IIM Rohtak Director Prof. Dheeraj Sharma: Leading a New-Age B-School Built on Vision, Values, and Impact

Dheeraj Sharma, the Director of IIM Rohtak, is redefining the contours of management education in India. Under his visionary leadership, IIM Rohtak is emerging as one of the most forward-thinking and value-oriented institutions among the Indian Institutes of Management. With a focus on innovation, inclusion, and ethical governance, Prof. Sharma is building not just an academic institution — but a movement toward responsible leadership.

Transformative Leadership at IIM Rohtak

When Prof. Dheeraj Sharma took charge as the Director of IIM Rohtak, the institute was operating out of a temporary campus with limited resources. But rather than viewing it as a challenge, he saw it as an opportunity to build IIM Rohtak from the ground up — not only in infrastructure, but in vision, culture, and identity.

His leadership has been rooted in institutional building: shaping an environment that champions intellectual rigor, adaptability, ethical thinking, and a dynamic interface with industry and society.

Curriculum Innovation: Creating India’s Most Forward-Looking IIM

As IIM Rohtak Director, Prof. Sharma has led major academic innovations, launching several unique, future-focused programs such as:

• Integrated Programme in Management (IPM)
• Integrated Programme in Law (IPL)
• MBA electives in entrepreneurship, ethics, spirituality, and positive psychology

These initiatives reflect a broader vision — one that connects classroom learning with real-world relevance, ethical grounding, and global competitiveness.

Championing Diversity and Inclusive Excellence

Under Prof. Sharma’s leadership, IIM Rohtak has set national benchmarks for inclusivity. The institute recorded 78% female enrollment in its flagship PGP program — a first among IIMs. This commitment to gender diversity and equitable representation has become a defining characteristic of the Rohtak campus.

Strategic Growth Aligned with India’s Economic Aspirations

Prof. Sharma aligns IIM Rohtak’s growth trajectory with India’s vision of becoming a five-trillion-dollar economy. Through initiatives in executive education, public policy training, and industry collaboration, the institute is becoming a critical knowledge hub for nation-building. The upcoming Gurugram campus is a strategic move in this direction — extending IIM Rohtak’s impact to corporate corridors and government think tanks alike.

Building Industry-Ready Talent Through Real-World Learning

The IIM Rohtak Director emphasizes experiential and immersive learning. Under his guidance, the institute hosts:

• Guest lectures from top industry leaders
• Live business simulations with real-time data
• National and international management conclaves
• Workshops on entrepreneurship, career resilience, and re-skilling

This strong industry-academia interface ensures that IIM Rohtak students graduate with the skills, mindset, and adaptability needed to thrive in today’s evolving business landscape.

IIM Rohtak’s Vision: Purpose-Driven Expansion Under Prof. Sharma

More than just an administrator, Prof. Sharma is a thought leader shaping the purpose of business education in India. His leadership integrates values, agility, and social responsibility — ensuring that IIM Rohtak grows not only in size but also in impact.

By mentoring students to be ethical leaders with modern skills, the IIM Rohtak Director is building an institution that is globally competitive, nationally relevant, and socially meaningful.