Dr. K. Deepika is a committed and visionary academician with over 19 years of experience in management education and academic leadership. she brings a rich blend of academic rigor, administrative acumen, and innovative pedagogical approaches to her role. She holds a Ph.D. in Management Studies from GITAM University, where she conducted extensive research on the work-life balance of women faculty in higher education institutions a subject that continues to inform her empathetic leadership style and student-centric teaching philosophy. Dr. Deepika has consistently demonstrated her dedication to fostering academic excellence and nurturing student potential. Her teaching interests span Human Resource Management, Marketing, Organizational Behaviour, and Strategic Management. She has been instrumental in curriculum development, academic mentorship, and conducting soft skills and personality development workshops. Dr. Deepika is an accomplished researcher, with several Scopus-indexed publications and international journal articles to her name. Her scholarly work covers a wide spectrum of contemporary topics, including artificial intelligence in HR, dynamic pricing strategies in e-commerce, cybersecurity in the financial sector, and consumer behaviour analytics.Beyond academics She has spearheaded multiple student-focused initiatives designed to foster industry-academia collaboration, enhance professional readiness, and cultivate leadership, strategic thinking, and interview preparedness among aspiring management professionals.Her commitment to continuous learning is evident in her numerous certifications from platforms like Coursera and NPTEL, and participation in faculty development programs across India. Dr. Deepika is known for her strong interpersonal and intrapersonal skills, including emotional intelligence, team collaboration, conflict resolution, and reflective thinking qualities that make her an inspiring mentor and transformative leader in the academic community.