Dr. Sonali Khurjekar
Associate Professor (Human Resource)
Contact:
Email:sonali.khurjekar@imdr.edu
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sonali-khurjekar-0132aaa5
Orchid Id: 0000-0001-8039-0288
GoogleScholar:https://scholar.google.com/citations?pli=1&authuser=1&user=BC-oY0YAAAAJ
Areas Taught:
Human Resource Management, Strategic Management, Business Communication, Entrepreneurship, General Management
Faculty Profile
Dr. Sonali Parimal Khurjekar is an accomplished academic with over thirteen years of postgraduate teaching experience in management education. She specializes in Human Resource Management, Entrepreneurship, Communication, and Strategic Management. Currently an Associate Professor and Head of the Internship Committee at IMDR, Pune, she brings a rich blend of academic insight and industry engagement to her role. Her doctoral research focused on competency management in the healthcare sector. She has contributed significantly to academic literature through research publications, case studies, and co-authored books. Dr. Khurjekar is also a recognized guide for Doctoral program and has participated in several national and international conferences. She has successfully completed the prestigious 45-day residential Faculty Development Programme (FDP) at IIM Ahmedabad, enhancing her expertise in research methodologies and pedagogy. Passionate about student mentoring and academic innovation, she is committed to contributing meaningfully to the field of management education.
Experience
Dr. Sonali Khurjekar has over thirteen years of rich academic experience, having taught at esteemed institutions such as IMDR Pune, Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be) University, and Matrix Business School. Her teaching spans key management areas like HRM, Communication, Strategic Management, and Entrepreneurship. She has led initiatives in curriculum enhancement, academic quality assurance, and internship program coordination. At IMDR, she currently heads the Internship Committee, fostering industry engagement and experiential learning. Dr. Khurjekar has also contributed to Executive MBA programs through the development of self-learning materials and academic content, while mentoring students and guiding research scholars in their FPM journey.
Published Papers:
● Ghanekar, S. Yadav, S. Khurjekar, S. (2024) Synchronising Diversity: Cross-Cultural Communication Challenges in Agile Workforce Management. The Indian Journal of Technical Education, Volume 47 Special issue, 133-139. UGC CARE, ISSN: 0971-3034
● Khurjekar, S. Kaur, R. (2024) Green Growth in e Commerce: Environment Management and Consumer Actions. Journal of Information and Optimization Sciences, Volume 45, | Issue 6, 1823-1842. WoS e-ISSN: 2169-0103
● Kaur, R. Dharmadhikari, S. Khurjekar, S. (2024) Assessing Customer Adoption and Perceptions for AI driven Sustainable Initiatives in Indian Banking Sector. Environment and Social Psychology, Volume 9, Issue 5, Scopus, ISSN: 2424-7979
● Khurjekar, S. Kaur, R. (2023) Performance Appraisal Practices in Indian HEI -A Critical Analysis. Journal of Engineering Education Transformations, Volume 37, Issue 2 , 158-173. Scopus e- ISSN: 2394-1707
● Kaur, R. Khurjekar, S. (2023) Critical Analysis of Financial Security Measures for Educators in Professional Institutes. Education and Society, Volume 1, S issue -1, 152-161. UGC CARE, e- ISSN: 2278-6864
● Shivane, A. Jain, S. Khurjekar, S. (2023) A Critical Analysis of the Blended Learning Methodology. The Online Journal of Distance Education and e-Learning, Volume 11, Issue 1 , 391-403. UGC CARE. e-ISSN: 2147-6454
● Kaur, R. Khurjekar, S. Dharmadhikari, S. Borawake, H. (2022) A Study of Change in Policies by the RBI for Controlling Inflation and Promoting Growth. International Journal of Food and Nutritional Sciences, Volume 11, S Issue 3, 3459-3481. UGC CARE, e-ISSN: 2320 1775
● Khurjekar, S. (2020) A Study to Explore the Future of Homeschooling as an Alternative Education Method in India. Shodh Sanchar Bulletin, Volume 10, Issue 40, 86-92. UGC CARE ISSN: 2229-3620
● Sankaye, B. Khurjekar, S. (2019) A Study to Analyze HR practices for the Nursing Auxiliary in Private Hospitals. International Journal of Innovative Knowledge Concepts, Volume-VII, Issue-1, 28-33. UGC CARE ISSN: 2454-2415
● Sankaye, B. Khurjekar, S. (2018) Role of Nursing Auxiliary in the Dynamic Environment of the 21st Century Hospitals. International Journal of Innovative Knowledge Concepts, Volume-VI, Issue-12, 216-220. UGC CARE, ISSN: 2454-2415
Books:
● Das, G., Shetty, S., & Khurjekar, S. P. (Eds.). (2023). Appreciating Organization’s Biggest Assets: Cases in human resource management. DES-IMDR. ISBN 978-81-950739-1-7
● Shetty, S., Khurjekar, S. P., & Potdar, P. (Eds.). (2023). Millets: Nature’s nutri-grain. DES-IMDR. ISBN 978-81-950739-9-3
● Khurjekar, S. P., & Datar, R. (2024). The Art of Governance: Dharmasastra in Modern Leadership. In N. Desai, D. Bagade, & S. Mainkar (Eds.), NITI: Navigating Indian traditions in industry (pp. 57–68). DES-IMDR. ISBN 978-81-950739-8-6
Case Studies:
● Kalse, A. Khurjekar, S. et all. (2023) Strategic Turnaround in Fintelect. AIMS Journal of Management, Volume 9, Issue 1 255-261. UGC CARE, ISSN: 2395-6852
● Shivane, A. Khurjekar, S. Bhatkar, S. (2022) Strategy for Success: The Kalyan Bhel Case Study. International Journal of Food and Nutritional Sciences, Volume 11, S Issue 1 3164-3169. UGC CARE, e-ISSN: 2319 1775
Conferences and Paper Presentations:
● Kaur, R. Khurjekar, S. Shetty, S, Das, G. (2025) Wearables in Healthcare: A Study of Patient Perceptions, Usage, and Barriers to Effective Integration. International Conference on "Innovating for Impact: Digital Technologies for Public Administration, Engineering Application, Environmental Protection, Sustainable Business Operations, and Healthcare
● Shetty, S. Khurjekar, S. (2025). Skill development for Smart City Initiatives -Identifying Key Skills and Evaluating Existing Upskilling Programs in Context of GCC. National Seminar on Viksit Bharat @2047: Digital Public Infrastructure for Smart Cities.
● Khurjekar, S. Kaur, R. (2024). Green Growth in e Commerce: Environment Management and Consumer Actions. International Conference on- Digital Intelligence for Sustainable Business Innovation and Economic Diversification.
● Mehta, S. Khurjekar, S. Das, Gopa. (2024) From Local to Global: Bharat’s Journey in Agile Workforce Management for The IT Sector. International Conference on Viksit Bharat 2047: Pioneering Transformation and Shaping Global Business Landscape.
● Ghanekar, S. Yadav, S. Khurjekar, S. (2024). Synchronising Diversity: Cross-Cultural Communication Challenges in Agile Workforce Management. International Conference on Viksit Bharat 2047: Pioneering Transformation and Shaping Global Business Landscape.
● Shivane, S. Khurjekar, S. Desai, N. Operational Excellence as a Catalyst for Global Competitiveness: The Repos Energy Experience. International Conference on Viksit Bharat 2047: Pioneering Transformation and Shaping Global Business Landscape.
● Kaur, R. Khurjekar, S. (2022) Work from Home or I Quit! is Retention the New Challenge in Next Normal? International Conference on “Fostering Resilient Business Ecosystems and Economic Growth: Towards the Next Normal” ISBN: 978-81-950596-1-4
● Kaur, R. Dharmadhikari, S. Khurjekar, S. (2022) Artificial Intelligence Powered Banking Products and Services: Customers Usage Review. International Conference on “Global Conference on Emerging Technologies, Business, Sustainable Business Practices and Social Well-being”
● Khurjekar, S. (2021) A Study to Analyze the Employee Engagement Policies Adopted by Organizations during and post COVID-19. International Conference on Emerging Markets
● Khurjekar, S. Rishipathak, P. (2014) B-Schools in India - Problems, Prospects and Challenges. International Conference on “Management Education: Achieving Global Standards and Recognition” ISBN 978-81- 926903-0-8
Awards and Recognition:
● Recognized during DES Founders’ Day celebrations for successful completion of the prestigious 45-day residential Faculty Development Programme at IIM Ahmedabad, reflecting academic excellence and commitment to continuous professional development.