Online PGDM in Management with Specializations

Dr. Suresh Srinivasan is a distinguished academic and practitioner at the Great Lakes Institute of Management in Chennai, where he serves as a Distinguished Professor of Strategy and Accounting. He holds a Ph.D. in Strategy from IIT Madras and is a Chartered Accountant and Cost Accountant, having achieved All India Rank Holder status. With over 33 years of experience across various sectors, including manufacturing, banking, and infrastructure, Dr. Srinivasan has held significant roles at organizations such as Emirates Airlines, Tata Steel, and the Industrial Development Bank of India. His teaching focuses on corporate strategy and strategic management, emphasizing the importance of strategic thinking in today’s business landscape. He also manages the PGDM program at Great Lakes and is involved with International Infrastructure Consultants (IIC) as an Associate Director, providing advisory services for infrastructure projects. Additionally, Dr. Srinivasan is a partner at LearnBiz Simulations, which offers simulation-based learning experiences, and he conducts management development programs to enhance strategic capabilities among senior executives. His extensive expertise and commitment to education make him a vital contributor to the field of management.

Dr. Vidya Mahambare is the Union Bank Chair Professor of Economics and Director of Research at the Great Lakes Institute of Management in Chennai. She holds a Ph.D. in Economics from Lancaster Management School, UK, and has a strong academic background with a Master’s degree in International Trade and Finance. Dr. Mahambare has published extensively in high-ranking journals such as the Journal of Policy Modelling and Feminist Economics, focusing on topics like gender and employment, monetary policy, and international trade. She has received several research grants, including those from the Mercatus Centre and the World Bank, to study female labor force participation in India. In addition to her research, she has served on the Expert Committee of the State Planning Commission of Tamil Nadu to draft policies on employability and skilling. Dr. Mahambare teaches macroeconomics and microeconomics in full-time MBA programs and has developed specialized courses for executive education, emphasizing applied behavioral economics. Her thought leadership is evident through over 140 opinion articles in prominent media outlets, as well as appearances on television to discuss economic challenges in India. Her extensive experience and contributions make her a significant figure in the field of economics and management education.

Dr. D. Sriram is a Professor and the Program Director for Sales and Marketing at the Great Lakes Institute of Management in Chennai. With over 28 years of professional experience, he has spent more than 21 years in senior management roles within the energy and automobile industries, contributing significantly to his expertise in marketing and strategy. Dr. Sriram joined Great Lakes in 2013 and has since been recognized for his impactful teaching, including being named the InsideIIM Professor of the Year in 2020. He specializes in core and elective marketing courses, focusing on areas such as customer experience, customer relationship management, and sales distribution strategies. His academic contributions include research on relationship marketing and customer engagement, with several publications in reputable journals. Dr. Sriram's blend of industry experience and academic prowess positions him as a key figure in shaping future leaders in marketing at Great Lakes Institute of Management.

Dr. Vishwanathan Iyer serves as a Senior Associate Professor and Director of Accreditation at the Great Lakes Institute of Management in Chennai, where he specializes in Finance and Accounting. In his multifaceted role, he brings extensive academic expertise to shape the institution's financial curriculum while simultaneously overseeing the critical process of maintaining and advancing the institute's accreditations. This dual responsibility allows him to ensure that the educational standards at Great Lakes align with international benchmarks while delivering high-quality finance education. His position as Director of Accreditation involves strategic planning and implementation of quality assurance measures, working closely with various stakeholders to uphold the institute's academic excellence. Through his leadership, Dr. Iyer contributes significantly to maintaining Great Lakes Institute of Management's reputation as a premier business school in India, particularly in the domains of finance and accounting education.

Dr. Umashankar Venkatesh is a Professor of Marketing at the Great Lakes Institute of Management, Gurgaon. With over 31 years in management academia and educational administration, he has played a pivotal role in establishing several higher education institutions in India. Prior to joining Great Lakes in 2014, Dr. Venkatesh held significant positions including Professor & Area Chair of Marketing at the International Management Institute, New Delhi, and Founding Dean & Professor at GDGWI – Lancaster University, India. He earned his Ph.D. in Management with a focus on Consumer Behaviour and holds postgraduate degrees in Management and Agricultural Economics. His research interests encompass Consumer Behaviour, International Marketing, Responsible Business Practices, and Rural Marketing.