VPM’s Dr. V. N. Bedekar Institute of Management Studies (DR VN BRIMS) is proud to announce that Dr. Nitin Joshi, Director, DR VN BRIMS, has been conferred with the prestigious ‘Distinguished Leadership in Institutional Development’ Award at the 8th Higher Education Innovation & Technology Summit & Awards, held in Pune on 15th May, 2025. Presented by Plus91 Media, the award recognizes Dr. Joshi’s outstanding contributions and transformative leadership that have significantly shaped the institute’s growth and academic excellence.
DR VN BRIMS, under the visionary Chairmanship of Dr. Vijay V. Bedekar, is a distinguished management institute in Thane, dedicated to nurturing responsible leaders and managers through its unwavering commitment to academic excellence and holistic development.
A seasoned academician and strategic thinker, Dr. Nitin Joshi has been at the helm of DR VN BRIMS since 2014. He has played a pivotal role in shaping the institute’s trajectory through his visionary and strategic leadership. Under his stewardship, the institution has witnessed a remarkable transformation — evolving from a regional management institute into a nationally and globally recognized center of academic excellence.
One of the key indicators of this transformation has been the consistent improvement in student intake (2020), a reflection of both the enhanced brand reputation and student trust in the institute’s offerings. Dr. Joshi spearheaded the establishment of a Ph.D. Research Centre (2021), laying the foundation for a robust research culture that encourages intellectual rigor and faculty development.
Recognizing the importance of diversification and market relevance, he also launched the Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) program (2012), further expanding the institute’s academic portfolio. Under his leadership, DR VN BRIMS has embraced internationalization, with multiple international visits to Singapore and Dubai and collaborations that have added a global dimension to management education at the institute.
Dr. Joshi’s leadership was instrumental in achieving significant academic milestones, including NAAC accreditation (2019) followed by NBA accreditation (2023), solidifying the institute’s commitment to quality and continuous improvement. He has also actively contributed to industry and academia beyond the institute, serving as a Board of Studies Member, University of Mumbai, Governing Body member at various prestigious management institutions and a certified Business Assessor, leveraging these roles to bring in best practices and strengthen the academic ecosystem.
His focus on institutional sustainability is evident in the development of consultancy initiatives, nurturing industry partnerships and knowledge exchange. Through his people-centric leadership approach, Dr. Joshi has succeeded in significantly reducing attrition rates, fostering a culture of growth, retention, and mutual respect among faculty and staff.
Dr. Joshi’s leadership is defined by vision, integrity, and relentless pursuit of institutional excellence. He has successfully built an ecosystem that values innovation, inclusivity, and strategic growth—setting a benchmark in the landscape of management education.
Dr. Nitin Joshi has truly taken DR VN BRIMS to a different level. His journey over the past 11 years stands as a testimony to how transformative leadership can shape the destiny of an institution.
This award is a fitting tribute to his remarkable journey and the transformational impact he has had on DR VN BRIMS. It stands as a testament to how visionary leadership can elevate an institution and inspire lasting change.
