Academic Leadership
OUR FACULTY
ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP
Dedicated Educators & Academic Professionals
Dr. Amrita Singh
HOD Chemistry
Designation: Assistant Professor
Qualifications: Ph.D., M.Sc.(Chemistry), B.Ed., PGD Bionanotechnology
Additional Roles: Science Coordinator | Incubation Cell Incharge | Convenor Research Committee
Academic Profile
Dr. Amrita Singh has over 12 years of teaching experience at Vande Mataram Degree College. She has made significant contributions to research, academic development and student mentoring. She has received a major research grant of Rs. 30 Lakhs from MSME, Government of India, and Minor Research Project from University of Mumbai, she has published 12 books and 13 research papers. Her achievements include patents, research awards and successful guidance of undergraduate and postgraduate research projects. She actively contributes to academic administration, research activities and the overall development of the Chemistry Department.
Ms.Mrunali Ganesh Jadhav
HOD Botany Zoology
Designation: Assistant Professor
Qualifications: M.Sc. Life Science
Additional Roles: Convenor of Cultural Committee and Co-ordinator of Youth Festival
Academic Profile
Ms. Mrunali Jadhav has over 7 years of teaching experience in Life Science Department. She has actively contributed in research through presentations at national and international conferences and has published articles and research papers in reputed journals. She serves as HOD of life Science Department and Convenor of Cultural Committee also contributing actively in academic administration and students development.
Mrs. Bharati Sachin Gaikar
HOD CS & IT
Designation: Assistant Professor
Qualifications: M.Sc.(CS), M.Sc.(IT)
Additional Role: M.Sc. IT Coordinator
Academic Profile
Mrs. Bharati Sachin Gaikar has over 10 years of teaching experience in Computer Science & Information Technology. She has presented research papers at national and international conferences. She serves as the M.Sc. IT Coordinator, contributing actively to academic administration, student development, and the overall growth of the programme.
Mr. Mohan Nagnath Adude
HOD Humanities
Designation: Assistant Professor
Qualifications: M.A. (Economics), SET, NET
Additional Role: Indoor Sports and Games Incharge | University Exam Committee Convener | Member of Research Committee
Academic Profile
Mr. Mohan Nagnath Adude has over 12 years of teaching experience in Economics. He has presented research papers at national and international conferences and has published 3 Books and 5 research papers. He has guided students for Aavishkar compitition.
Mrs. Mahek Bhatia
HOD Commerce
Designation: Assistant Professor
Qualifications: M.Com., B.Ed.
Additional Role: Time Table Committee, Research Promotion Committee (Member)
Academic Profile
Asst. Prof. Mahek Bhatia has 7 years of teaching experience in Commerce and Management. She oversees academic planning, curriculum implementation, faculty coordination, and student development. Through her commitment to academic excellence and effective administration, she contributes significantly to the smooth functioning of the department, the maintenance of academic standards, and the overall growth and development of students.
Ms. Sharvari Kushal Kharade
HOD Professional Commerce
Designation: Assistant Professor
Qualifications: M.Com
Additional Role: Programmes Coordinated: BAF, BBI, BMS, BFM and BTM
Academic Profile
Asst. Prof. Sharvari Kharade serves as the Coordinator of the Department of Professional Commerce. She holds a Master’s degree in Commerce (M.Com.) and has 6 years of teaching experience in higher education. She is actively involved in academic planning, curriculum implementation, student mentoring and departmental coordination. She is dedicated to promoting academic excellence, professional skills and the holistic development of students.
Mr. Bhushan Vijay Tambe
HOD Media
Designation: Assistant Professor
Qualifications: M.A. History & M.A. in Journalism and Electronic Media
Additional Role: Scriptwriter, Show Producer, Film/Video Director, News Channel Producer, Creative Project Supervisor, and Student Coordinator
Academic Profile
Bhushan Tambe is an experienced media academic and creative filmmaker with over 15 years of professional industry experience in film direction, television, and corporate media production. He holds dual Master’s degrees in Journalism & Electronic Media from IGNOU and in History from the University of Mumbai. His core research interests include practice-based film and media research, marginalized representation in Indian cinema, and the integration of AI-assisted tools into contemporary creative workflows. He actively contributes to academic administration, student research mentorship, and the holistic growth of media programmes.
“Inspiring Academic Excellence Through Leadership, Research and Student Development.”