Faculty Professors

Naveen Ganne, MBA


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MBA; Northwestern University – Kellogg School of Management, Evanston, IL
ME;  Texas A&M University – College of Engineering, College Station, TX
B Tech;  Jawahar Lal Nehru Technological University, JNTUCEH, India

Biography
Serial entrepreneur and experienced Business/IT leader. Has a 20+ year track record of consistently helping organizations achieve their business goals with the right combination of Technology, Process, People, and Governance. His Entrepreneurial/Startup mindset has enabled him to successfully manage a broad spectrum of engagements ranging from Global programs to point-based/short term projects.

Ability to manage macro components of a global program in conjunction with strong hands-on background enables him to relate to, and effectively communicate with, all stakeholders of the engagement. It also helps him maintain a  “Big Picture” perspective of the initiative while also having a detailed understanding of the Risks.

Has Extensive experience in ERP implementations across several verticals including Education Industry, Trade Spend processes, Pricing processes, Multi-Level Marketing processes, Cloud and Big data Strategy and Implementation, Systems Integration, Analytics, Entrepreneurship, Product Management, Systems Integration, Mergers, acquisitions, and Divestiture.


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PhD in Computer Science and Engineering, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC
ME in Electrical Engineering, Utah State University, Logan, UT
B Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Hyderabad, India

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Dr. Prasanth Kalakota worked as a consultant, managing Information Systems for various Global Organizations and SC state Government. He has extensive experience in designing business systems for SC DHEC, Prysmian Group, York Technical College, Bayer/Monsanto, and various School Districts in the USA. He is more interested in managing the security systems of an organization and as well as architecting cloud-based systems.


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PhD in Management; Shridhar University; Pilani, India
MAFM; La Trobe University; Melbourne, Australia
MA in Economics; Choudhary Charan Singh University; Meerut, India
Master of Commerce in Marketing; Choudhary Charan Singh University; Meerut, India
DBM; ICFAI University; Hyderabad, India
Bachelor in Commerce; CCS University; Meerut India

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Professor Goel is an accomplished administrator & academician offering 15 years of experience including 13 years teaching experience, which includes 4 years as Director & Professor in reputed business school. A motivator, team player and leader by nature, he has the zeal to do extraordinary things in tight time line. He has made valuable contributions in knowledge management through many international research papers and book on research methodology.

He has presented papers in many international conferences on various contemporary Management issues. He has successfully developed SOP’s for retail and educational industry.

He is a seasoned professional offering extensive exposure in facilitating social and intellectual growth; fully aware of the trends and techniques of the education industry. A highly motivated, dynamic and single-minded individual in pursuit of excellence with a flair for connecting with young minds and nurturing as well as fostering their development to their utmost potential. He has proven expertise in delivering lecture across a range of courses including PGDM, MBA & BBA.


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DBA in Information Systems; Argosy University; Orange, CA
MS in Software Engineering; University of Michigan; Ann Arbor, MI
BS in Software Engineering, University of Michigan; Ann Arbor, MI
BS in International and Automotive Marketing; Wayne State University; Detroit, MI

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Dr. Haddad holds a Doctorate Degree in Business Administration with an Information Systems focus, bachelor’s and master’s Degrees in Software Engineering, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with an International and Automotive Marketing focus. Dr. Haddad is also a certified Enterprise Architect.

Dr. Haddad has conducted postgraduate research to create a model that qualifies graduate students to work on IT projects. The study focused on the top skills needed in a candidate student from the perspectives of professors and IT professionals. Dr. Haddad's research paper was published in the International Journal of Business Marketing and Management (IJBMM) in February 2019.

Dr. Haddad has served as a mentor in the SMART program to help students gain practical experience through real-life projects. Areas of focus include marketing research, market analysis, promotional strategies, and analytics. SMART is a program where real-life experience matters.

Dr. Haddad has also established new programs in the College of Technology and Engineering in Computer Science, Engineering Management, IT, Data Analytics, and Data Science.

Dr. Haddad has been selected to be part of professional societies and leadership development programs, including but not limited to the US Air Force Civilian Leadership Development Program, Boeing Leadership Program, Delta Mu Delta Honor Society, and the Golden Key National Honor Society.

Dr. Haddad has held many positions and roles in the Aerospace industry, including Computer Science, Engineering, Business Analysis, IT and technical Project Management, Systems and Enterprise Architecture, Systems Integration, Software Testing, leading the Flight Software team, and Solution Architect roles. Dr. Haddad has been leading projects and programs ranging from $1 million to $2.4 Billion in budget. Dr. Haddad has been leading projects & programs in modeling and simulations for the Space Force and the Navy.


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DBA; University of Liverpool; Liverpool, England
MA in Information Technology; Webster University; Louisville, Kentucky
MBA; Carleton University; Ottawa, Canada
BSc in Civil Engineering; Kerman Bahonar University; Kerman, Iran

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Although I have built an extensive career in business management and teaching, my journey didn’t begin in these fields. I started as a civil engineer, deeply immersed in the technicalities of construction and project management. I was the one troubleshooting design problems, overseeing large-scale projects, and ensuring everything was completed on time and within budget. My world was grounded in precision and logic, where outcomes could be measured, and every task followed a clear, structured process.

As time went on, my interests began to shift. While I thrived in the engineering realm, I found myself increasingly drawn to helping businesses grow and succeed. This led me to pursue advanced degrees in business and information technology, ultimately earning a Doctor of Business Administration. With more than 20 years of experience, I have authored several books, such as 1000 Tips and Tools for Small Business Success and The Golden Rules of Practical Marketing, providing practical advice for entrepreneurs and business leaders.

Recently, I published my latest book, Mastering Life's Choices: The Pearl Model, which delves into the art of decision-making. The book provides practical tools and insights to help individuals navigate the complexities of daily decisions, drawing from both my academic background and real-world experience.

Teaching became a natural extension of my consulting work. Today, I teach business management and information technology courses. My passion lies in sharing the knowledge I’ve gained and guiding others toward success in their own ventures.

In addition to teaching and consulting, I am constantly exploring new opportunities, from developing real estate projects to public speaking engagements. Whether it’s through my books, lectures, or one-on-one coaching, my goal is to equip others with the tools they need to succeed in today’s competitive landscape.


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PhD in Engineering Management/Operation Research/Strategic Operation Management, MMU, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
MS in Industrial Engineering/SCM& E-Business Technology, Database Management Tehran, Iran
BA in Industrial Engineering/Safety Engineering, Kar University, Qazvin, Iran

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Dr. Tehrani graduated from Kuala Lumpur in 2017 with a Ph.D. in Engineering Management/Operation Research/ Strategic Operation Management. She started teaching in higher education at the graduate and undergraduate levels in 2009. She did work as a national research science and project coordinator in 2000. She is involved in many National projects and program management in IRAN. She has worked in the automotive, semiconductor, and service industries in Asia. She worked in NASA, X- SPACE, Lockheed Martin, and Aviation and Aerospace projects. Also, she is a trainer for self-development and self-actualization. Besides, she also has passed training courses in advanced teaching and communication, financial planning, Customer service, Health and Medical Management, Leadership, and marketing.

Expertise Area: IT and security, Networking and communication, MIS, IT Project Management, System engineering, Human factors and safety engineering, Environment management, leadership, and strategic Decision Making, Organization Management, Data Analysis and Data Science, operation Management, quality management, and six sigma, E-commerce & E- Business, Technology and innovation management, Statistics and data management, logic design and Design Management, Supply chain, logistic, CRM, ERP, MRP, Inventory Management, Database Management.

Dr. Tehrani also served on dissertation or thesis committees from 2009 (qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods). She has hands-on business experience as a problem solver and advanced training in operations management and Lean Six Sigma, continuous improvement (Kaizen), cost control, and optimization since 2000.