A peer-to-peer discussion with the Dean of Faculty and Academic Affairs at Chandigarh University in Lucknow.

🎙️In Episode 94 of the Deans Counsel Podcast, Dr. Rajiv Ranjan, Dean of Faculty and Academic Affairs at Chandigarh University, joins panelists Ken Kring and Dave Ikenberry to share his insights on building a new business school, managing risk and cultivating an environment grounded in collaboration and shared learning.

“It requires a kind of consulting mindset [and an] entrepreneurial mindset,” offered Ranjan on navigating the transition from executive consulting into academic leadership and laying the strategic groundwork for a new institution.

Throughout the episode, Dr. Ranjan highlights a unique blend of classic academic foundations and modern approaches, detailing how his background in consulting shaped his perspectives on leadership, research philosophy and AI literacy.

When discussing how leaders can encourage innovation and crowdsource fresh perspectives across their institution, Dr. Ranjan emphasizes an open approach to new ideas.

“So rather than kind of filtering using a filtration mechanism or a process, it is also a great idea to just flow all the ideas along,” offered Ranjan on fostering a culture of creative problem-solving.

Panelists Ken Kring and Dave Ikenberry engage in an insightful conversation on the strategies, challenges, and practical wisdom required to cultivate the next generation of academic leaders.

🎧 Listen to the full episode here: 👉🏼 

Photos courtesy of Dr. Ranjan

Learn more about Rajiv Ranjan: www.linkedin.com/in/drranjan/