Richin is a digital learning product leader with over 8 years of experience building and scaling EdTech platforms at institutions such as IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Bangalore.
At IIM Ahmedabad, he leads the development of Online@IIMA, the institute’s digital learning initiative. He works closely with faculty, technology teams, and platform partners to shape product strategy, learner experience, and the growth of the online programme portfolio.
He takes a product-first approach to digital learning, working across the full lifecycle; from opportunity discovery and product strategy to experience design, cross-functional execution, and go-to-market strategy.
His focus is on building scalable digital learning ecosystems that enhance learner engagement, expand institutional reach, and deliver high-quality learning experiences at scale.
Richin S Kottaram
Founding Head & Assistant Manager (eLearning)
Online@IIMA
Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad
Email: richin@iima.ac.in
Office: RJM 1st Floor, Heritage Campus, IIMA
Product Development and Management, Instruction and Learning Experience Design, User Research
Educational Technology, Product Management and Instructional Design
MDP in Managerial Excellence: People, Processes and Projects, Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad
Masters in Applied Economics, Christ University, Bangalore
Bachelors in Economics, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala
Pedagogical Research Associate (Digital Learning), Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore
Research Consultant, National Law School of India University, Bangalore
Member, Executive Committee, EdTech Society, India (December 2025 - Present)
Chairperson (Membership Committee), EdTech Society, India (August 2023 - Present)