Dr. Saravanan Raju, PhD.,
About Dr. Saravanan Raju, PhD.,
Dr. Saravanan Raju is a Senior Manager - Programs at Altimetrik in Chennai, India, with over nine years of experience in this role. He holds a PhD in Management Studies and has a diverse background in project management and consulting across various organizations.
Work at Altimetrik
Dr. Saravanan Raju has been serving as a Senior Manager - Programs at Altimetrik since 2015. In this role, he has contributed to various program management initiatives within the organization. His tenure at Altimetrik spans over nine years, during which he has been involved in overseeing projects and ensuring their alignment with the company's strategic objectives. His experience in program management is instrumental in driving operational efficiency and project success.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Before joining Altimetrik, Dr. Raju held several key positions in project management. He worked at CSC as a Project Manager from 2008 to 2015, where he managed various projects and led teams to achieve project goals. Prior to that, he was a Project Manager at BearingPoint from 2005 to 2008. His career also includes a role as a Business Analyst/Consultant at Covansys from 2003 to 2005, where he contributed to business process improvements and project delivery.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Raju holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Management Studies with a focus on ERP from SRM University, which he completed between 2011 and 2018. He also earned an MBA in Marketing from Indira Gandhi National Open University from 1997 to 2000. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Mechanical Engineering from Anna University, completed from 1993 to 1996. Additionally, he has obtained various certifications, including PMP from the Project Management Institute in 2007, ITIL Foundation v.3 in 2010, and PMI-ACP in 2018.
Certifications and Professional Development
Dr. Saravanan Raju has pursued various certifications to enhance his professional skills. He achieved the ITIL Foundation v.3 certification in 2010, which focuses on IT service management best practices. He also earned the PMP certification in 2007, demonstrating his proficiency in project management principles. In 2018, he obtained the PMI-ACP certification, which reflects his expertise in agile project management methodologies. Furthermore, he completed SAP Certification in 2005, specializing in materials management.