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Academic Board | Narayana Business School (NBS Ahmedabad) 

Shaping the Future of Academic Excellence

At Narayana Business School (NBS Ahmedabad), the Academic Board drives our promise of academic excellence and real-world relevance. Through lively classroom debates – like students thoughtfully weighing the opportunities and challenges of AI in business – our Board ensures every MBA and PGDM program is rigorous, future-oriented, and in step with global demands.
With a 25 year legacy as India’s first business school founded by academicians, NBS, guided by the Academic Board, fuses deep academic knowledge with industry engagement. The Board leads curriculum design, supports research, and champions entrepreneurship and ethical leadership.

Our Academic Philosophy 

The Academic Board at NBS maintains rigorous standards and drives innovation to ensure our institution remains competitive globally

Future-Ready Curriculum

We update programs to reflect Industry 4.0 technologies, new challenges, and trends. Our curriculum builds graduates' skills for business and societal impact by integrating sustainable, socially responsible practices. 

Experiential Pedagogy

Every course includes hands-on learning, such as case studies, industry projects, internships, and global experiences.

Entrepreneurial & Ethical Leadership

We encourage students to innovate, take risks, and start ventures that make a lasting, ethical impact.

Global & Inclusive Outlook

Students come from over 24 states and UTs, with 46% women, creating a lively, diverse learning environment and preparing graduates for global careers. 

Aligned with Global Standards

The Board makes sure all our programs meet the standards of AACSB, AMBA (BGA), and AICTE, putting NBS among the top business schools worldwide. 

Blended Intelligence for Future

A Curriculum that nurtures Blended Intelligence : Human Intelligence + AI + Emotional + Cultural intelligence.

Meet the Academic Board

Amit Gupta

Director/Professor
Department of Finance

Amit Gupta

Director/Professor
Department of Finance

Amit Gupta

Director/Professor
Department of Finance

Amit Gupta

Director/Professor
Department of Finance

Amit Gupta

Director/Professor
Department of Finance

DR. AMIT GUPTA

Founder| Director – Narayana Business School

Qualification

MBA, CA, CFA, MS Finance , Ph.D. Finance

Year of Exprience

24 Years

PROF. ABDUL AZIZ ANSARI

Prof. & Head, Dept. of Commerce Business Studies, Jamia Millia Islamia (Central University)

Qualification

M.Com., Ph.D.

Year of Exprience

36 Years

DR. PURVI GUPTA

Director – Narayana Business School

Qualification

MBA, CA, CPA, Ph.D. Finance

Year of Exprience

23 Years

DR. MOHAMMAD ALI

Prof. Faculty of Commerce, AMU Aligarh

Qualification

M.com (Gold Medalist), Ph.D. (Commerce)

Year of Exprience

43 Years

DR. A. R. TRIPATHI

Professor, Faculty of Commerce, Banaras Hindu University

Qualification

M.Com. (AU), Ph.D. (BHU), MBA (Fin) IGNOU

Year of Exprience

38 Years

PROF. USHA ARORA

Dept. of Business Management, Guru Jambheshwar University of Science & Technology

Qualification

M.com, Ph.D.

Year of Exprience

31 Years

DR. SAMIR GOPALAN

Director – Sysnocri Infotech & MGT. Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Qualification

B.Sc., ,MCA, MBA, M. Phil., Ph.D.

Year of Exprience

26 Years

DR. KUMUD VIVEK

HOD – MBA Department, IIMC Aligarh

Qualification

B. Com., LL B, PGDM, Ph.D.

Year of Exprience

27 Years

DR. GUNJAN AGRAWAL

Prof. SVPG College

Qualification

M. Com., M. Phil., MBA, Ph.D., D. Litt. (pursuing)

Year of Exprience

25 Years

Innovation in Education,
Excellence in Learning

The Academic Board empowers NBS to provide education defined by rigorous standards and practical skills, directly preparing graduates for success locally and globally. Their vision inspires achievement and leadership across all programs. 

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