Pankaj Ajit
About Pankaj Ajit
Pankaj Ajit is a Learning Scientist currently working at Varsity Tutors, where he has contributed significantly to product development and revenue growth since 2018. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering from Birla Institute of Technology and Science and a Master's degree in Learning Sciences from Carnegie Mellon University.
Current Role at Varsity Tutors
Pankaj Ajit serves as a Learning Scientist at Varsity Tutors, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he focuses on developing personalized learning technologies. His contributions include the creation of the Adaptive Assessments product, which generates tailored learning plans for students. This product aids tutors and informs parents about their children's learning gaps. Additionally, he has led strategies that resulted in increased tutoring hours purchased and a decrease in refunds from tutoring sessions.
Previous Experience at Target
Prior to his current role, Pankaj Ajit worked at Target in various analytical positions from 2014 to 2017. He began as an Associate Business Analyst and progressed to Senior Analyst in Business Intelligence and Analytics. His work involved data analysis and strategy development, contributing to Target's operational efficiency during his tenure.
Experience at Mu Sigma Inc.
Pankaj Ajit worked as a Business Analyst at Mu Sigma Inc. for one year from 2013 to 2014 in Bengaluru, India. His role involved leveraging data analytics to support business decisions, enhancing his analytical skills and understanding of business operations.
Educational Background
Pankaj Ajit holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) with Honors in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Learning Sciences from Carnegie Mellon University, completing his studies there from 2017 to 2018.
Contributions to Varsity Tutors
At Varsity Tutors, Pankaj Ajit has significantly impacted the company's revenue by developing products that account for 23% of the total revenue. He has utilized data from these products to enhance sales recommendations, marketing campaigns, and advertising strategies, including Facebook ads, thereby improving the company's market presence.