Dr. Lalit Prasad is a Professor at the prestigious Dr. D Y Patil Institute of Management Studies (DYPIMS) in Pune. Holding the position of an approved PhD research guide at Savitribai Phule Pune University, he is also entrusted with the crucial roles of Research Head and IQAC Coordinator at DYPIMS. With over 16 years of rich teaching and research experience, Dr. Prasad has established himself as a prominent figure in academia and industry. As a dedicated professional, Dr. Prasad has conducted numerous national-level training programs, workshops, and faculty development sessions in areas such as Research, Data Analysis, and Analytics. His expertise extends to serving as a regular trainer for esteemed companies, including Minda Stoneridge Instruments Ltd, Mundrisoft Technologies, Advik Hi Tech India Ltd, Pune, Renuka Sugars Ltd, Know IT, and CDAC ACTS, Pune.
Dr. Prasad boasts an impressive publication record with 36 research papers featured in various national and international journals, some of which are indexed in ABDC, SCOPUS, Web of Science, and UGC Care list. With a comprehensive skill set, Dr. Prasad is proficient in programming languages and software tools such as SPSS, SmartPLS, AMOS, R, Python, Tableau, and Power BI. His academic contributions also include authoring two books: "Data Analysis using SPSS" and "Business Analytics - Science of Data-Driven Decision Making." Additionally, one of his case studies has been published by "The Case Center, USA," and he holds credit for two patents.
Dr. Prasad's academic journey is marked by notable achievements, including qualifying for the National Eligibility Test (NET) in Management in 2012 and being recognized as an "Accredited Management Teacher (AMT)" by AIMA, New Delhi. He has actively participated in workshops and Faculty Development programs organized by esteemed institutions like IIM Indore, IIT Roorkee, and IIT Kharagpur. In 2016, Dr. Prasad earned his PhD from Savitribai Phule Pune University, adding another milestone to his academic accomplishments. His educational background includes a master’s in mathematics with Operations Research specialization from Ranchi University, Jharkhand, and a master’s in marketing and human Resource Management from Nagpur University.
Acknowledged for his excellence, Dr. Lalit Prasad was honored with the "Prashastri Patra" as a meritorious student of MBA in 2007 by Nagpur University, showcasing his commitment to academic brilliance and leadership.