Dr. Pooja Lekhi is a highly respected MBA professor at University Canada West (UCW). With a PhD in Business Administration (Management) with a specialization in Finance and a Master of Business Administration (Finance) from IKG Punjab Technical University, India, as well as a Bachelor of Commerce from Guru Nanak Dev University, India, Dr. Lekhi brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her students.
As a full-time professor at UCW, Dr. Lekhi teaches a variety of management and finance courses, including Financial Management, Global Financial Institutions Management, and more. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes self-directed practical learning, which helps to enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills, leading to the holistic development of students. She uses modern pedagogical tools such as simulation games, case studies, audio-video inputs, group discussions, role-play activities, seminars, field assignments and other management games to create a positive and stimulating learning environment.
Dr. Lekhi has over eight years of experience in teaching and research. She worked as an Assistant Professor at various Indian colleges and universities before immigrating to Canada. She has been teaching at UCW since July 2019 and has also taught business at Greystone College and worked as a sessional faculty at Yorkville University.
Dr. Lekhi’s research interests include analyzing asset quality management practices by financial institutions, cryptocurrencies, cybersecurity, and blockchain technology. She has several articles published in renowned magazines, including Fintech Magazine, Blockchain Tribune, and Money and Finance magazine. Dr. Lekhi has also been quoted in Express.co.uk, currency.com, New York Times Post, News Nation USA, World ABC news, Forbes Alert, and many other online news sites.
Overall, Dr. Pooja Lekhi is a highly qualified and respected MBA professor at UCW, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to her students. Her commitment to self-directed practical learning and the use of modern pedagogical tools make her a valuable asset to the university and her students.
