Head of Department – CommerceKarunya Institute of Technology and Sciences | Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu About KarunyaKarunya Institute of Technology and Sciences is a Deemed-to-be University committed to academic excellence, research, innovation and service to humanity. Guided by its mission to address the pressing challenges of society, Karunya focuses on developing competent professionals and responsible leaders through education, research and technology-driven solutions. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary learning, industry engagement, ethical values and societal impact, Karunya continues to reimagine higher education to prepare students for the challenges and opportunities of a rapidly evolving world. Position OverviewKarunya is seeking a dynamic and visionary academic leader to head its Department of Commerce. The Head of Department will be responsible for providing strategic direction, strengthening academic excellence, advancing research, building industry partnerships and enhancing student employability. The role calls for a leader who can transform Commerce education into a future-ready, industry-integrated and research-driven ecosystem. The HOD is expected to develop programmes that combine strong academic foundations with practical exposure, professional competencies, innovation and ethical leadership. The successful candidate will lead the Department towards academic distinction, stronger industry collaboration, research excellence and meaningful institutional contribution, in alignment with Karunya’s mission, vision and values.

Key Responsibilities
Academic Leadership and Curriculum Development
• Provide strategic leadership for the academic and institutional development of the Department.
• Develop and periodically review curriculum to ensure alignment with emerging industry requirements, professional standards and contemporary business practices.
• Strengthen outcome-based and competency-focused education through experiential learning, case studies, simulations, live projects and industry assignments.
• Introduce and develop contemporary courses and specialisations in areas such as Accounting, Finance, Banking, Taxation, FinTech, Business Analytics, International Trade, Corporate Governance and Sustainable Finance.
• Promote interdisciplinary learning and integrate digital tools and professional applications into Commerce education.
• Ensure effective academic planning, curriculum delivery, assessment practices and attainment of learning outcomes. Research, Innovation and Consultancy
• Build a strong research culture within the Department, encouraging quality publications, collaborative research and interdisciplinary projects.
• Identify research opportunities in financial inclusion, digital finance, sustainable finance, corporate governance, entrepreneurship, taxation and international trade.
• Encourage faculty members to pursue funded research projects, consultancy assignments and collaborations with industry and research institutions.
• Strengthen research visibility through publications in reputed indexed journals, citations, conferences and academic partnerships.
• Promote research initiatives that contribute to societal development and Karunya’s thrust areas of Food, Water, Healthcare and Sustainable Energy. Industry Engagement and Corporate Partnerships
• Establish and strengthen partnerships with banks, financial institutions, accounting firms, taxation professionals,



consulting firms, multinational companies and industry bodies.
• Develop industry-integrated programmes, professional certification courses, executive education and skill development initiatives.
• Facilitate internships, industrial exposure, industry-sponsored projects, guest lectures, corporate mentoring and collaborative academic activities.
• Engage industry professionals in curriculum design, programme review and student development.
• Identify opportunities for consultancy, professional training and industry-supported academic initiatives. Student Development and Employability
• Strengthen student employability through industry exposure, professional certifications, internships and career-oriented learning.
• Build strong relationships with recruiters across finance, banking, accounting, taxation, consulting and international trade sectors.
• Promote entrepreneurship, innovation and the development of students as future business leaders and job creators.
• Ensure effective student mentoring, academic counselling, career guidance and holistic development.
• Encourage students to participate in research, business competitions, professional forums, entrepreneurial activities and community engagement.
• Nurture students with professional competence, ethical integrity, compassion and a commitment to social responsibility. Faculty Development and Performance Management
• Lead, mentor and develop faculty members towards academic excellence, research productivity and professional growth.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Encourage faculty participation in research, consultancy, industry engagement, professional certifications and international collaborations.
• Establish clear performance expectations in teaching, research, student mentoring and institutional contribution.
• Identify faculty development needs and facilitate capacity-building initiatives. Academic Governance and Quality Assurance
• Ensure compliance with University policies, academic regulations and applicable statutory requirements.
• Lead departmental initiatives relating to academic quality, accreditation, institutional rankings and quality assurance processes.
• Maintain effective academic documentation, assessment records, programme reports and departmental data.
• Monitor academic performance, learning outcomes, research productivity, student progression and placement results.
• Implement continuous improvement measures based on feedback from students, faculty, alumni, employers and industry stakeholders. Departmental Administration and Institutional Development
• Develop and implement a strategic development plan for the Department, aligned with the University’s institutional priorities.
• Establish measurable annual and long-term goals for academic programmes, research, student admissions, placements, industry engagement and faculty development.
• Manage departmental resources, budgets, infrastructure and academic operations effectively.




• Lead departmental planning, review meetings and performance assessments.
• Identify opportunities for new programmes, academic expansion, collaborations and institutional growth.
• Work closely with the Dean and University Management in achieving departmental and institutional objectives. Mission, Values and Social Impact
• Embed Karunya’s values of compassion, ethical integrity, excellence, respect and social responsibility into academic and departmental practices.
• Promote socially responsible commerce, financial literacy, sustainable business practices and inclusive economic development.
• Encourage faculty and students to undertake community-oriented initiatives in entrepreneurship, financial literacy and social empowerment.
• Develop academic and research initiatives that contribute to real-world challenges, particularly in Karunya’s focus areas of Food, Water, Healthcare and Sustainable Energy. Qualifications and Experience
• Ph.
D. in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, International Trade or a closely related discipline from a recognised institution.
• Strong academic credentials with substantial experience in teaching, research and academic administration.
• Demonstrated experience in academic leadership, curriculum development and departmental administration.
• A solid research profile with quality publications and evidence of scholarly contribution.
• Proven ability to establish industry partnerships and promote industry-integrated education.
• Experience in faculty mentoring, student development, academic governance and institutional quality assurance.
• A demonstrated commitment to academic excellence, ethical leadership, innovation and institutional development. Desirable Attributes
• Experience as Head of Department or in an equivalent academic leadership position.
• Experience in developing new academic programmes, specialisations or professional certifications.
• Established professional networks across commerce, finance, banking, accounting, taxation and corporate sectors.
• Experience in funded research, consultancy, industry-sponsored projects or collaborative research.
• Exposure to accreditation, institutional rankings, international collaborations or academic transformation initiatives.
• Strong strategic thinking, leadership, communication, stakeholder engagement and team-building capabilities. Leadership ExpectationsThe Head of Department – Commerce is expected to go beyond the administration of academic activities and take ownership of the Department’s long-term growth and transformation. The role requires a leader who can build a high-performing academic team, strengthen industry and research ecosystems, improve student outcomes, develop future-ready programmes and create opportunities for innovation and institutional advancement. At Karunya, Commerce education is envisioned not merely as the study of business and finance, but as a platform to develop ethical professionals, responsible leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators who can contribute meaningfully to society. The HOD will play a pivotal role in translating this vision into measurable academic, research, industry and student development outcomes.
• Join Karunya in shaping the future of Commerce education through academic excellence, innovation, industry collaboration and a commitment to solving real-world challenges.

📌 Head Of Department-Commerce (Coimbatore)
🏢 Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences
📍 Coimbatore