Aditi Nayar currently holds the position of Chief Economist and Head of Research & Outreach at ICRA, a credit rating agency. She has been in this role since January 2023 and has accumulated 11 months of experience in this capacity. Based in New Delhi, India, Aditi plays a crucial role in shaping and directing the economic research and outreach initiatives of ICRA.
EDUCATION
Aditi’s educational background is marked by achievements at renowned institutions. She pursued a Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) in Economics at the University of Oxford from 2003 to 2005. Her commitment to academic excellence is evident in her Summa Cum Laude graduation from Indiana University Bloomington, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics and Psychology from 2001 to 2003. Further enhancing her knowledge base, Aditi studied Economics and Psychology at Bryn Mawr College from 1999 to 2001. She completed her AISSCE in Commerce from Delhi Public School – R. K. Puram in 1999.
CAREER
Before joining ICRA as Chief Economist, Aditi served in the same capacity from April 2021 to January 2023, accumulating 1 year and 10 months of experience. Her career journey also includes a notable stint as a Research Analyst at The World Bank, where she contributed her expertise from September 2005 to August 2007 for a duration of 2 years. This experience added depth to her professional background and expanded her understanding of economic dynamics.
Aditi Nayar’s extensive experience, combined with her strong educational foundation, positions her as a notable figure in the field of economics and research. Her current role at ICRA reflects her continued dedication to contributing to India’s economic landscape.
