Arihant Bothra
About Arihant Bothra
Arihant Bothra is a Strategic Program Manager and Project Manager currently working at SWIFT in the Netherlands. With extensive experience in project management and operations across various companies, he possesses a strong background in business administration and engineering.
Current Role at SWIFT
Arihant Bothra currently serves as a Strategic Program Manager and Project Manager at SWIFT, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for engaging with key stakeholders across various groups, including Technology Platform, Customer Experience, and Products, to ensure successful project delivery. His work focuses on bridging the gap between technology and business through strategic transformation programs.
Previous Experience at SWIFT
Arihant Bothra has a notable history with SWIFT, having worked there in multiple capacities. He was a Business Operations Specialist and Project Manager from 2018 to 2021 and later served as a Senior Business Operations and Project Management Specialist from 2021 to 2022. His tenure at SWIFT spanned three years in Leiden, where he contributed to various operational and project management initiatives.
Educational Background
Arihant Bothra has an extensive educational background in business and management. He completed an Executive MBA at the Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University from 2021 to 2023. He also participated in an Exchange Program at the University of Cologne Business School in 2022. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) with M.Tech in Petroleum Management from the Indian School of Mines, completed in 2014.
Internships and Early Career
Arihant Bothra's early career includes several internships that provided foundational experience in the industry. He completed a summer internship at Geologix Limited in 2013 and held multiple internships at Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd in 2012. He also undertook summer training at GSPC Gas in 2011. These roles contributed to his understanding of operations and project management.
Leadership and Project Management Skills
Arihant Bothra possesses expertise in defining, driving, and executing strategy and cultural transformation within organizations. He leads virtual teams to deliver operational readiness plans and actively engages with diverse teams. His leadership style emphasizes a result-oriented mindset and strong business acumen, which supports his effectiveness in managing complex projects.