining recognition for his excellence in teaching, research, and academic administration.

Dr. Pingle has held academic positions at reputed institutions such as the Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), Indore campus, and Nirma University, Ahmedabad. He has been actively involved in developing academic curricula, designing innovative pedagogy, and mentoring students across various levels of management education.

In addition to his core academic roles, Dr. Pingle has served as a Visiting Professor at several prominent institutions, including the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Gandhinagar; Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Nagpur; Ahmedabad Management Association (AMA), Chandragupt Institute of Management, Patna; and several other universities and management bodies. His teaching engagements have been highly appreciated for their practical insights and learner-centric approaches.

Internationally, Dr. Pingle has strengthened academic collaborations through his association with the Hof University of Applied Sciences in Germany. He has been invited three times to participate in the university’s International Teaching Week and was honored with the ERASMUS Fellowship in 2017. He also received an International Award for Teaching Excellence from Hof University, further establishing his reputation on a global platform.

Awards and Recognitions

Dr. Pingle’s contributions have been widely acknowledged by reputed academic and professional associations. He is the recipient of several national and international awards in the domains of teaching, research, and academic administration. These include recognitions from:

• AIMS (Association of Indian Management Schools)
• ISTD (Indian Society for Training and Development)
• HEF (Higher Education Forum)
• NIPM (National Institute of Personnel Management)
• KRDWG (Knowledge Resource Development and Welfare Group)
• ULektz
• Jagranjosh
• B-School Affairs
• Lexicon Group of Institutes
• MTC Global
• DKRF
• Nirma University

These accolades reflect his continued commitment to academic excellence and leadership in the education sector.

Research and Doctoral Guidance

Dr. Pingle is an active researcher with keen interests in employer branding, HR practices in MSMEs, employee engagement, and management education. He has guided six doctoral scholars, contributing to the development of scholarly research in these areas. His research is often interdisciplinary, combining insights from human resources, organizational behavior, and strategic management.

Corporate Training and Consultancy

A highly sought-after trainer and consultant, Dr. Pingle has designed and delivered numerous Management Development Programmes (MDPs) and Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs) for a diverse set of organizations. His training sessions focus on Case-Based Teaching, Innovative Pedagogy, HR Strategy, and Leadership Development.

His corporate training portfolio includes engagements with some of the most respected names in the public and private sectors, such as:

• ONGC
• HPCL
• IOCL
• GSFC
• Cadila Pharmaceuticals
• Torrent Pharmaceuticals
• Kalpataru Power Transmission
• Ultratech Cement
• VANAMATI
• GVK-EMRI
• Ford India
• Bank of Baroda, and many others.

He has also conducted consulting assignments for various organizations including:

• GVK, EMRI
• Shriram Group
• Kalupur Commercial Co-operative Bank Ltd
• Nirlife, among others.

Dr. Pingle is a life member of the Indian Society for Training and Development (ISTD), Indian Commerce Association (ICA), Academy of Human Resource Development (AHRD), and an associate member of the Indian Society for Applied Behavioural Sciences (ISABS). He has been an accomplished jury member for prestigious awards like the Best Industrial Relations award by Gujarat Employer Organisation, Vadodara and Innopreneurs Grand Finale, Season 11 by Lemon Ideas, Nagpur.

His ability to bridge theory with practice and offer tailored solutions makes him a valuable asset to any organisation seeking strategic HR and organisational development support.

Certifications and Additional Expertise

• Certified POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) Trainer
• Certified Yoga Teacher, reinforcing his commitment to holistic professional and personal well-being

Teaching Specializations

Dr. Pingle’s teaching repertoire includes a range of subjects in the field of human resources and organisational development, such as:

• Performance Management
• International Human Resource Management
• Talent Acquisition and Retention
• Employer Branding
• HR Strategy

His teaching is known for blending academic rigour with industry relevance, supported by case studies, simulations, and experiential learning methodologies. He is a keen learner of varied topics like the Indian Knowledge System and Indian History.