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Integrated Innovation Institute

Engineering + Design + Business

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Harshavardhini Gururaj

Harshavardhini Gururaj

She/Her/Hers
MSSM, 2026

What unique skills or interests do you bring to the iii?

I bring a mix of technical skills, creativity, and a love for storytelling. I thrive in collaborative environments and love exploring new perspectives, which I believe will add value to the diverse and innovative iii community.

Why MSSM?

Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø’s MSSM program offers the tools, resources and community to help me learn the art of innovating products, enabling me to lead impactful, innovative solutions as a Core Product Manager and drive organizational success. I strongly believe that this program offers more than just an academic experience—it provides the foundation for a transformative journey towards professional success.

Education

I completed my undergraduate degree in Information Technology from Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College of Engineering in India.

Experience

Post undergrad, I joined Citicorp as a Technology Analyst for 1 year. Currently, I’m working as an Apps Dev Programmer Analyst 2, a role I’ve been in for nearly 2 years.

What type of role are you looking to obtain after you graduate?

I’m aiming for a below roles where I can combine my technical background with business strategy to build impactful, user-centric products. This includes being a Product Manager, Program Manager, Product Designer, or Product Owner.