Aakarsh Rai
About Aakarsh Rai
Aakarsh Rai is a Manager at KPMG India, with a background in Metallurgical Engineering and an MBA from prestigious institutions. He has experience in operational improvement initiatives and has worked on significant projects in the banking sector.
Work at KPMG India
Aakarsh Rai currently holds the position of Manager at KPMG India, where he has been employed since 2015. His role involves providing advisory services focused on operational improvement initiatives. He has worked on various projects that span both domestic and international assignments, addressing operational challenges across multiple tiers in India.
Education and Expertise
Aakarsh Rai completed his Bachelor of Technology in Metallurgical Engineering and Material Sciences at the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, from 2007 to 2011. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration from the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta, between 2013 and 2015. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in engineering and business management.
Background
Aakarsh Rai's educational journey began at Model English School, Dombivli, where he completed his high school education from 1992 to 2001. He continued his studies at Vasant Vihar High School, Thane, from 2001 to 2004, before attending Ramnivas Ruia Junior College from 2004 to 2006. His academic path reflects a consistent focus on developing a robust knowledge base.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his current role at KPMG India, Aakarsh Rai gained valuable experience through various internships and positions. He worked as a Summer Intern at JM Financial in 2010 and at Larsen & Toubro in 2009. He also served as a Summer Intern at Dalberg Global Development Advisors in 2014. Additionally, he worked as a Consultant at PwC India from 2011 to 2013, where he honed his skills in consulting and advisory services.
Achievements in Operational Improvement
Aakarsh Rai has contributed to significant projects in operational improvement. He designed the Target Operating Model for two small finance banks, overseeing their operationalization. He also led a Business Process Re-engineering engagement for a leading Islamic bank in Dubai, focusing on enhancing the efficiency of retail asset products, which resulted in improved Straight Through Processing and reduced Turnaround Time.