Our Operations Team
Kapil Chanchlani
Director- Accounts and Finance
Kapil Chanchlani is a certified SAP Finance Functional Consultant with over 9 years of experience in SAP and ERP projects, specialising in SAP FICO, business process analysis, and system enhancement. Currently a SAP FICO Analyst at Arla Foods, he supports users, provides business solutions, and leverages Power BI for analytics. Holding a European Master’s in Business Administration (Finance), he is proficient in SAP Financials ECC 6.0, SAP S4 HANA Finance, and Power BI.
As Director of Accounts and Finance at IIMT Studies Ltd, he ensures the organisation remains compliant with finance regulatory authorities at all times and the organisation remains financially strengthened.
Dharmendra R. Thakkar
Director – Business Development
Dharmendra has decades of experience in business development. He is driven by worthy ethical values that enhance the business’s value proposition while capturing more revenue- generating avenues. Dharmendra’s untiring efforts to transform the negative cash flow into positive revenue generation are well recognised. He had worked as an Entrepreneur at Shree Purnimaa Industries (SPI). True to his bearings fitted for senior roles in the management of educational establishments, Dharmendra has been serving as Director since 2017 at Burly Institute of Global Education and Research Private Limited. At the organisation, he has been responsible for managing sales, ensuring the national revenue forecasting is achieved, and engaging the team for social media marketing. His initiative of the Lead Management System led to a sales boost of up to 30% in 2020. Since Burly and IIMT operate globally, he has assisted the international business function in investing in marketing and ensuring that cost- effective deals turn in the favour of the business. His dedication led to earning revenues of $650,000 in 2020 and $10,00,000 in 2024, respectively. Mr Dharmendra was also a member of the © IIMT Studies Ltd (IIMTS AB) 18 Institution Management Committee of the Government Industrial Training Institute, Vadagam of Gujarat, India. For over 15 years, Mr Dharmendra has associated himself with Shri Bharti Lokseva Charitable Trust as a trustee. Currently, Mr. Thakkar is serving as a Director at IIMT Studies Ltd., contributing to the development of the organisation using his skills.
Professional Skills:
- Business decision making
- Negotiation skills
- Digital marketing and strategies
- Financial skills
- Critical thinking
- Leadership and team building
- Product Marketing
- Organising revenues
TB Karki
General Manager/ CEO
TB has extensive work experience as an Associate Director, Campus Management with Limkokwing University of Creative Technology- Mayfair City of Westminster, where he has successfully managed day-to-day operations. He was with the institution for 7 years in an administrative role. He also played a role in securing key accreditations, reducing operational costs, and enhancing institutional success. He also has experience in business advisory, customer relationship management, financial management, systems implementation, and business administration.
In addition to his advanced degrees, TB is proficient in MS Office, software, and VLE platforms, with strong skills in cost control, business analysis, and operational leadership. His professional qualifications reflect a dedication to fostering excellence in education and institutional management.
TB will perform his duties as a General Manager/CEO at IIMT Studies and lead the organisation and operations team. TB will also perform as a Responsible Officer in the Organisation and will be a part of the Board of Directors to represent the organisation’s day-to-day activities.
Sofia Azam
Interim Responsible Officer
Sofia Azam is one of the UK’s leading education regulation, governance, and compliance specialists, with over 15 years of experience operating at the highest levels of regulated qualifications, quality assurance, awarding organisations, professional bodies, and government regulation. Sofia is the only consultant in the UK to have directly worked on vocational qualification regulatory audits and deep-dive VQ scrutiny.
Having begun her career within the Regulation Directorate at Ofqual, England’s qualifications regulator and was part of the Vocational Qualifications Audit Function, Sofia developed an exceptional understanding of the regulatory frameworks that underpin qualifications, assessment, quality assurance, organisational recognition, and public confidence across the education sector. Since then, she has built an extensive career advising awarding organisations, executive leadership teams, boards, and professional bodies on regulatory compliance, governance assurance, risk management, qualification development, and sustainable organisational growth.
Areas of Expertise
- Ofqual Regulation and Recognition
- General Conditions of Recognition
- Responsible Officer Functions
- Governance and Board Assurance
- Regulatory Compliance and Audits
- Qualification Development
- End-Point Assessment and Apprenticeships
- Quality Assurance and External Quality Assurance
- Risk Management and Internal Controls
- Corporate Governance
- Policy and Regulatory Framework Development
- Organisational Recognition and Accreditation
- Strategic Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement
- Entrepreneurial Education and Business Development
“Strong governance creates trust. Trust creates opportunity. Opportunity creates lasting impact.”
Berfin Taghan
Office Assistant
Berfin Taghan has built a strong academic and professional background through her studies and practical experience. She completed her MA in Architecture from the University of Westminster, London, and a BSc in Architectural Technology from Middlesex University, London. During her studies, she focused her dissertation on Architectural Technology and completed several key modules in English, Mathematics, and technical subjects. Alongside this, she gained additional BTEC and Level 1 certifications to strengthen her academic profile.
In addition to her academic success, Berfin has achieved several professional certifications. She holds a Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma (90-credit), a Pearson BTEC Level 1 Award, a Level 2 Diploma in IT (ITQ), and the Pearson Edexcel Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics, as well as her GCSEs. These qualifications show her dedication to both technical and practical learning.
Berfin also proved her talent in IT and computer systems by achieving high grades in specialised subjects. She earned Distinction in Communication and Employability Skills for IT, Information Systems, and E-Commerce. She also received Merit in Computer Systems, Organisational Systems Security, IT Technical Support, and Computer Networks. Additionally, she successfully passed Data Analysis and Design and Maintaining Computer Systems. These results highlight her strong skills in technical problem-solving, data handling, and IT support.
She is also multilingual, with Turkish as her native language and English at a proficient (C2) level, which allows her to work easily in international and multicultural environments.
On the technical side, Berfin is proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office Suite. She also has practical skills in hardware troubleshooting, system maintenance, network configuration, and data analysis. This combination of design software and IT skills makes her adaptable to both creative and technical tasks.
Overall, Berfin’s achievements show her as a hardworking and versatile professional, capable of handling multiple responsibilities. Her academic success, professional certifications, and practical IT skills make her a valuable team member at IIMT Studies Ltd, where she now applies her knowledge and abilities to support the organisation’s work in education and operations.
Robinson Okoye
Designer and Developer (Subject Expert – Project Management)
Robinson Chikelu Okoye is a Subject Expert with over 10 years of experience in project management, training, and business development. He has successfully led cross-functional teams and delivered projects that aligned with organisational goals, applying methodologies such as Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid, and Scrum. Robinson is skilled in MS Project, Primavera, Power BI, Power Query, and advanced Excel, giving him strong capabilities in project planning, monitoring, and data analysis.
He has also served as a trainer in project management fundamentals and has coached teams on effective project principles and practices. His career includes roles such as Project Manager at Bujjen Projects, Project Coordinator at Neotouch Engineering, and Business Development/Project Officer at Venus Medicare Ltd, where he managed projects successfully, resolved stakeholder conflicts, and delivered results on time and within budget.
Robinson’s educational background includes a BSc in Project Management from the Federal University of Technology Owerri, a Postgraduate Diploma in Quantity Surveying/Construction Project Management from Enugu State University, and professional certifications such as PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner, PRINCE2 Project Manager, Scrum Master Certified, and PMP (PMI Certificate of Completion).
He is also an Associate Member of BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, further demonstrating his commitment to professional growth and standards.
At IIMT Studies Ltd, Robinson greatly contributes as a Subject Expert in Project Management, actively supporting the design and development of Project Management qualifications at different levels. His expertise, combined with his strong leadership and problem-solving skills, helps ensure that learners receive industry-relevant and high-quality academic content.
Randy Adjepong
Designer and Developer (Subject Expert – Artificial Intelligence)
Randy Adjepong is a highly qualified academic and researcher with expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Business Intelligence Systems, and Management. He holds an MSc in Artificial Intelligence (Distinction) from Heriot-Watt University, where his dissertation investigated healthcare professionals’ perceptions of AI in Ghana, and is currently pursuing a PhD in Management at the same university.
He has extensive research experience, serving as a Doctoral Researcher at the Intelligent Automation Lab and working on industry-focused projects such as capability assessments and digital transformation adoption for SMEs in Scotland. Randy has also acted as a KTP Associate at Edinburgh Business School, facilitating workshops, conducting financial ROI analyses, and consulting for pharmaceutical manufacturing firms
In addition to his research, Randy has strong teaching experience. He has worked as a Teaching Assistant at Edinburgh Business School, delivering tutorials in Business Analysis, Consultancy, and Operations Management, and as an Adjunct Lecturer at Accra Business School, teaching ATHE Level 7 Diploma courses in Business Intelligence Systems. He is skilled in using Power BI, Python, R, and SQL to create practical, data-driven learning experiences.
Professionally, Randy also served as a Compliance Analyst at Zeepay (Ghana), where he applied his AI knowledge to improve fraud monitoring and compliance systems, helping transition from manual checks to AI-driven supervised learning models.
At IIMT Studies Ltd, Randy greatly contributes as a Subject Expert, specialising in Artificial Intelligence, Business Intelligence Systems, and Project Management. He plays an active role in the design and development of qualifications at multiple levels, ensuring that learners gain both academic knowledge and practical skills that reflect industry standards. His academic achievements, research insights, and teaching expertise make him a valuable part of IIMT Studies’ mission to deliver world-class education.
Manoj R. Thakkar
Director, Compliance and IT
Manoj R. Thakkar, Founding Director and Chairman of IIMT Studies since 2009 and CEO of IIMT Studies Ltd UK since 2018, has led the organisation to global recognition with expansion into the UK and Africa. A postgraduate of IIM Calcutta (SMP) and Harvard Business School (SBS, eLearning), he ensures compliance with awarding bodies including ATHE, EduQual, and SQA.
As Director of Compliance and IT at IIMT Studies Ltd, he oversees regulatory adherence and IT functions, ensuring the organisation remains fully compliant in all areas of regulatory affairs at all times.