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Ravneet Pawha is currently the Vice President (Global Alliances) and CEO (South Asia) at Deakin University, Australia. She is also the National Vice-Chair of Australia India Business Council.

Early Life and Education

Ravneet Pawha's journey in the field of international education and academic leadership began with her strong educational foundation. She holds a Master's degree in Education and Training and a Master's in Business Administration, where she distinguished herself as a gold medalist during her postgraduate studies.

Career Milestones

With over 30 years of dedicated service in the international education, research, training, and upskilling sector, Ravneet Pawha has achieved significant milestones in her career. Notably, she played a pivotal role in establishing the Deakin University office in 1994, marking a historic moment as the first-ever international 'University office' in India initiated by a foreign education provider.

Leadership at Deakin University

In her capacity as CEO (South Asia) at Deakin University, Pawha has been instrumental in developing more than two dozen holistic partnerships across various sectors, including Government, academia, industry, and research. These partnerships have significantly contributed to Deakin University's global success and reputation.

Global Engagement and Alliances

As the Vice President (Global Alliances), Pawha continues to shape Deakin University's international strategies. She advises the senior executive team on innovative models of engagement across education, research, and re-skilling, which have propelled Deakin University's strategic initiatives globally. Her efforts have fostered robust engagement with prominent corporate entities, including TATA, KPMG, Aditya Birla, NASSCOM, National Stock Exchange, and Infosys, among others. These collaborations span diverse areas such as smart manufacturing, healthcare technology, food, water, environment, future sustainable infrastructure, and emerging technologies.

Awards and Recognitions

Ravneet Pawha's exceptional contributions to the education and business sectors have earned her several prestigious awards and recognitions. Notably, she received the Business Leader of the Year award at the India Australia Business and Community Awards in 2018. She has also been honored with the Exceptional Woman of Excellence award at the Women Economic Forum in 2019 and the Women Empowerment Entrepreneur Award by AsiaOne magazine in 2021.

Advocacy for Skill Development

Beyond her leadership roles, Pawha actively advocates for skill development. She has been a driving force in contributing to the development of skill frameworks and platforms through her associations with organizations such as Nasscom Future Skills, Australia India Skill Forum, and the National Skill Development Corporation.

Prominent Associations and Positions

Ravneet Pawha's commitment to education and community engagement extends beyond her professional roles. She holds key positions in various organizations and associations, including:


 * Chairperson of the Business and Community Foundation (BCF)
 * Board member of the India Australia Business and Community Awards (IABCA)
 * Chair of education of the Indo-Australian Chamber of Commerce (IACC)
 * Adviser to the Australia India Institute
 * Membership in various national and international associations and forums, including the Rajasthan Royals, Confederation of Indian Industry, Federation of Indian Chambers, Australia India Chamber of Commerce, India Sports Council, and ANZIBA.