
Dr. Sushant Joshi is an experienced academic administrator, educationist, and institution builder with a strong foundation in engineering, management, and commerce. A founding team member of Chanakya University, he has played a pivotal role in establishing the University’s administrative statutes, governance frameworks, and operational systems. He currently serves as the Founder‑Registrar and Head of Operations at Chanakya University, and is a Member of its Board of Governors.
Dr. Joshi has previously held senior academic leadership roles, including Dean – Administration, Strategy, and Admissions at Jain College of MBA, Belagavi, and Controller of Examinations at the KLS Institute of Management Education and Research. A committed educator and trainer, his areas of expertise span management education, strategy, research, and employability skills. He is also actively engaged with industry, academic, and social organizations, contributing to thought leadership and institutional development initiatives across the higher‑education ecosystem.