Dr. Rahul Chandra Sheel is an accomplished Associate Professor of Organizational Behaviour at XLRI – Xavier School of Management, one of India’s top-ranked business schools. A Fellow (PhD) from IIM Ahmedabad, he brings deep expertise in leadership development, organizational change, and behavioural science—core pillars of modern management education.
At XLRI, Dr. Sheel has led some of the institute’s most impactful executive education and leadership programmes, including multiple batches of the Post Graduate Certificate in Business Management and Leadership & Change Management courses. His teaching is grounded in real-world corporate experience and cutting-edge research, equipping working professionals and senior executives with the skills needed to navigate complex business environments.
Recognised for his engaging pedagogy and strategic insights, Dr. Sheel has designed and delivered leadership interventions for top organisations such as Tata Steel, Mahindra Group, Coca-Cola India, ONGC, and others. His sessions are highly rated by participants for blending academic rigour with practical applications, making him a trusted guide for professionals seeking to advance their careers in business management, human resource leadership, and organizational transformation.
Dr. Rahul Chandra Sheel is an accomplished Associate Professor of Organizational Behaviour at XLRI – Xavier School of Management, one of India’s top-ranked business schools. A Fellow (PhD) from IIM Ahmedabad, he brings deep expertise in leadership development, organizational change, and behavioural science—core pillars of modern management education.
At XLRI, Dr. Sheel has led some of the institute’s most impactful executive education and leadership programmes, including multiple batches of the Post Graduate Certificate in Business Management and Human Resource Management as well as Leadership & Change Management courses. His teaching is grounded in real-world corporate experience and cutting-edge research, equipping working professionals and senior executives with the skills needed to navigate complex business environments.
Recognised for his engaging pedagogy and strategic insights, Dr. Sheel has designed and delivered leadership interventions for top organisations such as Tata Steel, Mahindra Group, Coca-Cola India, ONGC, and others. His sessions are highly rated by participants for blending academic rigour with practical applications, making him a trusted guide for professionals seeking to advance their careers in business management, human resource leadership, and organizational transformation.



