Dr. Hiren Mehta is an Associate Professor with academic and administrative experience across undergraduate and postgraduate management programs. He holds a Ph.D. in Micro Finance from Gujarat Technical University and has completed an MBA in Finance, a BBA in Marketing, and a diploma in Business Entrepreneurship from the Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India. He is also certified as a National Trainer by JCI India.
Dr. Mehta has served in multiple academic roles including Lecturer, Assistant Professor, Head of Department (B.Com), In-charge Principal (BBA), and Associate Professor (MBA). His teaching approach emphasizes innovative instruction methods, student engagement, academic counseling, and technology-enabled learning. He has contributed to curriculum delivery, lesson planning, student project supervision, and academic administration.
His research interests and publications focus on microfinance, women empowerment, entrepreneurship, finance, and the use of digital tools in virtual learning environments. Dr. Mehta has published research papers in UGC-CARE–listed and peer-reviewed journals and has co-edited an academic book on business environment studies. He is actively involved in academic events, conferences, and community-oriented educational initiatives.
Business, Finance, Economics, & Law
– Microfinance
– Banking
– Entrepreneurship
– General Management
Consulting
– Business Strategy Consulting
– Financial Consulting
Research
– Scientific and Technical Research
– Market Research
– Feasibility Study
Writing
– Business & Legal Writing
Dr. Hiren Mehta has over a decade of experience in higher education, progressing through teaching, leadership, and administrative roles. His career includes lecturing, departmental leadership, principal-level responsibilities, and postgraduate teaching, with consistent involvement in student mentoring and academic quality enhancement.
Institution Name: Navyug College, Morbi, Gujarat
Job Title: Associate Professor (MBA)
Description: Teaching postgraduate management courses and providing academic mentoring to students
Duration: September 2022 – Present
Institution Name: Navyug BBA College, Morbi, Gujarat
Job Title: In-charge Principal (BBA)
Description: Academic leadership, curriculum supervision, institutional coordination, and student project guidance
Duration: December 2020 – May 2022
Institution Name: Shree H. N. Shukla Group of Colleges, Rajkot, Gujarat
Job Title: Assistant Professor & Head of Department (B.Com)
Description: Departmental leadership, undergraduate teaching, curriculum delivery, and student performance evaluation
Duration: June 2013 – December 2020
Institution Name: Vivekanand College, Rajkot, Gujarat
Job Title: Lecturer
Description: Undergraduate teaching and student academic advising
Duration: May 2012 – June 2013
Dr. Mehta holds a doctoral degree in Micro Finance supported by postgraduate and undergraduate qualifications in finance, marketing, and entrepreneurship.
Institution Name: Gujarat Technical University, Gandhinagar
Degree Title: Ph.D.
Field/Description: Micro Finance
Duration: 2019
Institution Name: Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDI)
Degree Title: Diploma
Field/Description: Business Entrepreneurship (Open Learning)
Duration: 2012
Institution Name: Shree Sunshine Group of Institutions (GTU)
Degree Title: Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Field/Description: Finance
Duration: 2011
Institution Name: Geetanjali College, Saurashtra University
Degree Title: Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Field/Description: Marketing
Duration: 2009
Title: Outstanding Jaycee Award (Zone Level) – Social Worker
Awarded By: Junior Chamber International (JCI)
Year: 2008
Title: Student of the Year – Excellence All-Rounder Award
Awarded By: Sunshine College, Rajkot
Year: 2011
Title: Outstanding Community Program Award (Gujarat)
Awarded By: Junior Chamber International (JCI)
Year: 2012
Title: Member – Junior Chamber International (JCI)
Role: Active Member, International NGO
Duration: Last 15 Years
Title: Swachhta Action Plan and Sustainable Campus Development Initiatives
Associated Organization: Mahatma Gandhi National Council for Rural Education (MGNCRE), Hyderabad – Ministry of Education, Government of India
Description:
The Government of India is actively promoting the Swachhta Mission across all levels of governance and education. As part of this national priority, the Mahatma Gandhi National Council for Rural Education (MGNCRE), Ministry of Education, Government of India, has undertaken multiple projects under the Swachhta Action Plan (SAP). The institution takes pride in its association with these initiatives and has been engaged in implementing sustainability-driven programs aligned with national objectives.
Dr. Mehta has published research in peer-reviewed and UGC-CARE–listed journals focusing on microfinance, women empowerment, entrepreneurship, and digital learning.
RESEARCH PAPERS
Title: An Overview of Microfinance in India
Author: Prof. Hiren Mehta
Journal: Vidyawarta – International Multilingual Research Journal
Publication Date: April–June 2018
Title: Assessment of the Impact of Microfinance on the Growth of Small Businesses in Kisumu Municipality
Author: Prof. Hiren Mehta
Journal: Research Matrix – An International Referred Multidisciplinary Journal of Applied Research
ISSN: 2321-7073
Publication Date: April 2018
Title: A Case Study on Utilization of Video Clips in Virtual Learning Environment of Accounting
Author: Dr. Hiren Mehta
Journal: Recent Trends – An International Referred & Peer-Reviewed Journal of Multidisciplinary Research
ISSN: 2348-9715
Publication Date: March 2020
Title: A Study on Women as Entrepreneurs in India
Author: Dr. Hiren Mehta
Journal: Printing Area – Peer-Reviewed Research Journal
ISSN: 2394-5303
Publication Date: May 2020
Title: A Study on the Impact of Microfinance Institutions on Socio-Economic Development of Women of Saurashtra
Author: Dr. Hiren Mehta
Conference: ICAARASET-2021 – 6th International Conference on Advance Research in Arts, Science, Engineering & Technology
ISBN: 978-93-90956-53-1
Publication Date: June 2021
Title: A Study on the Impact of Microfinance Institutions on Socio-Economic Development of Women
Author: Dr. Hiren Mehta
Journal: Interdisciplinary Social Studies
ISSN: E-ISSN 2808-5051 | P-ISSN 2808-0467
Publication Date: February 2023
BOOKS / BOOK CHAPTER
Title: Business Environment – 2
Publisher: C. Jamnadas & Co.
ISBN: 978-93-82027-61-4
Publication Date: December 2016