Executive Certification in Investment Banking & Financial Analytics with Corporate Governance

Prof. Rakesh Verma is a senior faculty member at IIM Mumbai, specializing in Analytics, Optimization, and Decision Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Operations Research from IIT Kharagpur, an M.Sc. in Mathematics from Banaras Hindu University, and a B.Sc. from Ranchi University. With over two decades of academic and research experience, he has built a strong reputation for bridging mathematical modeling with real-world financial applications. His expertise is particularly sought after in areas such as Investment Banking & Financial Analytics, where he focuses on predictive modeling, financial time series forecasting, and data-driven decision-making. Prof. Verma has conducted multiple executive development programs, including “Financial Analytics with Time Series Modeling and Neural Networks”, helping professionals gain hands-on experience with the latest tools and algorithms used in the financial industry. In collaboration with industry leaders, he has also delivered custom corporate training for organizations like TVS Motor, Hosur, focusing on optimization strategies and advanced analytics in business operations. At IIM Mumbai, he teaches courses in Predictive Analytics, Optimization Techniques, Time Series Forecasting, and Decision Sciences, with a strong emphasis on applications in finance, risk management, and strategy.

Prof. Hema Diwan is a distinguished academician and Associate Professor in the Sustainability Management area at IIM Mumbai. Her areas of expertise include ESG standards such as GRI, SASB, TCFD, and BRSR, Circular Economy, Corporate Governance, Sustainability Reporting, and Responsible Investing—making her a vital contributor to the Investment Banking & Financial Analytics with Corporate Governance program. Her deep understanding of sustainability disclosures aligns seamlessly with the evolving expectations of global financial institutions that are integrating ESG compliance and sustainability metrics into their investment strategies. Prof. Diwan has successfully conducted numerous training programs for top-tier corporates, including Tata Steel, IOCL, Accenture, Allcargo Logistics, OTPC, and Bharat Petroleum, focusing on ESG certification, industrial safety, risk analysis, disaster management, and Net Zero corporate reporting. Her sessions are widely appreciated for blending theoretical frameworks with real-world case applications, helping professionals bridge the gap between governance policy and financial analytics.

Prof. Poonam Singh is an accomplished Associate Professor at IIM Mumbai, specializing in Public Policy, Governance, and Regulatory Affairs. With a Ph.D. in Economics from Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research (IGIDR) and a deep-rooted academic foundation, Prof. Singh brings a unique interdisciplinary approach that bridges financial analytics with governance and policy design. Her work is especially relevant in today’s investment banking and financial ecosystem, where governance and transparency play critical roles in risk mitigation and investor trust. She has extensive experience in researching and teaching regulatory governance, market structures, and financial policy. Her academic contributions are complemented by active involvement in high-impact regulatory reforms and policy evaluations, making her an asset in the Investment Banking & Financial Analytics with Corporate Governance program. Prof. Singh has published widely in both academic journals and policy forums, focusing on the economic implications of regulation, institutional accountability, and corporate governance. At IIM Mumbai, she leads modules in Governance, Regulatory Strategy, and Financial Policy—ensuring participants understand how governance frameworks shape market behavior, influence investor sentiment, and drive long-term business sustainability.

Prof. Ajaya Kumar Panda is a seasoned academic and financial strategist, currently serving as a Professor in the Finance & Accounting area at IIM Mumbai. With a Ph.D. in Finance, an MBA, and over two decades of experience spanning academia, consulting, and training, Prof. Panda is a widely respected voice in areas of investment banking, financial risk management, and corporate governance. His academic and consulting work focuses on capital markets, valuation, mergers and acquisitions, financial derivatives, and structured financial products, making him an essential pillar of the Investment Banking & Financial Analytics with Corporate Governance program. A specialist in quantitative finance and capital structuring, his sessions bring clarity to valuation models, governance-driven risk strategies, and corporate finance frameworks essential to financial institutions today. His research publications span high-impact journals, covering subjects like volatility modeling, governance efficacy, and financial integration, establishing him as a thought leader in the Indian financial academic ecosystem. At IIM Mumbai, Prof. Panda teaches a broad array of subjects, including Financial Markets, Corporate Finance, M&A Strategy, Risk Management, and Governance Analytics. His modules in this executive program are designed to equip learners with the depth and agility required for dynamic financial environments shaped by governance imperatives and market innovations.