Dheeraj Sharma

IM Rohtak Director | Thought Leader | Policy Expert

Biography

Prof. Dheeraj Sharma has served as the Director of IIM Rohtak since 2017 and is a distinguished academic leader and former Professor at IIM Ahmedabad
He holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration (Marketing Strategy) with dual minors in Psychology and Quantitative Analysis from Louisiana Tech University, USA.

During his tenure as IIM Rohtak Director, Prof. Sharma has overseen major expansions including the launch of the Integrated Programme in Management (IPM), Integrated Programme in Law (IPL), executive and analytics programs, and significant infrastructure growth.
He has also shaped policy and governance as a member of the Economic Advisory Council of Haryana and through advisory roles to various Ministries and institutions.

Prof. Sharma has been recognized with prestigious honors such as the Education Leadership Award (2019) and the Distinguished Global Thought Leader accolade at the AGBA World Congress in 2025. His international academic footprint spans teaching and research across North America, Europe, and Asia.

Leadership in Education

Director, Indian Institute of Management Rohtak (IIM Rohtak)
Former Professor at IIM Ahmedabad
Advisor to Ministries of Defence, Home Affairs, and Corporate Affairs
Contributor to educational policy and institutional reform
Advocate for leadership development and ethical governance
Speaker at national and international academic forums

IIM Rohtak Director

Leading one of India’s top management institutes since 2017
Expanded academic programs including law, management, and analytics
Established international collaborations and student exchange programs
Spearheaded initiatives in digital education and executive training
Focus on discipline, diversity, and academic excellence
Strengthened IIM Rohtak’s national and global visibility

Gallery

A visual glimpse of Prof. Dheeraj Sharma’s journey in leadership, academia, and public service.