Abhijit Dandekar has taken on the role of Head of Corporate Relations at D Y Patil University Vijay Patil School of Management bringing over 18 years of expertise in strategic business development, sales, marketing, and academic placements. Known for his ability to bridge industry and academia, Abhijit will lead initiatives in corporate outreach, placement strategy, student mentorship, and institutional collaborations.
Before this, Abhijit served at KJ Somaiya Institute of Management, where he led the Professional Development and Placements department, strengthening corporate relationships and student development programs. His earlier career includes leadership roles at Yangpoo Executive Education, where he successfully managed partnerships with prestigious global institutions.
Starting his journey in international hospitality management, with stints at hHyattRegency and ITCHotels, Abhijit transitioned seamlessly into the education and corporate development space. His career reflects a blend of operational excellence, people leadership, and strategic foresight, qualities that now position him to elevate DY Patil University’s industry engagement and placement success.
