Dr. Jaydipsinh R. Desai is an Associate Professor at Ganpat University – V. M. Patel Institute of Management, Kherva-Mehsana, Gujarat, India. Prof. Jaydip is a dedicated and dynamic academician in the field of Financial Management, with over 14 years of experience in higher education, research, academic administration, and institutional quality enhancement. Prof. Jaydip has consistently contributed to the development of future business leaders through innovative teaching, impactful research, and strategic academic leadership.

At Ganpat University’s V.M. Patel Institute of Management, he holds multiple key roles including GUNI-FMS Ph.D. Program Coordinator, Institute IQAC Coordinator, and GUNI-VMPIM Alumni Cell Coordinator. He holds a Ph.D. in Management, has qualified the UGC-NET examination.

His scholarly contributions include numerous presentations at prestigious international conferences, earning accolades including best research paper award. Additionally, he has authored several Scopus indexed, peer-reviewed research papers, book chapter and international case studies. ​ Prof. Jaydip has received the Prestigious President Award for Staff Excellence under the category “Support Services & Engagement” for A.Y. 2024–25, conferred during the 21st Foundation Day Celebrations of Ganpat University.

Prof. Jaydip was Co-Investigator in a major action research project funded by the MGNCRE, titled "Higher Education Institutional Social Responsibility: An Evaluation of Practices for Rural Community Engagement in the State of Gujarat." He is a Life Member of the Indian Society for Training and Development (ISTD), Surat Chapter.

Research Interest

His research interests span across Sustainable Investing, AI & Block chain in Financial Services, Behavioural Dimensions of FinTech and initiatives that promote sustainable financial literacy and inclusion.

"Committed to academic excellence, impactful research, and shaping responsible future business leaders."