Dr. Sourav Saha

Dean of Academics and Director of Data Science

Data Science | Business Analytics | Machine Learning

Detailed story

Sourav Saha, a Machine Learning professional turned educator, has 20+ years of global experience in Advanced Analytics, Business Consulting, and R&D. An FPM from IIM Calcutta in the area of Machine Learning heuristics with applications in Computational Advertising, he is passionate about democratizing technology for the masses and applying AI for social good.

Before joining Praxis Business School, he was the Chairperson for Data Science and Analytics programs at SVKM’s NMIMS, where he launched several applied analytics programs for both undergraduate students and post-graduate executives.

Currently, he serves as the Dean of Academics & Director – Data Science at Praxis, leading academic strategy and advanced data-driven initiatives.

Education

Fellow Programme in Management (FPM)

Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta

Fellow Programme in Management (FPM)

Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta

PGDBA

Post Graduate Diploma in Business Analytics

PGDBA

Post Graduate Diploma in Business Analytics

B.Tech

Computer Science and Engineering

B.Tech

Computer Science and Engineering

Experience

Dean of Academics & Director

Data Science, Praxis Business School & Praxis Tech School

Dean of Academics & Director

Data Science, Praxis Business School & Praxis Tech School

Chairperson

Data Science & Analytics Programs, SVKM’s NMIMS

Chairperson

Data Science & Analytics Programs, SVKM’s NMIMS

Research & Consulting

roles across global organizations in Advanced Analytics & R&D

Research & Consulting

roles across global organizations in Advanced Analytics & R&D

Publication

Recognized expert in Machine Learning applications in Computational Advertising

Recognized expert in Machine Learning applications in Computational Advertising

Advocates for AI for social good

Advocates for AI for social good

Pioneer in launching applied analytics academic programs in India

Pioneer in launching applied analytics academic programs in India

Learn from Expert Faculty & Industry Leaders

Learn from Expert Faculty & Industry Leaders

Master future-ready skills from industry leaders, experienced faculty and work on real-world projects.
Master future-ready skills from industry leaders, experienced faculty and work on real-world projects.

Dr. Sourav Saha

Dean of Academics and Director of Data Science

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Sourav, a Machine Learning professional turned educator, has 20+ yrs in analytics, consulting & R&D. An FPM from IIM Calcutta, he designs impactful AI-driven programs and applies tech for social good.

Prof. Charanpreet Singh

Co-founder & Professor

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Charanpreet, (IIT K & Iowa MBA) brings 20 yrs of corporate experience across steel, consulting & IT. A Chevening Scholar, co-founder of Praxis, he blends industry insights with teaching at leading B-schools.

Dr. Prithwis Mukerjee

Director

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Engineer, educator & imagineer, Dr. Prithwis blends tech with business. Ex-IBM & IIT KGP professor, now Director at Praxis, he pioneers in data, big tech trends & authorship in Python, AI & sci-fi.

Dr. Sourav Saha

Dean of Academics and Director of Data Science

Worked at

Sourav, a Machine Learning professional turned educator, has 20+ yrs in analytics, consulting & R&D. An FPM from IIM Calcutta, he designs impactful AI-driven programs and applies tech for social good.

Prof. Charanpreet Singh

Co-founder & Professor

Worked at

Charanpreet, (IIT K & Iowa MBA) brings 20 yrs of corporate experience across steel, consulting & IT. A Chevening Scholar, co-founder of Praxis, he blends industry insights with teaching at leading B-schools.

Dr. Prithwis Mukerjee

Director

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Engineer, educator & imagineer, Dr. Prithwis blends tech with business. Ex-IBM & IIT KGP professor, now Director at Praxis, he pioneers in data, big tech trends & authorship in Python, AI & sci-fi.