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- calendar_today October 22, 2026
Ohio State University Announces New Leadership for Fisher College of Business
The Ohio State University has selected Aravind Chandrasekaran as the next dean of its Max M. Fisher College of Business, pending approval from the Board of Trustees. Currently serving as interim dean, Chandrasekaran’s appointment recognizes more than fifteen years of academic leadership, scholarship, and dedication to advancing business education at the institution.
About Aravind Chandrasekaran’s Academic Journey
Chandrasekaran, often referred to as AC, joined the Fisher College of Business in 2009 and has retained positions of significant influence over the years. In addition to his new leadership appointment, he continues to hold the John W. Berry, Sr. Chair in Business. Chandrasekaran’s background includes award-winning research, publication of two books, and expertise in areas such as healthcare operations, artificial intelligence, and process innovation.
Longstanding Commitment and Vision
Since taking on the role of interim dean in June 2025, Chandrasekaran has focused on priorities designed to enrich the student experience and better position graduates for success in an evolving marketplace. His record includes broad administrative experience across graduate and executive programs, demonstrating his capacity to innovate and lead.
Transforming the Undergraduate Experience
Under Chandrasekaran’s leadership, the fisher college of business is redefining how business students learn and apply new skills. The reimagined undergraduate experience introduces students to business fundamentals early in their academic journeys and cultivates stronger ties between classroom learning and real-world application. This curricular transformation aims to produce business-technology integrators, capable of both digital agility and critical thinking—the competencies demanded by today’s job market.
The Fisher Advantage: Preparing Future Business Graduates
Central to the college’s mission is a framework known as the Fisher Advantage, which guides students to excel in four key capacities:
- Business expertise
- Analytical and innovative problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Resilient, growth-oriented leadership
This approach prepares business graduates to succeed across all industries, unifying the educational experience around skills needed for the future.
Strengthening Industry Engagement and Faculty Innovation
The college is also enhancing its partnerships with businesses and industries at regional, national, and global levels. These relationships are intended to facilitate talent development, experiential learning, and the integration of academic knowledge with business needs. Chandrasekaran continues to foster a culture among faculty and staff centered on teaching, research, innovation, and collaboration.
Recognition of Leadership and Continued Progress
University leaders have expressed confidence that under Chandrasekaran’s leadership, the Fisher College of Business will further connect academic excellence to workforce needs and advance its role within the business education community. Interim Executive Vice President and Provost Trevor Brown noted Chandrasekaran’s deep commitment to the college and emphasized the positive momentum generated during his interim leadership.
Looking Ahead at Fisher College of Business
Chandrasekaran expressed gratitude to President Bellamkonda and Provost Brown, as well as to the Fisher community, stating he is optimistic about the future and eager to continue driving progress. His vision includes further enhancements to the college’s educational offerings, industry engagement, and faculty-led innovation—all in service of preparing students for dynamic leadership in business.
Source: news.osu.edu.
