Chota Chanakya
Associate Professor
Learning Facilitator-Human Resource Managemen
priyanka.darekar@indiraigsb.edu.inHuman Resource Management& General Management
A Conscientious and compassionate human development professional with 15 years of experience in training and development. Dr.Priyanka Darekar is Doctorate in Human Resource Management,MBA (HRM) and B.Sc Biotechnology. She has around 15 years of experience in Academics, Research and Training. Her areas of Interest include subjects like Organizational Behavior, Business Research Methods, Human Resource Management, Strategic Management,Essentials of Psychology. A certified Assessment professional , certified Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming and certified Psychometric Test Professional by Middle Earth HR . She is a member at Pune Management Association and NIPM (National Institute of Personnel Management). She has received the Business Leader of the Year Award-Category-Outstanding Faculty in HR at the WHRD Congress, Taj Lands and Indira Academic Jewel in the year 2011. She was appointed as the official primary evaluator for Toycathon 2021 organized by AICTE and Ministry of Education, Innovation Cell. She is an Editor for the book series titled “Futuristic Trends in Social Sciences” under Iterative International Publishers (IIP) [USA and India]. Over the years she has gained new insights and adapted the teaching techniques suitable for students with different socio-economic and varied cultural backgrounds.
1) S. Patil, P. Upadhye, S. R. Khandekar, P. Darekar, A. Ghewari and U. Bhattacharya, "Artificial Intelligence and Data Science Approaches to Analyzing Human Resource Management in Hybrid and Remote Work Models," 2024 International Conference on Innovative Computing, Intelligent Communication and Smart Electrical Systems (ICSES), Chennai, India, 2024, pp. 1-6, doi: 10.1109/ICSES63760.2024.10910810.
2) P. Gundawar, N. Anute, P. Darekar, A. P. Narkhede, K. Mehta and P. Kalshetti, "Analyzing the Impact of Semiotic Strategies in Brand Development on Consumer Psychology Using Machine Learning and AI," 2024 Second International Conference Computational and Characterization Techniques in Engineering & Sciences (IC3TES), Lucknow, India, 2024, pp. 1-5, doi: 10.1109/IC3TES62412.2024.10877444.
3) Deshpande, A., Kaul, N., Raut, R. et al. VR-CNN-GAN: utilization of virtual reality (VR) and deep learning (DL) in fostering online learning process in educational systems. Int. j. inf. tecnol. (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s41870-025-02517-w.
4) Presented Research Article on “AI in Education: Transforming Communication, Security, and Management in Smart EdTech Ecosystems” at 3rd International Conference on Communication, Security, and Artificial Intelligence Communication organized by Galgotias University, Greater Noida, India (NCR New Delhi).
5) Pawar, Priyanka & Darekar, Priyanka. (2023) “A STUDY ON INDIAN HIGHER EDUCATION SYSTEM AND ROLE OF TEACHERS FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF POST GRADUATE STUDENTS” The Online Journal of Distance Education and e-Learning, ISSN 2147-6454, Vol 11, Iss 2, pp. 1104–1113.
6) Darekar, P. (2022). Unmet Needs of Workforce Diversity Management - The Services Sector Perspective. International Journal of Food and Nutritional Sciences, 11(3), Online ISSN 2320 7876.
7) Darekar, P., & Dr. Priyanka Amol Pawar, Prof. Dr. Charulata M. Kulkarni, Dr. Pashmina Shah. (2022). A study on Effectiveness of big data analytics on organizational growth with reference to manufacturing sector. Neuroquantology, 20(19), 1214–1227. https://doi.org/10.48047/nq.2022.20.19.NQ99113, Online ISSN 1303-5150.
8) Darekar, P., & Mehtha, V. (2022). “A Study On Workforce Diversity And Its Impact On Organizational Culture With Special Reference To Service Sector Organizations” - A Theoretical Framework. International Journal of Food and Nutritional Sciences, 11(3), Online ISSN 2320 7876.
9) Tatake, V., & Darekar, P. (2021). EMERGING STRONGER FROM THE PANDEMIC: THE INDIRA WAY. Sambodhi, UGC Care Approved Indexed, Peer Reviewed and Referred Journal, 44(4(1)), ISSN: 2249-6661.
10) Darekar, P., & Mehtha, V. (2021). Decoding organizational culture propagated through diverse teams - Pacing towards agile workplaces. International Journal of Future Generation Communication and Networking, Australia, 14(1), ISSN: 2233-7857IJFGCN.
11) Jha, T., Bhat, C., Kaur, K., & Darekar, P. (2020). Innovation Strategies to Cope Up with Globalization: How to Market Digital Nomads. Journal NX-Multidisciplinary Peer Reviewed Journal, NCIBS-2020, ISSN: 2581-4230.
12) Darekar, P., & Mehtha, V. (2020). Workforce Diversity and its Impact on Organizational Culture: A Literature Review. AMIERJ a Peer Reviewed Multidisciplinary Journal, SJIF Impact Factor 6.236, Vol IX Special Issues II[Part A], ISSN: 2278-5655.
13) Darekar, P., & Mehtha, V. (2019). “Diversity and Diversity Management: Contemporary strategies in Indian context“. COSMOS, Annual Refereed Journal, Vol. X(No. 1 Part II), ISSN 2249-6408.
14) CAREER ADVANCEMENT OF FEMALE EXECUTIVES IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY - INNOVATIONS IN ORGANIZATIONAL STRATEGIES. (2017). [ISBN 978-93-24457-154]. In P. Darekar (Ed.), NATIONAL CONFERENCE - 2017 “Innovations for Business Excellence “(1st ed., Vol. 1). 025–029.
15) Naik, P. (2012). Role of Human Resource Management in Value Creation: A keen insight in contemporary HR Practices at National Conference [ISSN 2231-5535]. In “Innovations - A new paradigm in Management.”
16) Zagade, A., & Naik, P. (2011). “Employee Engagement & Connectivity: Role of HR Leaders in the Present context” [ISSN 2231-5535]. In International HR Colloquium and Research Conference: HR Redefined (1st ed., Vol. 1). Pune.
17) Naik, P. (2011). “Talent Retention Framework (TRF) in Information Technology Industry - Management Strategies in turbulent times” [ISBN 978-81-921739-8-6]. In Business Management in Turbulent Times (1st ed., Vol. 1). Pune.
1] Human Resource Management by VISION PUBLICATIONS, ISBN: 978-81-947753-1-7
2] Strategic Human Resource Management by SUCCESS PUBLICATIONS, ISBN: 978-93-86951-45-8
3] HR Operation by SUCCESS PUBLICATIONS, ISBN: 978-93-86951-46-5
Authored edited Chapter titled “Rethinking Workforce Diversity: The Indian Service Sector Organizations” in the Book,” New Age Challenges and Opportunities in Social Science" with ISBN -978-93-93364-31-9
Received the Business Leader of the Year Award-Category-Outstanding Faculty in HR at the WHRD Congress, Taj Lands on 21st March 2022
Received the Indira Academic Jewel Award presented by Indira Group of Institutes in September 2011
1] PhD in Commerce and Management Savitribai Phule Pune University [May 2022]
2] SET in Management [Dec 2013]
3] MBA in Human Resource Management
4] B.Sc (Biotechnology)
Member of NHRDN, Pune Management Association and PRME[Principles for Responsible Management Education]
1] Conducted an Outdoor Management Training Program for VVCE, Mysore
2] Conducted a Developmental Centre for established Insurance company. The assignment involved: Assessing employees’ competencies on prescribed tool matrix; giving feedback; Consolidation of observations, interpretation and preparation of reports and developing Individual Development Plans. It was conducted at Mumbai on 23rd and 24th of January 2023.
Served as a Session Chair at 4th International Conference on Technological Advancements in Computational Sciences, Amity University, Tashkent City, Street Labzak, Building-70, 100028, Uzbekistan.
Dr. Priyanka Darekar was invited as a Guest Speaker at the Government College for Women, Cluster University, Srinagar. She delivered a session on "Career Planning" for the Students of Post Graduate Department of Computer Science on 25th May 2023. The students were enlightened on topics like contemporary practices in CV writing, creating and using professional social media profiles, and latest industry trends in recruitment and selection.
Was appointed as the official primary evaluator for Toycathon 2021 organized by AICTE and Ministry of Education, Innovation Cell.
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