Chairman
“Education is not plucking of fruits. It is learning to plant trees.”
Management Education in India is polarized between two distant extremes. At one end are the elite institutes which churn out products for the western world, with little regard for Indian needs. At the other end are colleges which teach management like any other course with the primary objective of passing the exams. This situation has led to pseudo employment of our Management graduates. IAME believes that, if India is to realize its dream of being a global leader, it needs managers at all levels, not mearly in the boardrooms. It needs both Entrepreneurs and Intrapreneurs. Also, as an international player, our youth need to become seamlessly connected to the world. What India needs is Indian Management with international perspective, while retaining Indian ethos and values.
Managing Director
“Try hard to get what you like, or you will be forced to like what you get”
Most management institutes in India are more or less clones of one another. Each one of them conducts courses mandated by the affiliated boards and universities with similar syllabi. However, those wishing to pursue management education must look for an institute which not only gives them the facility to obtain a degree, but also make them ready for their careers, not just jobs. We, at IAME, have put in systems which are directed towards this fundamental need of our prospective students. IAME has the largest spectrum of courses from graduate to post graduate levels. We are fully dedicated to Management and Commerce Education only, unlike some others, for whom management is just one of the many streams, which makes them lose the focus. IAME, therefore, offers infra-culture in addition to infrastructure. Our ecofriendly Wi-Fi enabled modern campus is conducive for learning without distractions. Our faculty are a judicious mix of academicians and industry practitioners.
Director – Academics
With over two decades of rich and diverse experience, Dr. Sunil B. Rao stands as a distinguished professional who has seamlessly blended his expertise across Sales & Marketing, Franchise Management, and Higher Education Leadership. A true polymath, his career is a testament to his adaptability, strategic thinking, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
Dr. Rao has made significant contributions to both the corporate and academic worlds. In the business realm, he has been celebrated as a Launch Specialist, having played a pivotal role in introducing iconic brands such as Lux Body Wash, Parle Hide & Seek, BSA, Hercules, EuroKids, and several other preschool ventures. His acumen in trade marketing, distribution strategy, and entrepreneurship development has empowered hundreds of professionals and businesses across India. He has also conducted national-level training on ERP systems (SAP & Oracle), grooming sales teams and entrepreneurs alike.
In academia, Dr. Rao is recognized not only as a leader but also as a mentor and scholar. He has authored over six books and published more than 20 research articles, cementing his place in educational thought leadership. His efforts have earned him prestigious honors, including the “Best Educationist” and “Best Leadership” awards.
A sought-after consultant, Dr. Rao has guided numerous educational institutions in quality assurance, teaching excellence, and accreditation processes. His expertise as an Educational Services Auditor has been instrumental in achieving certifications and accreditations such as NAAC, AICTE, ISO, and RH for several institutions. He has also conducted numerous Faculty Development Programs (FDPs), training thousands of academicians in pedagogical innovation and academic leadership.
He has held key leadership positions including Director of Amity Global Business School, Bangalore, and Principal of Bangalore University-affiliated colleges. Currently, he serves as the Director of the International Academy of Management and Entrepreneurship, Bangalore, where he continues to inspire, mentor, and lead with vision.
Adding a creative dimension to his profile, Dr. Rao is also a certified Reiki practitioner and a state-level cartoonist, reflecting his well-rounded personality and artistic flair.
Whether in a boardroom, classroom, or training hall, Dr. Sunil B. Rao brings a rare blend of strategic insight, academic depth, and inspirational leadership—making him a true asset to any platform he engages with.
The Governing Council members are eminent personalities with invaluable experience, involved in the overall strategies and give directions to the academy. The Council ensures that IAME is committed to the value addition to the society at large and impact the future generation of managers. The Academic Council keeps pace with the changing environment and inculcates appropriate methodologies in curriculum. The council constantly monitors the industry interface and ensures that the right managers graduates from IAME. The council maintains disciplines and grooms the students to face the challenges of the corporate world.
The management of IAME, both academic and administrative, is under the direct command of the Top Management Group. The TMG ensures efficient & effective functioning of the academy, on day to day basis, in line with the guidelines of the Governing Council.