Dr. Rajesh Raut
Associate Professor (Finance) & Head – Strategic Centres, Department of Financial Management, MIT School of Distance Education, Pune, Maharashtra, India
IMPARC ID: IMP-MM-MGMT-MH-IND-2026-2292
Profile Summary
Dr. Rajesh Raut is a strategic finance academic, researcher, and SPSS specialist with over 15 years of experience spanning teaching, research, corporate training, and industry–academia collaboration. He currently serves as Associate Professor (Finance) at MIT School of Distance Education, Pune, where he also leads multiple strategic centres focused on business excellence, research, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
He is a prolific Scopus-indexed researcher with more than 22 publications, contributing extensively to domains such as financial markets, sustainability, higher education, and innovation. Dr. Raut has demonstrated strong leadership in building research ecosystems, developing industry partnerships, and delivering high-impact corporate training programs. His expertise includes financial markets, quantitative analysis using SPSS, academic publishing, and business mentoring, along with a strong focus on sustainability and rural development models.
Subject Matter Expertise
Subject Matter Expertise
Business, Finance, Economics, & Law → Finance
• Investment Management
• Business Finance
Business, Finance, Economics, & Law → Business
• Entrepreneurship
Business, Finance, Economics, & Law → Management
• Innovation Management
Business, Finance, Economics, & Law → Economics
• Sustainable Development
Business, Finance, Economics, & Law → Finance
• Investment Management
• Business Finance
Business, Finance, Economics, & Law → Business
• Entrepreneurship
Business, Finance, Economics, & Law → Management
• Innovation Management
Business, Finance, Economics, & Law → Economics
• Sustainable Development
Mentorship Offered
Services Offered
Consulting
• Financial Consulting
• Business Strategy Consulting
• Digital Strategy Consulting
Research
• Scientific and Technical Research
• Market Research
Data & AI
• Statistical Analysis
• Data Analysis
Writing
• Technical Writing
Consulting
• Financial Consulting
• Business Strategy Consulting
• Digital Strategy Consulting
Research
• Scientific and Technical Research
• Market Research
Data & AI
• Statistical Analysis
• Data Analysis
Writing
• Technical Writing
Work Experience Summary
Dr. Rajesh Raut has extensive academic and industry experience, having held multiple leadership and faculty roles across reputed institutions. His career reflects a blend of teaching, research leadership, institutional development, and corporate consulting. He has also actively contributed as a business mentor and corporate trainer, bridging academia with industry practices.
Work Experience
Company Name: MIT School of Distance Education, Pune
Job Title: Associate Professor (Finance) & Head – Strategic Centres
Description: Leading initiatives in business excellence, research, innovation, and entrepreneurship; delivering corporate training programs; building industry partnerships; managing academic and research frameworks; serving as Chief Editor of an academic journal.
Duration: April, 2024 – Present
Company Name: Indira School of Business Studies (ISBS) – PGDM
Job Title: Assistant Professor (Finance)
Description: Taught finance subjects including Technical Analysis, Financial Management, and Portfolio Management; mentored students; managed academic coordination and student activities.
Duration: March, 2022 – April, 2024
Company Name: Modern Institute of Business Management (MIBM), Pune
Job Title: Assistant Professor (Finance)
Description: Delivered finance courses; coordinated research center activities; organized national conferences; mentored students for placements and internships.
Duration: September, 2014 – March, 2022
Company Name: Modern College of Arts, Science, and Commerce, Pune
Job Title: Assistant Professor
Description: Taught financial management and accounting; led student clubs; supported internships and placement preparation.
Duration: July, 2011 – July, 2014
Company Name: Suvision Holdings Pvt. Ltd.
Job Title: Relationship Manager
Description: Promoted financial planning services and built partnerships with financial institutions.
Duration: September, 2010 – May, 2011
Company Name: Sai Ganesh Agrotech Pvt. Ltd.
Job Title: Sales Engineer
Description: Developed market opportunities and promoted agricultural machinery products.
Duration: January, 2007 – June, 2008
Company Name: MIT School of Distance Education, Pune
Job Title: Associate Professor (Finance) & Head – Strategic Centres
Description: Leading initiatives in business excellence, research, innovation, and entrepreneurship; delivering corporate training programs; building industry partnerships; managing academic and research frameworks; serving as Chief Editor of an academic journal.
Duration: April, 2024 – Present
Company Name: Indira School of Business Studies (ISBS) – PGDM
Job Title: Assistant Professor (Finance)
Description: Taught finance subjects including Technical Analysis, Financial Management, and Portfolio Management; mentored students; managed academic coordination and student activities.
Duration: March, 2022 – April, 2024
Company Name: Modern Institute of Business Management (MIBM), Pune
Job Title: Assistant Professor (Finance)
Description: Delivered finance courses; coordinated research center activities; organized national conferences; mentored students for placements and internships.
Duration: September, 2014 – March, 2022
Company Name: Modern College of Arts, Science, and Commerce, Pune
Job Title: Assistant Professor
Description: Taught financial management and accounting; led student clubs; supported internships and placement preparation.
Duration: July, 2011 – July, 2014
Company Name: Suvision Holdings Pvt. Ltd.
Job Title: Relationship Manager
Description: Promoted financial planning services and built partnerships with financial institutions.
Duration: September, 2010 – May, 2011
Company Name: Sai Ganesh Agrotech Pvt. Ltd.
Job Title: Sales Engineer
Description: Developed market opportunities and promoted agricultural machinery products.
Duration: January, 2007 – June, 2008
Educational Summary
Dr. Rajesh Raut has a strong academic foundation in finance and engineering, culminating in a PhD in Financial Management. His education reflects a multidisciplinary background combining finance, management, and agricultural engineering.
Institution Name: Savitribai Phule Pune University
Degree Title: PhD
Field/Description: Financial Management
Duration: – October, 2018
Institution Name: UGC
Degree Title: UGC-NET
Field/Description: Management
Duration: – September, 2012
Institution Name: MGMIMSR, Mumbai University
Degree Title: Master of Management Studies
Field/Description: Finance
Duration: – 2010
Institution Name: CAET, Dr. PDKV Akola
Degree Title: Bachelor of Technology
Field/Description: Agricultural Engineering
Duration: – 2007
Degree Title: PhD
Field/Description: Financial Management
Duration: – October, 2018
Institution Name: UGC
Degree Title: UGC-NET
Field/Description: Management
Duration: – September, 2012
Institution Name: MGMIMSR, Mumbai University
Degree Title: Master of Management Studies
Field/Description: Finance
Duration: – 2010
Institution Name: CAET, Dr. PDKV Akola
Degree Title: Bachelor of Technology
Field/Description: Agricultural Engineering
Duration: – 2007
Awards & Recognition
Dr. Raut has completed multiple professional training programs and refresher courses in finance, commerce, and engineering domains, enhancing his practical and academic expertise.
Title: Financial Markets and Emerging Business Models (ARPIT Course)
Issued By: ARPIT
Issue Date: April, 2020
Title: ARPIT Refresher Course in Commerce
Issued By: ARPIT
Issue Date: April, 2020
Title: Financial Statement Analysis Training
Issued By: Alphabricks Technology Pvt. Ltd.
Issue Date: August, 2014
Issued By: ARPIT
Issue Date: April, 2020
Title: ARPIT Refresher Course in Commerce
Issued By: ARPIT
Issue Date: April, 2020
Title: Financial Statement Analysis Training
Issued By: Alphabricks Technology Pvt. Ltd.
Issue Date: August, 2014
Publication Summary
Dr. Rajesh Raut is a highly active researcher with over 22 publications in reputed Scopus-indexed and peer-reviewed journals, covering areas such as financial markets, sustainability, education technology, and organizational behavior.
Publications
Title: The symbiotic city: when density becomes green
Journal: Frontiers in Sustainable Cities
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3389/frsc.2026.1760474
Publication Date: 2026
Title: Delving into the investment psyche
Journal: Journal of Investment Strategies
DOI: 10.21314/JOIS.2024.009
Publication Date: 2024
Title: VR-CNN-GAN in online learning systems
Journal: International Journal of Information Technology
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s41870-025-02517-w
Publication Date: 2025
Title: Mindfulness matters: unravelling its influence on job demands and emotional exhaustion in remote work
Journal: International Journal of Organizational Analysis
Publication Date: 2024
Title: Fostering perceived wealth among SMEs through green business: unveiling the mediating influence of consumers’ green attitude
Journal: Management of Environmental Quality
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/MEQ-06-2023-0167
Publication Date: 2023
Title: Predictors of continued intention of working professionals for pursuing e-learning courses for career advancement
Journal: Information Discovery and Delivery
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/IDD-11-2022-0120
Publication Date: 2023
Title: Status of Women in Corporate Governance in the Private Sector Companies in India
Journal: Indian Journal of Corporate Governance
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/09746862231172000
Publication Date: 2023
Title: An Examination of the Pricing of IPOs: The Indian Perspective
Journal: 2022 5th International Conference on Contemporary Computing and Informatics (IC3I), IEEE
DOI: 10.1109/IC3I56241.2022.10072855
Publication Date: 2022
Title: Impact of Demonetization on Indian Banking Stocks: An Event Study Methodology
Journal: Indian Journal of Finance and Banking
DOI: 10.46281/ijfb.v8i1.1402
Publication Date: 2021
Title: Performance Evaluation and Comparative Analysis of Selected Public and Private Sector Banks in India Using Balanced Scorecard
Journal: Prajnan
Publication Date: 2021
Title: Short-Run Performance of SME IPOs in Indian Capital Market
Journal: International Journal of Future Generation Communication and Networking
Publication Date: 2020
Title: Designing Businesses for High Potential Villages in Amravati District
Journal: Academic Social Research
Publication Date: 2017
Title: From Chalkboards to Digital Frontiers: Embracing Smart Technology for Education Excellence
Journal: 2023 Second International Conference On Smart Technologies For Smart Nation (IEEE)
DOI: 10.1109/SmartTechCon57526.2023.10391476
Publication Date: 2023
Title: Embracing ICT in academia: adopting and adapting to the new normal pedagogy
Journal: Global Knowledge, Memory and Communication
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/GKMC-03-20230089
Publication Date: 2023
Title: ICT in higher education: learning as usual or a “new normal”?
Journal: Higher Education, Skills and Work-Based Learning
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/HESWBL-03-2022-0058
Publication Date: 2022
Title: Charting the Future Urban Frontiers: An Expedition through Smart and Sustainable Cities via Bibliometric Analysis and Systematic Literature Review
Journal: 2023 Second International Conference On Smart Technologies For Smart Nation (IEEE)
DOI: 10.1109/SmartTechCon57526.2023.10391756
Publication Date: 2023
Title: Unleashing the Power of Generative Artificial Intelligence: Exploring its Boundless Potential and Overcoming Challenges in Academic Environments
Journal: 2023 6th International Conference on Contemporary Computing and Informatics (IEEE)
DOI: 10.1109/IC3I59117.2023.10397917
Publication Date: 2023
Title: Mapping the Research Landscape of ICT and Environmental Sustainability: A Bibliometric Approach
Journal: 2023 7th International Conference On Computing, Communication, Control And Automation (IEEE)
DOI: 10.1109/ICCUBEA58933.2023.10392274
Publication Date: 2023
Title: The Intersection of AI and Blockchain in Education: A Bibliometric and Thematic Analysis
Journal: 2023 7th International Conference On Computing, Communication, Control And Automation (IEEE)
DOI: 10.1109/ICCUBEA58933.2023.10392092
Publication Date: 2023
Title: Mindfulness in leadership research: a performance and temporal analysis of research in the domain
Journal: Global Knowledge, Memory and Communication
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/GKMC-02-2023-0058
Publication Date: 2023
Title: The interplay between psychological empowerment and employee engagement: identifying research trends using SPAR4-SLR process
Journal: Global Knowledge, Memory and Communication
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/GKMC-09-2023-0322
Publication Date: 2024
Title: Internet gaming addiction – a bibliometric review
Journal: Information Discovery and Delivery
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/IDD-10-2022-0101
Publication Date: 2023
Title: Breaking Barriers: A Review of Career Transition Trends for Women
Journal: The Open Psychology Journal
Publication Date: 2023
Title: Unleashing the Power of Feature Selection: Enhancing Data Analysis Through Effective Feature Extraction
Journal: 2023 International Conference on Decision Aid Sciences and Applications (IEEE)
DOI: 10.1109/DASA59624.2023.10286704
Publication Date: 2023
Title: A Study of Green Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Development
Journal: Vidyabharati International Interdisciplinary Research Journal
DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.18370.09927
Publication Date: 2021
Title: Impact of changes in service sector in India in shaping the future of business & society
Journal: Procedia Economics and Finance
DOI: 10.1016/S2212-5671(14)00243-3
Publication Date: 2014
Book Chapters
Title: Designing a Model for promoting Wealth Management in Rural Sector
Journal/Book: Journal on Inclusiveness and Innovation
Publication Date: 2012
Title: Application of VR Technology in the Educational Sector—Opportunities and Challenges
Journal/Book: Transforming Education with Virtual Reality
DOI: 10.1002/9781394200498.ch15
Publication Date: 2024
Patents
Title: Designing and Developing Business and Financial Models for Sustainable Rural Development
Application Number: 202221063314
Title: Data Processing Device to Analyze Financial Awareness of the User
Design Number: 391036-001
Seminars Organized
Title: Skills and Education
Level: National
Institution: PES’s Modern Institute of Business Management, Pune 05
Duration: 30th September – 1st October, 2019
Title: Innovative Business Practices for Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development in India
Level: National
Institution: PES’s Modern Institute of Business Management, Pune 05
Duration: 30th September – 1st October, 2015
Title: Role of Communication in Service Industry during Change Management
Level: State
Institution: Modern College of Art, Science and Commerce, Wing of Computer and Business Studies, Pune 05
Duration: January, 2011
Title: The symbiotic city: when density becomes green
Journal: Frontiers in Sustainable Cities
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3389/frsc.2026.1760474
Publication Date: 2026
Title: Delving into the investment psyche
Journal: Journal of Investment Strategies
DOI: 10.21314/JOIS.2024.009
Publication Date: 2024
Title: VR-CNN-GAN in online learning systems
Journal: International Journal of Information Technology
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s41870-025-02517-w
Publication Date: 2025
Title: Mindfulness matters: unravelling its influence on job demands and emotional exhaustion in remote work
Journal: International Journal of Organizational Analysis
Publication Date: 2024
Title: Fostering perceived wealth among SMEs through green business: unveiling the mediating influence of consumers’ green attitude
Journal: Management of Environmental Quality
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/MEQ-06-2023-0167
Publication Date: 2023
Title: Predictors of continued intention of working professionals for pursuing e-learning courses for career advancement
Journal: Information Discovery and Delivery
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/IDD-11-2022-0120
Publication Date: 2023
Title: Status of Women in Corporate Governance in the Private Sector Companies in India
Journal: Indian Journal of Corporate Governance
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/09746862231172000
Publication Date: 2023
Title: An Examination of the Pricing of IPOs: The Indian Perspective
Journal: 2022 5th International Conference on Contemporary Computing and Informatics (IC3I), IEEE
DOI: 10.1109/IC3I56241.2022.10072855
Publication Date: 2022
Title: Impact of Demonetization on Indian Banking Stocks: An Event Study Methodology
Journal: Indian Journal of Finance and Banking
DOI: 10.46281/ijfb.v8i1.1402
Publication Date: 2021
Title: Performance Evaluation and Comparative Analysis of Selected Public and Private Sector Banks in India Using Balanced Scorecard
Journal: Prajnan
Publication Date: 2021
Title: Short-Run Performance of SME IPOs in Indian Capital Market
Journal: International Journal of Future Generation Communication and Networking
Publication Date: 2020
Title: Designing Businesses for High Potential Villages in Amravati District
Journal: Academic Social Research
Publication Date: 2017
Title: From Chalkboards to Digital Frontiers: Embracing Smart Technology for Education Excellence
Journal: 2023 Second International Conference On Smart Technologies For Smart Nation (IEEE)
DOI: 10.1109/SmartTechCon57526.2023.10391476
Publication Date: 2023
Title: Embracing ICT in academia: adopting and adapting to the new normal pedagogy
Journal: Global Knowledge, Memory and Communication
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/GKMC-03-20230089
Publication Date: 2023
Title: ICT in higher education: learning as usual or a “new normal”?
Journal: Higher Education, Skills and Work-Based Learning
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/HESWBL-03-2022-0058
Publication Date: 2022
Title: Charting the Future Urban Frontiers: An Expedition through Smart and Sustainable Cities via Bibliometric Analysis and Systematic Literature Review
Journal: 2023 Second International Conference On Smart Technologies For Smart Nation (IEEE)
DOI: 10.1109/SmartTechCon57526.2023.10391756
Publication Date: 2023
Title: Unleashing the Power of Generative Artificial Intelligence: Exploring its Boundless Potential and Overcoming Challenges in Academic Environments
Journal: 2023 6th International Conference on Contemporary Computing and Informatics (IEEE)
DOI: 10.1109/IC3I59117.2023.10397917
Publication Date: 2023
Title: Mapping the Research Landscape of ICT and Environmental Sustainability: A Bibliometric Approach
Journal: 2023 7th International Conference On Computing, Communication, Control And Automation (IEEE)
DOI: 10.1109/ICCUBEA58933.2023.10392274
Publication Date: 2023
Title: The Intersection of AI and Blockchain in Education: A Bibliometric and Thematic Analysis
Journal: 2023 7th International Conference On Computing, Communication, Control And Automation (IEEE)
DOI: 10.1109/ICCUBEA58933.2023.10392092
Publication Date: 2023
Title: Mindfulness in leadership research: a performance and temporal analysis of research in the domain
Journal: Global Knowledge, Memory and Communication
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/GKMC-02-2023-0058
Publication Date: 2023
Title: The interplay between psychological empowerment and employee engagement: identifying research trends using SPAR4-SLR process
Journal: Global Knowledge, Memory and Communication
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/GKMC-09-2023-0322
Publication Date: 2024
Title: Internet gaming addiction – a bibliometric review
Journal: Information Discovery and Delivery
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/IDD-10-2022-0101
Publication Date: 2023
Title: Breaking Barriers: A Review of Career Transition Trends for Women
Journal: The Open Psychology Journal
Publication Date: 2023
Title: Unleashing the Power of Feature Selection: Enhancing Data Analysis Through Effective Feature Extraction
Journal: 2023 International Conference on Decision Aid Sciences and Applications (IEEE)
DOI: 10.1109/DASA59624.2023.10286704
Publication Date: 2023
Title: A Study of Green Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Development
Journal: Vidyabharati International Interdisciplinary Research Journal
DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.18370.09927
Publication Date: 2021
Title: Impact of changes in service sector in India in shaping the future of business & society
Journal: Procedia Economics and Finance
DOI: 10.1016/S2212-5671(14)00243-3
Publication Date: 2014
Book Chapters
Title: Designing a Model for promoting Wealth Management in Rural Sector
Journal/Book: Journal on Inclusiveness and Innovation
Publication Date: 2012
Title: Application of VR Technology in the Educational Sector—Opportunities and Challenges
Journal/Book: Transforming Education with Virtual Reality
DOI: 10.1002/9781394200498.ch15
Publication Date: 2024
Patents
Title: Designing and Developing Business and Financial Models for Sustainable Rural Development
Application Number: 202221063314
Title: Data Processing Device to Analyze Financial Awareness of the User
Design Number: 391036-001
Seminars Organized
Title: Skills and Education
Level: National
Institution: PES’s Modern Institute of Business Management, Pune 05
Duration: 30th September – 1st October, 2019
Title: Innovative Business Practices for Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development in India
Level: National
Institution: PES’s Modern Institute of Business Management, Pune 05
Duration: 30th September – 1st October, 2015
Title: Role of Communication in Service Industry during Change Management
Level: State
Institution: Modern College of Art, Science and Commerce, Wing of Computer and Business Studies, Pune 05
Duration: January, 2011