About PRTF
…. A Values-driven, Quality-intensive and Future-focused management school
The Pathfinder Research and Training Foundation (PRTF) is a premier institution dedicated to management education and entrepreneurial development. Our mission is to nurture ethical leaders, innovative strategists, and future-ready professionals equipped with strong business acumen, analytical thinking, and decision-making capabilities. We empower students to move beyond rote learning toward a concept-driven and application-oriented approach, preparing them to excel in high-impact leadership roles in an era shaped by automation and digital transformation.
At the heart of our academic offerings is the AI-centric, AICTE-approved PGDM program, thoughtfully designed to bridge the gap between traditional management education and the rapidly evolving domains of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science. The futuristic program equips students with the strategic, technological, and leadership competencies required to thrive in the future of business.
PGDM ADVANTAGE
PRTF’s AICTE-approved PGDM program is a meticulously engineered curriculum that bridges the gap between academic theory and real-world execution. We offer a transformative learning experience that integrates:
Rigorous fundamentals: Deep-rooted management principles combined with cutting-edge analytics.
Experiential immersion: High-impact live industry projects and leadership workshops.
Strategic pedagogy: Research-driven teaching methods that foster critical thinking and decisive action.
A HUB FOR INNOVATION: PRTF INCUBATOR
Beyond academic excellence, PRTF serves as an official startup incubator approved under the UP IT & Startup Policy 2020. We are committed to catalyzing the next generation of enterprise by providing:
Strategic mentorship: Access to a network of seasoned entrepreneurs and technical experts.
Acceleration and funding: Streamlined facilitation for venture capital and seed funding.
Research and admin support: Comprehensive resources that allow founders to focus on scaling from concept to commercialization.
PRANAV KUMAR
Pranav Kumar is a distinguished academician, visionary
institution-builder, and entrepreneur who has spent over
two decades transforming higher education and competitive
learning in India. An alumnus of Patna Science College and
JNU, he began his academic journey as a faculty member
in the Department of Biotechnology at Jamia Millia Islamia
(JMI). Over the years, he has evolved from a master educator
into a pioneering leader who builds institutions that embody
excellence, innovation, and ethical leadership.
AAYAN
Aayan is a visionary technology strategist and institutional
leader dedicated to redefining management education
for the AI-driven era. As Vice Chairman of the PRTF, he
spearheads institutional governance and the strategic
integration of disruptive technologies into the academic
and operational framework.
With a robust background in Mathematics and Data Science,
Aayan brings a unique blend of analytical precision and
strategic foresight to PRTF.