Dr Anurupa Ghatge’s teaching philosophy is founded on the belief that education should cultivate not only competent professionals but also thoughtful, ethical, and socially responsible leaders.
In a liberal arts environment, I view business as deeply interconnected with society, culture, technology, and public policy. Consequently, I encourage students to examine managerial decisions through multiple disciplinary lenses and to appreciate the broader impact of organizations on people and communities.
I strive to create an interactive learning environment where students actively engage with concepts rather than passively receive information. Through case studies, simulations, discussions, industry examples, reflective exercises, and experiential learning, I encourage students to analyze problems critically, question assumptions, and develop evidence-based solutions. I believe that effective learning occurs when theory is consistently linked with contemporary organizational practice.
My classroom values curiosity, intellectual openness, collaboration, and respect for diverse perspectives. Recognizing that students bring varied backgrounds and aspirations, I seek to make learning inclusive, relevant, and intellectually challenging. Assessment is designed not merely to evaluate knowledge but to develop analytical thinking, communication, creativity, and ethical judgement.
Ultimately, my goal is to prepare graduates who can navigate complexity with confidence, lead with integrity, and contribute meaningfully to organizations and society. I aspire to inspire lifelong learning, adaptability, and responsible leadership in an increasingly dynamic global environment.
Dr. Anurupa Ghatge is an Assistant Professor at the Symbiosis School of Liberal Arts (SSLA), Symbiosis International (Deemed University), India, where she serves as the Faculty in charge of the Business Studies Program and Career Cell. She is a management scholar, educator, and corporate trainer whose work spans management education, organizational behaviour, human resource management, business sustainability, employee experience, and interdisciplinary liberal arts pedagogy.
Dr. Ghatge's academic and professional career reflects a distinctive integration of scholarship, industry practice, and international engagement. Her research explores how organizations can build sustainable, ethical, and human-centred workplaces in an era increasingly shaped by digital transformation, artificial intelligence, hybrid work, and changing employee expectations. She is particularly interested in understanding the human dimensions of organizational change and in developing management education that prepares graduates to navigate complex business and societal challenges.
Beyond academia, Dr. Ghatge has extensive experience in executive education and corporate training. She has designed and delivered management development programs for professionals across multiple organizational levels at leading multinational and Indian organizations, including Wipro, Mahindra, Godrej, Accenture, and Avaya. She has also led the Communication Management ( MBA ) at Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication PG at Lavale,Pune
Prior to entering academia, Dr. Ghatge worked in international business, exports, and global trade with organizations including Premier Vinyl Trading Corporation, Weikfield Food Products, and Voltas International. Her industry experience in international markets continues to shape her research and teaching, allowing her to bridge academic theory with managerial practice and global business realities.
An advocate of experiential and inquiry-based learning, Dr. Ghatge regularly mentors undergraduate research, develops innovative teaching resources, and collaborates with industry to create meaningful learning experiences that prepare students for leadership in an increasingly interconnected world. Her work reflects a commitment to combining academic excellence with practical relevance, fostering graduates who are not only professionally competent but also socially responsible and globally aware.
