Meet our leadership team.

Our leadership

Meet the exceptional leaders driving HCI Australia's success and innovation in healthcare education. Their visionary guidance and expertise empower our organization to make a positive impact in the industry, shaping the future of healthcare professionals worldwide.

Dr Bijo
Kunnumpurath

Meet Dr. Bijo Kunnumpurath, the CEO and Managing Director of HCI Australia. With expertise in technology, entrepreneurship, and education, Bijo's passion has driven the mission of HCI Australia. As a qualified mechanical engineer and MBA holder, he brings a wealth of diverse experience in project and business management. Bijo's charismatic leadership and dedication to revolutionizing healthcare training have led to the development of innovative programs. With international operations in Australia, Malaysia, and India, Bijo is a renowned figure committed to advancing the healthcare industry.
Discover Bijo Kunnumpurath's extraordinary efforts as he leads HCI Australia in transforming healthcare education. With his visionary approach, HCI Australia continues to pioneer cutting-edge training, empowering healthcare professionals worldwide. Experience the transformative vision of Bijo Kunnumpurath as HCI Australia shapes the future of healthcare education under his leadership.

Mr Pankaj
Patel

With more than 20 years of experience in the field of accounting and finance, Pankaj has experience across financial reporting, taxation, and auditing, with established skills in corporate finance, financial analysis, taxation, accounting, and auditing. He holds Bachelor of Commerce and is also a Certified Public Accountant (AUS) and Chartered Accountant (India). Pankaj has been working with the HCI Group for over eight years and is responsible for managing financial aspects of the entire group.

Dr Shisir
Manandhar

Shisir Manandhar is a respected leader in Australian tertiary education, overseeing academic programs at IHNA. With over seven years of experience, he specializes in technology management and innovation policy. As head of Heathovation, he drives research and innovation in healthcare education using cutting-edge technologies. Shisir's research focuses on enhancing tertiary education and healthcare delivery through innovative technologies.

Mr Simon
Schweigert

Simon serves as Chief Operations Officer with primary focus on business growth and effective implementation of IHM’s operational and strategic initiatives. Simon has over 10 years industry experience in the higher education and vocational education and training sectors developing and managing student recruitment and international growth strategies. Prior to joining IHM, Simon worked in senior management roles nationally and internationally as a communications, strategy and business consultant in education, health care and technology sectors in Australia, China, Philippines and other South East Asian countries.

Our Teams

Dr. Bijo Kunnumpurath
Founder & Acting CEO
Dr. Bijo Kunnumpurath
Founder & Acting CEO
Dr. Bijo Kunnumpurath
Founder & Acting CEO
Dr. Bijo Kunnumpurath
Founder & Acting CEO
Dr. Bijo Kunnumpurath
Founder & Acting CEO
Dr. Bijo Kunnumpurath
Founder & Acting CEO
Dr. Bijo Kunnumpurath
Founder & Acting CEO
Dr. Bijo Kunnumpurath
Founder & Acting CEO
Dr. Bijo Kunnumpurath
Founder & Acting CEO
Dr. Bijo Kunnumpurath
Founder & Acting CEO
Dr. Bijo Kunnumpurath
Founder & Acting CEO
Dr. Bijo Kunnumpurath
Founder & Acting CEO