Summary

A seasoned HR professional with over 40 years of experience in both the public and private sectors, Prof. KK Ahuja brings a wealth of expertise to his consulting practice. Throughout his career, he has held various leadership roles across diverse industries, including manufacturing, ITES, pharmaceutical, and service industries. With a strong foundation in engineering, MBA, and labor law, coupled with an MS from Templeton College London, he possesses a comprehensive understanding of HR principles and practices. As a full-time faculty member at Shri Sharda Institute of Management, he has extensive experience in management education.

Spheres of Consultation

• Organization Development (OD)
• Compensation and Benefits (C & B)
• Strategic Human Capital Planning
• High-Performing Team development and organization Culture
• Competence Framework Crafting
• Organizational Diagnostics
• Training & Development (T & D)
• Industrial Relations Mastery
• Statutory Synchronization

Areas of Consultation

• Statutory Synchronization
• Organization Development (OD): Design and implement OD interventions to enhance organizational effectiveness, foster employee engagement, and drive sustainable growth.
• Compensation and Benefits (C&B): Develop and manage competitive C&B programs that attract, retain, and motivate top talent.
• Strategic HR Planning: Align HR strategies with overall business objectives to achieve organizational goals and ensure long-term success.
• High-Performing Team Development: Cultivate high-performing teams through effective team-building exercises, leadership development programs, and performance management systems.
• Competence Framework Development: Establish comprehensive competence frameworks to identify, assess, and develop the skills and competencies required for organizational success.
• Organizational Diagnosis: Conduct thorough organizational diagnoses to identify areas for improvement, develop tailored solutions, and optimize HR processes.
• Performance Management: Design and implement performance management systems that align individual goals with organizational objectives, promote employee growth, and enhance productivity.
• Training & Development (T & D): Develop and deliver customized T & D programs to address specific skill gaps, enhance employee knowledge, and support organizational learning and development.
• Industrial Relations (IR): Manage IR issues effectively, fostering harmonious labor relations, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and promoting a positive work environment.
• Statutory Compliance: Ensure adherence to all applicable labor laws, regulations, and statutory requirements, minimizing legal risks and maintaining a compliant workplace.

Professional Experience

• Director on the board of various companies of Dalmia Group: Gujarat Heavy Chemicals Ltd. (GHCL), Colwell & Salmon Communications India Ltd, Dalmia Brothers, and Sree Meenakshi Mills Ltd.
• General Manager - Human Resource, Usha International, implemented HR strategies tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities in the growing market.
• Chief Personnel Division, Indian Drugs and Pharmaceuticals (IDPL): Overhauled HR practices, resulting in a 15% increase in employee productivity.
• Designed and conducted leadership development programs: Enhanced the leadership capabilities of middle and senior managers.
• Conducted a comprehensive organizational diagnosis for a manufacturing company: Implemented HR initiatives that improved employee morale and engagement.

Additional Qualifications

Certified Management Professional

B.Sc., B.E. (Mechanical)

Post Graduate Diploma in Personnel Management and Industrial Relations

Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing Management

Master of Business Administration, Faculty of Management Studies, Delhi University

M.S. (Industrial Relations), Templeton College, Oxford U.K.

Diploma in Labour Laws, Indian Institute of Law

Author and Thought Leader

Authored 15 books on management

Visiting faculty for industries, institutes, and universities

Contributed articles and chapters to professional journals and books

Presented papers at ARTDO international conferences Certifications and Accreditations

Certified Lead Assessor, CII and Cranfield Institute of Technology

Certified Managerial Excellence Assessment Auditor, Frost & Sullivan

Certified HR Assessor on EFIQM Model

Contact Information

To discuss your HR needs and how KK Ahuja's expertise can benefit your organization, feel free to contact him directly. He is committed to providing personalized and strategic HR solutions to help businesses achieve their goals.