Prof. Dr. Chaitanya Niphadkar is a distinguished academician, author, researcher, and thought leader in the domains of Leadership, Change Management, Human Resources, Organizational Behavior, and AI in HR. Since December 2024, he has been serving as Senior Professor and Research Supervisor at a Canadian Public University in the UAE, where he oversees academic programs, supervises research scholars, and contributes to institutional strategy. His teaching and mentorship emphasize transformational leadership and sustainable organizational growth.

Research, Publications & Scholarly Contributions

Prof. Dr. Chaitanya Niphadkar has made significant contributions to academic literature with 8 published books, including influential titles such as The Righteous Path, Compendious Learning & Development, Change Management, Leadership and Change Management, Mastering Work-Life Balance, and AI for HR – A Guide to Automation and Innovation.

His international journal publications span reputed platforms such as IJIRAS, IJOART, IJOAR, IJSER, IJIRT, and IJMBS, addressing themes of transformational leadership, organizational behavior, HR innovation, teamwork, and leadership evolution. He also serves as an Editorial Board Member of the International Journal of Management & Business Studies (IJMBS).

Innovation, Patents & Professional Recognition

In 2025, Prof. Dr. Chaitanya Niphadkar was granted a UK Design Patent for the Power Performer Tool for Organizational Change, demonstrating his applied research impact. He is a Harvard Business Impact–verified Educator, and his work has earned national and international recognition, including being named one of India’s Leading Professors (2023) and receiving a Padma Shri nomination (2024) in the category of Literature and Education.

Certifications, Memberships & Global Engagement

He holds prestigious certifications from Harvard Business School (Sustainable Business Strategy) and the International Correspondence School, UK (Learning & Development). Prof. Dr. Chaitanya Niphadkar maintains active international memberships with the American Management Association (AMA), SHRM (USA), and CIPD (UK), reflecting his strong global academic and professional standing.

Awards, Honors & Academic Leadership

Prof. Dr. Chaitanya Niphadkar is an Honorary Doctorate recipient (Doctor of Excellence) in International Business and Leadership from European Digital University, USA. He is also the Founder of an educational institution partnered with globally recognized universities and an alumnus of Lancaster University, UK.

Eligibility for Most Prominent Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Chaitanya Niphadkar is highly eligible for the Most Prominent Researcher Award due to his sustained research productivity, international publications, patented innovation, editorial leadership, and measurable impact on leadership science, HR transformation, and organizational change. His interdisciplinary scholarship, combined with global academic engagement and recognized excellence in education and research, positions him as a deserving candidate for this prestigious honor.