Dr. Ajay Patil is an accomplished academician with over 16 years of experience in the field of management education, specializing in marketing. He is currently an Associate Professor and Head IQAC, Indore. His academic journey is marked by a strong foundation in management and marketing, with a Ph.D. in Management from the Institute of Management Studies (IMS), DAVV, Indore, and MBA focusing on marketing from the same institution.
Dr. Ajay Patil has a robust academic and research portfolio, having guided numerous research projects, published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, and actively participated in national and international conferences. His research interests lie primarily in social marketing, consumer behaviour, business ethics, green management, and sustainable business practices.
Dr. Patil has published several research papers in UGC Care-listed and Scopus-indexed journals. Dr. Patil believes in practical, market-oriented teaching. He encourages students to engage with real-world scenarios through case studies, market analysis, and hands-on projects. His teaching style integrates the latest industry practices, focusing on building students' decision-making and analytical skills. He emphasizes continuous learning beyond textbooks, fostering a dynamic classroom environment. The International Association of Research and Development honored him with The Best Teacher Award 2020.
In addition to his academic accomplishments, Dr. Patil has held several key administrative positions and is actively involved in organizing seminars, faculty development programs, and student activities.