Welcome to the Vedatya Institute.
At Vedatya, we believe that the true strength of any academic institution comes from its faculty, contemporary curriculum and most importantly, the learning environment. A faculty team that brings with it a rich mix of industry-academic experience and is engaged in research and consulting, enables us to offer a qualitatively superior program delivery. Our faculty has authored books and published their research in reputed international and national journals. We are passionate about providing an outstanding student experience. Industry visits, international trips, cultural immersion and involvement with NGOs are all elements that contribute to the student’s overall development during their tenure at the institute. A strong industry interface allows us to draw valuable insights in terms of development of curriculum and also ensures that our program always remain industry relevant.
A new state-of-the-art campus, equipped with all student facilities and an executive education center adds to the student’s experience at Vedatya, making it enriching and rewarding.
Director
Master Course in Business, Temple University, USA
Masters in Tourism Management, IGNOU, India
BSc (Hospitality), Widener University, USA
Hons Diploma (Hospitality) AH&MA, USA
Diploma (Hospitality), (Best All Round Performance Medal), IHM, Aurangabad
Certificate for Teaching in Higher Education, Oxford Brookes University, UK
Prof. Munjal brings in a diverse experience of over 25 years in both industry and academia.
During his early career he worked in management positions in the hospitality and retail sectors
both in India and internationally. Taj Group of Hotels, Aramark Corporation (USA) and Compass
Group are some of the prominent companies he has worked for at various management positions. In
academics, his strengths lie in the domain of ‘Strategic Management’, ‘Operations Management’
and ‘Sustainable Tourism’. He is an active researcher who has published widely in international
and domestic journals of repute in the areas aligned with his teaching interests. His recent
book(s) entitled ‘The Indian Hospitality Industry: Dynamics and Future Trends’ and ‘The Food and
Beverage Hospitality Industry in India-An Emergent Segment’ both published in New York by Apple
Academic Press have received an overwhelming response.
He has been associated with Vedatya Institute for over fifteen years and has held various
positions during his tenure at Vedatya prior to being elevated to his current role as Director
since 2014.
Associate Dean and Professor
Pursuing Data Analytics in Business and Blockchain Technology and Cryptocurrency, IIT, Madras.
Ph.D. Management, Bhagat Phool Singh Mahila Vishwavidyalaya, Sonipat, Haryana
Masters in Finance and Accounting, Central College, Bangalore
B. Com, Bangalore University
UGC NET (Management) Qualified
Prof. (Dr.) Anita Sharma has worked with Presidency University, School of Management, Bangalore,
and prior to that she worked with IITM, New Delhi, and K.R Mangalam University, Gurgaon. She has
been into teaching and research for the past 14 years. She has also worked with corporate under
the domain of accounts and finance for 4 years. Other than teaching she has played various other
roles like Personal counselling, Industry-academia tie-ups, Training & placement, and
students welfare activities. She was an active member of the editorial board and IQAC. She has
worked for NAAC accreditation and assessment for some of the institutes.
During her tenure in corporate, she also went through the training of SAP in Finance &
Controlling module with SAP Germany way back in 2008. Her research areas are crowdfunding,
Social Media Marketing, and Behavioural finance. She has a good number of publications in
national and international journals of repute. She has participated in and presented a various
research papers in conferences held at the national and international levels. She also has a few
patents to her credit with Australian and South African Intellectual Property rights.
Head of School | Hospitality & Tourism Management
Professional course in Hotel Management and Catering technology (full time 3 years) from Indian Institute of Hotel Management, Aurangabad (Taj Group of Hotels). Additionally, a (full time 1-year) fast
track management trainee program.
Diploma in Hospitality Management from American Hotel & Motel Association (AH&MA) USA
Diploma in Teaching and Training – International Vocational Qualification from City &Guilds UK – Got a Distinction and was felicitated by the council.
Certificate level course “Leaders of Learning” from HarvardX: Harvard online education arm.
ICF (International Coaching Federation) accreditation at PCC (Professional Certified Coach) level (500+ coaching hrs.)
Master Trainer “Extended DISC System – Personality Profiling” by Yukka Sappien (a psychometric assessment tool) in India with a CEDA (Certified Extended DISC administrator) certification
“Phillips ROI Method of Evaluating HR Interventions” from ROI Institute Inc
Author “The Alchemy of Coaching: Maximize self & team performance as first-time managers”
Research Paper:
Empirical Study on the power of coaching in the VUCA environment
Research Paper:
Gender Micro Aggressions in corporate India – WomenLead
Anila is an internationally certified L&D leader with 26+ years of professional experience
in various facets of adult learning across industries, geographies and assignments as well as an
ICF accredited PCC level executive coach. As a seasoned learning professional, Anila has
successfully and effectively combined her experience in facilitation, psychometric assessment,
L&D operations, executive coaching, and L&D consulting for business and P&L impact,
with a global perspective. Over the span of her career, she has gained both experience and
competence in leading the complete lifecycle of learning.
Her range of exposure allows both benchmarking and cross pollination of ideas for new learning
approaches to impact our students learning experience and development. Her uniqueness lies in
the fact that she has a rare combination of on one hand a deep understanding of the learning and
coaching processes and on the other hand an understanding of business and P & L with a
special interest in technology led learning.
She has been associated with IIMT- Oxford Brooks University: Vedatya as an assistant professor
for the hospitality school and with Sushant University as visiting faculty for Soft Skills
training for the MBA, MCA, BBA as well as Hotel graduates. Worked with Raffles University
students on behavioural skills and DISC assessments for the students of The Shri Aspen
Leadership School – a collaboration of The Shri Ram school, Aspen group, Snow Leopard adventures
and the Aspire group. With City & Guilds created Contact Centre Certificate Level
Qualification and with AIMA created the “Business communication Module” for AIMA MBA course
among others.
Anila is an alumnus of IHM- Aurangabad and worked with Taj Group of hotels in her initial
career journey.
Head of School | Culinary Excellence
MBA, Birmingham City, UK
BSc in Hotel Management, IHM, Lucknow
Certificate of Teaching in Higher Education, Oxford Brookes University, UK
Certified Food Handler from Whitbread Academy, NEC Birmingham, UK
Sanjay Sharma is a certified hospitality professional from Oxford Brookes University, UK and has
over 18 years of work experience in the hospitality industry and academia. A graduate from the
Institute of Hotel Management, Lucknow, he brings rich national and international work
experience. Sanjay upgraded his education and honed management skills through an MBA from
Birmingham City University, Birmingham, UK and subsequently worked with Whitbread, UK at various
positions.
His first academic interface was with IHM PUSA, New Delhi and some of the prominent names that
he was associated with include Taj Group of Hotels, The Park, Apeejay Surendra Hotels, Premier
Inn, UK, Whitbread, UK, Brewers Fayre, UK, and IIMT Oxford Brookes University. He is also a
certified food handler from Whitbread Academy, Birmingham, UK.
Sanjay Sharma is also an avid researcher, published books, presented papers in International
conferences and has published widely in the area of gastronomy, culinary heritage, slow food and
culinary tourism.
Head of School | Design & Creative Arts
International Recognition: Honored by Micol Fontana Couture in Florence, Italy.
Design Thinking Champion: Acclaimed in Vietnam for her expertise.
As a member of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) she collaborates on impactful design initiatives nationwide.
Dr. Manika Walia is a distinguished leader in design education with over 25 plus years of experience in the higher education sector. As an innovative Academic Director, she has spearheaded initiatives that have transformed learning environments, empowering students to reach their full creative potential. Her leadership philosophy revolves around consensus-building and fostering strong relationships with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds.
Dr. Manika Walia has significantly contributed to the Ministry of Textiles and the Ministry of Science and Technology through her role as Chief Research Associate for research projects focused on Indian heritage, culture, and indigenous processes. She has also served as an Advisory Designer for the Indian Ministry of Home Affairs, helping standardize certificates for the highest Gallantry awards.
A sought-after expert, she has been selected as a jury member for the International Jury Board of the Vietnam VMARK Design Award and recognized globally for her work. Dr. Walia has pioneered innovative curricula that integrate design with liberal arts, fostering fresh ideas and dynamic growth in both fields. Her academic leadership has helped the youth of India access opportunities at prestigious universities like RMIT, PRATT, and BATH, UAL as well as enter leading industries.
Her accolades include the Excellence in Design, Research & Development award by the Research Society of India, the Catalyst Women Leader for Change award from I CAN Foundation, and recognition as an outstanding academic leader by IBAE in 2019. Dr. Walia has also been honoured for her contributions to academia and industry collaboration at the Global Education Awards and has led transformative workshops in Italy and Vietnam, among other accomplishments.
Her visionary work continues to influence the evolution of design education, with a deep commitment to integrating design and technology for the betterment of global education.
Associate Professor
Pursuing PhD (Hospitality Management) from SaiNath University, Ranchi
Masters in Hospitality Management from Sai Nath University, Ranchi
Diploma in Hotel & Catering Management, International Institute of Hotel Management, Kolkata
Debpriya De, Associate Professor at Vedatya Institute, completed his Diploma in Hotel Management
from IIHM Kolkata. With a total of 24 years of work experience, he boasts 10 years of experience
in various operational roles within the industry and 14 years in academia.
He has worked with some of the prestigious hotels & restaurants in India, namely Carlson
India Ltd, The Park Hotels, The Choice Group, etc. He spearheaded the food and beverage
operations of Picadilly Hotels & Resorts before moving into education. His last teaching
assignment was with UEI Global as Head Academic Coordinator.
Associate Professor
Post Graduate in English, HP University, Shimla
BA, Delhi University
BSc in Hotel
Management, IHM Gwalior
Certificate of
Teaching in Higher Education, Vedatya Institute
Rekha Sharma has over 15 years of enriched experience in the hospitality industry and academics,
with almost 7 years in hotel kitchen operations and 8 years in academics. She rediscovered her
passion for the science of baking and the art of designing. Specialising in Chinese Cuisine, she
stresses on the importance of using fresh ingredients in every dish which can enhance the
gastronomic values.
She has published a research paper on Skill Development through training and has co-authored a
research paper on Culinary skills as well.
She has worked with some of the prestigious hotels & colleges in India, namely Hyatt
Regency, ITC Marriot Welcome, Holiday Inn, JayPee Palace, SRM University, IILM Gurgaon and UEI
Global.
In Hyatt Regency, Rekha was a part of the core team responsible for opening their speciality
restaurant, The China Kitchen. Here, she gained immense knowledge and experience under the able
guidance of the well – known international Chefs. In her capacity as CDP she has done menu
planning for various functions. She has also successfully executed “Train the trainer”
programme.
In IIHM Delhi, Rekha has done budgeting, planned various theme lunches and food festivals apartf
rom her duty as the HOD food production. Here too, training the students on the intricacies of
food production (both theory and practical) was her core responsibility.
Assistant Professor
Pursuing Masters in Travel & Tourism Management from IGNOU
Degree in Hotel Management from Kurukshetra University
Ms. Geetika Manchanda has over 10 years of experience working in the industry with an expertise in Digital Marketing Domain.
She started her career as an E-commerce Coordinator with The Park Group of Hotel, New Delhi and
thereafter moved on to JHM Group of hotels she held various operational and decision making
positions. Her last tenure was with The Accor Group of Hotels, Aerocity as an Assistant Manager-
Digital Marketing.
Assistant Professor
Masters in Hospitality Management, J.S. University, Uttar Pradesh.
BSc Hospitality Management, IHM Gwalior.
Pushpender Yadav has over 11 years of overall job experience, 7+ of which have been in industry,
and 3+ of which have been in academia. He has worked in supervisory role with The Oberoi Hotel
Gurgaon and team associate role with Jaypee Hotel Agra, two renowned hotel brands in India.
After that, He decided to switch from industry to academia and worked as a lecturer for The
Lalit Suri School of Hospitality and Management for more than two years. He is also a WSET Level
1(in wines) and passionate about creativity in service as a topic. He loves to watch cricket and
cook at home in his free time.
Assistant Professor – Food Production
Post-Graduate Diploma, Food Production: Bakery & Confectionery, IHMCS
(B.Tech.), Electronics and Communications Engineering, Suresh Gyan Vihar University
Apurva brings nearly 7 years of experience in the hospitality industry, working for brands like
the Taj Hotels ( Taj Mahal Hotel, Delhi, Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur and other Taj properties).
Her most recent role was with ‘Petite Pie Shop’ as head of Pastry. Apurva is a qualified
engineer (electronics & communications) who chose to follow her passion for a career as a
Chef, she has done a Diploma in Bakery & Confectionary from IHMCS, Jaipur.
Assistant Professor – Food Production
Master’s Degree in Hotel Management from Punjab Technical University
Bachelor’s Degree in Hotel and Tourism Management
Chef Manoj is a passionate culinary enthusiast and his profound love for culinary arts brought
him to the culinary domain of the hospitality industry. A young and dynamic chef with over a
decade of work experience in India and abroad, some of the prominent brands include Carnival
Cruise, The Leela, The Lalit, TGIF, etc.
His research area and interest lie in fostering novel concepts and initiating research and
development in continental cuisine.
Teaching Assistant
Bachelors in Design | National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT)
Ms. Smriti Sinha is a versatile textile designer with a strong foundation in design thinking and
a passion for cultural preservation. Her industry experience, including roles at Asees by
Aakriti and Indus Rugs, has honed her skills in the design process, manufacturing, and product
development.
Ms. Sinha’s commitment to cultural preservation is evident in her work with the Kala Swaraj
Foundation, where she designed a collection inspired by local weaving techniques. This
demonstrates her ability to combine design expertise with social impact.
Her proficiency in design thinking, coupled with her technical skills and creative talent, makes
her a valuable asset to any design team. She is adept at empathizing with users, ideating
innovative solutions, and effectively communicating her ideas.
Overall, Ms. Sinha’s combination of industry experience, design thinking skills, and dedication
to cultural preservation positions her as a talented and versatile textile designer.
Visiting Professor
MBA, IIM Kozhikode
Diploma in Digital
Marketing, NIIT
BCom, Delhi University
Nitika has a work experience of over 12 years in the industry with organizations like Barclays,
HP,
SP Jain and American Express. In her assignment with Barclays as Service Manager – Retail
Liabilities, she headed the customer service and complaints department for the Delhi region and
managed the prestige customer base for Barclays, Delhi. She has also worked with HP in Malaysia
and
SP Jain in Singapore as Account Manager and Business Development Manager respectively. She has
been
associated with institute for the last 3 years, heading the marketing and communications
function.
Visiting Professor
Ph.D, IIT Kanpur
Dr. Mridula Dwivedi has 13 years of teaching experience. She held the position of the Program
Director for M.Sc at Oxford Brookes and Lancaster University programs in India. Her work was
awarded as the best portfolio for teaching and learning by the Oxford Brookes University. She earned a Certificate in Teaching from the Lancaster University.
She has published her papers in International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management,
Research Methods for Business Students, Asian Education and Business Studies, Information
Technology and Tourism among others. She has presented papers at IIM Lucknow, EuroCHRIE Leeds, University of Modena, Italy etc. She is a reviewer with the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. She has a gold medal for standing first in MA Economics at Banasthali Vidyapith. Her research interest focuses on use of social media in business.
She also maintains a travel blog and visited 32 countries till date. In her blogging/social
media journey she has worked with Spain Tourism Board, Tourism Authority of Thailand, Jordan Tourism Board and companies like Singapore Airlines, Air Arabia, Taj Safaris and many more.
Visiting Professor at Vedatya’s School of Design and Creative Arts
Yashika Munjal brings a wealth of experience to Vedatya’s School of Design and Creative Arts.
SShe has a diverse background as a foundation facilitator as well as a design researcher with the Crafts Council UK in London, focusing on addressing microaggressions and racism in craft and design. Yashika has also facilitated interdisciplinary design and craft workshops at D-Labs Design and Architecture Catalyst, mentored students, and taught disadvantaged groups in London.
Her curatorial experience includes managing a successful craft and jewelry exhibition in Central London, and she has worked as a studio assistant, helping in the production of commissioned pieces and teaching pottery. As the founder of Studio Yashika Munjal in India, she collaborated with designers and craftsmen on award-winning projects. Her work has been recognized internationally, with several prestigious awards and nominations, including the KOKUYO Design Award and the ELLE Deco International Design Award.
Yashika has exhibited her work in renowned venues such as Goldsmiths, University of London, and
Dutch Design Week, and her projects have been featured in prominent design publications. She
holds a Master’s in Design from Goldsmiths, University of London, and a Bachelor’s in Lifestyle & Accessory Design from the National Institute of Fashion Technology, Kangra.
Visting Professor at Vedatya’s School of Design & Creative Arts
Kshitij Bahl is a seasoned architect and educator with a passion for innovative design and
sustainable practices. With a Master’s degree from the prestigious Politecnico di Milano and a
Bachelor’s degree from Sir JJ College of Architecture, Kshitij brings a strong theoretical
foundation and practical experience to his role.
As a Co-Founder of K+A Architecture Mill, Kshitij has been at the forefront of residential
architecture and interior design projects. Additionally, Kshitij’s work as a Consigned Artist
and
Architect has exposed him to diverse creative challenges and opportunities.
With a strong command of various design software and fluency in Hindi, English, and Italian,
Kshitij
possesses a versatile skill set that enables him to collaborate effectively with clients and
colleagues from different backgrounds. His impressive achievements, including a Merit
Scholarship
and multiple awards in design competitions, highlight his dedication and talent.
Visiting Professor
MBA (Finance), Nagpur University
Certificate of Teaching in
Higher Education, Oxford Brookes University, UK
Rati has 10 years of teaching experience and prior to joining Vedatya Institute, she was working
with Institute of Professional Excellence and Management, Ghaziabad. She has been with Vedatya
Institute for last 5 years. Her expertise lies in elements of Business law, Foundations of
Business,
Business in Context, Ethics in Business, International Business and Marketing, Advertising, and
Consumer Behavior.
Housekeeping & Accommodation Management | Assistant Professor
Bachelors in Hotel management Masters In Hospitality & Tourism Management
4 yrs in Industry & 5yrs in academics
Was Associated with IHCL (Taj group of hotels) and Carlson Redizor Group of hotels, worked in Properties Taj Ummaid Bhawan palace Jodhpur & Taj Falak Numa palace Hyderabad.
Was a part of Amrita International Institute of Hotel management in Bangalore as lecture of Room division & Business administration management.
Presented the publications on National & International level on the topic like Sustainable tourism, Redefining luxury hospitality sustainable practice and Buddhism Tourism Evolution In Indian Subcontinent.
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. in Management (Pursuing), Galgotias University, Greater Noida
UGC-NET Qualified, Tourism Administration and Management
Master of Hotel Management (MHM), Maharaja Agrasen Himalayan Garhwal University, Uttarakhand
Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Finance, Banking & Marketing, Swami Vivekanand Subharti University, Meerut
Bachelor of Hotel Management (BHM), The Lalit Suri Hospitality School, Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com), University of Delhi
Mr. Yazuvendra Singh has extensive experience in hospitality, tourism management, and academia, with expertise in hotel operations, front office management, financial auditing, and hospitality technology. He has worked with The Lalit, Leela Reservations Worldwide, and Yatra.com, where he gained hands-on industry experience in reservations, revenue management, and customer service.
In his academic career, he has been recognized for his excellence in teaching with multiple Best Teacher Awards and the prestigious MDU Gold Medal. His dedication to education, student mentorship, and industry collaboration has made him a valuable academic leader.
Mr. Singh is an active researcher and innovator, having published multiple research papers in reputed journals and received several national and international patents related to hospitality automation, hygiene monitoring, and customer experience enhancement.
Founder, Vedatya
PhD, IIT, Roorkee
ME, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore
BE (Civil), Visvesvaraya College of Engineering, Bangalore
Dr. Ramesh Kapur, along with the other partners, was instrumental in promoting a company in 1972, called Unitech Ltd. Unitech is now one of India’s largest Real Estate, Construction, and Hospitality ventures. This conglomerate is a true entrepreneurial venture that started with an initial investment of merely Rs. 50,000. By the time Dr. Kapur divested his interest in Unitech in late 2005, this initial investment had been converted to Rs. 700 crores in revenue.
During his 33-year tenure as Promoter Director of Unitech Limited, Dr. Kapur first led Unitech’s expansion in the southern part of India on various construction projects and then went to Libya in 1978 to spearhead the company’s first international construction assignment. He also lead Unitech’s foray into the Hospitality industry with the conception, inception and operation of Radisson Delhi in 1998 with an outlay of Rs. 90 crores. Under his leadership as the Managing Director of Radisson Delhi, the hotel has established itself as the Carlson group’s flagship hotel in India. In short, Dr. Kapur’s business acumen and leadership has been one of the key factors in growing Unitech’s revenue from Rs. 20 lakhs in 1983 to Rs. 700 crores in 2005.
In 2008, Senior Editors of Business Sphere Magazine, awarded Dr. Kapur the “Hotelier of the Year” title.
Managing Promoter, Vedatya
MBA, The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, USA
MS (Electronics Engineering), University of Southern California, USA
BS (Electronics Engineering), Arizona State University, USA
One key business lesson that Amit has learned through his career is that it’s a person’s incompetence that gets him into trouble. And it’s the person’s lack of ability to identify this incompetence that gets him into even more trouble.
He therefore focuses his effort at Vedatya on his dwindling list of competencies that include marketing, business development, and effective use of technology to serve a business purpose.
Amit’s past experiences include designing microprocessors and computer systems at Intel in the Silicon Valley in California, working in a marketing and business development entrepreneurial role in a mid-cap semiconductor company, and being an apprentice to a CEO of a $300 million revenue company across multiple roles. He also worked at a venture capital firm based out of Philadelphia, USA, where he advised the principal investor on investment strategies for Information Technology start-ups.
He is extremely committed to the concept of providing not just good quality education, but also applied skills that are immensely helpful for success in the real world.
Amit has also been living his life with the goal of pushing boundaries as an introspective tool. He is an endurance athlete (has completed an Ironman, climbed high altitude mountains in South America, ran ultra marathons, and swam for 10k), is learning Indian classical music (an inspiration from his two sons) and wants to learn more about human psychology.
He relates to the quote “Reality continues to ruin my life” by Calvin & Hobbes.
Prof. Abad Ahmad | Ex Pro-Vice Chancellor, Delhi University
Prof. Sandeep Munjal | Director, Vedatya Institute
Dr. Shrikant Gupta | Director, NIUA
Mr. Robert Fox | Vice President, Human Resources, Carlson Hospitality Worldwide
Mr. Rohit khattar | Managing Director, Old World Hospitality (India) Pvt. Ltd.
Mr. Sandeep Gupta | Executive Director, Choice Hospitality (India) Pvt. Ltd.
Mr. Manav Thadani | Managing Director, HVS International
Mr. Sandeep Tyagi | Consultant