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Ina Baranovskaya

Chief Executive Officer | National Engineering College | Education Reform Leader
Haifa

Summary

Executive leader with over 20 years of experience in Israel’s technological education system. Currently CEO of the same national college once attended, overseeing 300+ staff and a ₪55M ($15M) budget. Known for decisive action in crisis — including co-directing a campus-based military operation during the October 2023 war. Combines actuarial-level analytical thinking with institutional expertise and deep public commitment. Proven record of driving national reforms, optimizing operations, and managing complex stakeholder environments.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
44
44
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Chief Executive Officer

National College for Practical Engineers –Technion
Haifa, Israel
01.2022 - Current
  • Lead Israel’s largest independent college for practical engineering, serving over 2,000 students annually with a staff of 250+.
  • Manage an annual operational budget of ~₪50M (~$14M), with full responsibility for planning, oversight, and strategic allocation.
  • Appointed as Board Member of the Israeli Forum of Colleges, representing nationally accredited non-university institutions.
  • Spearheaded a nationwide student strike (35,000+ participants), resulting in reversal of a government reform — formally acknowledged in the Knesset.
  • Represent the institution in front of Israel’s Ministry of Labor, Division of Technological Education (MAHAT) and other regulatory bodies.
  • Oversee academic quality, curriculum design, staffing, and compliance across all departments.
  • Lead digital transformation and post-COVID recovery strategies at the national level.

Deputy CEO

National College for Practical Engineers –Technion
Haifa, Israel
08.2019 - 12.2021
  • Directed academic and pedagogical operations, including curriculum governance, instructional quality, and national exam preparation.
  • Coordinated academic compliance processes and reporting requirements in accordance with national standards set by MAHAT (Division of Technological Education, Ministry of Labor).
  • Supervised academic departments, managed workload planning, faculty evaluation, and ensured alignment with national certification frameworks.
  • Led institutional initiatives to improve teaching quality, scheduling efficiency, and student support systems.
  • Supported the college's transition to hybrid and digital teaching formats during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Participated in national working groups within the Israeli Forum of Colleges, focusing on the advancement of practical engineering education.

Head of Dept. – Industrial Engineering & Mgmt.

National College for Practical Engineers –Technion
Haifa, Israel
08.2015 - 12.2021
  • Managed the largest academic track in the college, overseeing 25+ faculty members and hundreds of students annually.
  • Designed and maintained multi-semester curricula aligned with MAHAT’s national certification and industry needs.
  • Chaired academic committees on appeals, accommodations, and disciplinary issues.
  • Coordinated teaching assignments, timetables, and student progress monitoring across all program levels.
  • Mentored junior lecturers and led pedagogical innovation in project-based learning.
  • Worked closely with administration on program budgeting, performance reporting, and continuous improvement.
  • Represented the department in institutional strategic planning and cross-disciplinary collaborations.

Lecturer & Project Supervisor

National College for Practical Engineers –Technion
Haifa, Israel
01.2006 - 12.2021
  • Taught core courses in statistics, probability, and operations management; prepared students for national final exams under MAHAT standards.
  • Delivered instruction across departments of Industrial Engineering, Management, and Computer Science.
  • Supervised final-year capstone projects, focusing on applied optimization in logistics, public sector, and manufacturing.
  • Led student consulting projects for real-world clients, including ROI/TCO analysis and supply chain improvement.
  • Provided academic mentorship and tutoring to students requiring accommodations or support.
  • Received consistent top-tier teaching evaluations and high student success rates on national assessments.

Lecturer (Part-Time & Contract Roles)

Various Academic Institutions
Northern Israel, Israel
01.2006 - 08.2015
  • Taught undergraduate courses in statistics, probability, financial reasoning, and management at multiple colleges.
  • Institutions included: College of Management, ORT Colleges, Nazareth-Illit Yezrael College, and others.
  • Developed syllabi and assessments tailored to diverse student populations and institutional goals.
  • Received excellent student feedback and was repeatedly invited to return for consecutive semesters.
  • Built cross-institutional perspective that informed her later leadership roles in national education reform.

Education

Master of Arts - Statistics (Actuarial Track)

University of Haifa
Haifa
10.2007 - 07.2025

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering

ORT Braude College of Engineering
Karmiel, Israel
10.2003 - 09.2005

Associate of Science - Industrial Engineering And Management

National College For Practical Engineers –Technion
Haifa
10.2000 - 01.2025

Skills

  • Strategic Academic Leadership

  • Public Education Policy & Reform

  • Institutional Budgeting & Resource Management

  • Curriculum Design & Accreditation Compliance (MAHAT)

  • Organizational Development & Faculty Supervision

  • Cross-Government Stakeholder Engagement

  • Operations Optimization & ROI Analysis

  • Actuarial Thinking & Quantitative Evaluation

  • Crisis Management & Digital Transformation

  • Multilevel Educational Systems Navigation (Practical–Academic)

Affiliations

Board Member, Israeli Forum of Colleges (2025–present)

Participant, National policy forums and education reform discussions in the Knesset (multiple sessions, 2023–present)

Institutional Leader, MAHAT-regulated college under the Ministry of Labor, Israel

Additional Information

In October 2023, during a critical national emergency, responded to a non-mandatory request from Israel’s Home Front Command to provide immediate infrastructure for 600+ soldiers.
While every other academic institution in Israel declined, authorized full deployment inside two active educational buildings — preventing tent encampments and ensuring readiness for northern escalation.
Maintained operational coordination on campus for over three months under wartime conditions, while preserving institutional continuity.
Decision driven by principle and national solidarity, not obligation — recognized by peers and military as a singular act of civic leadership.

Timeline

Chief Executive Officer

National College for Practical Engineers –Technion
01.2022 - Current

Deputy CEO

National College for Practical Engineers –Technion
08.2019 - 12.2021

Head of Dept. – Industrial Engineering & Mgmt.

National College for Practical Engineers –Technion
08.2015 - 12.2021

Master of Arts - Statistics (Actuarial Track)

University of Haifa
10.2007 - 07.2025

Lecturer & Project Supervisor

National College for Practical Engineers –Technion
01.2006 - 12.2021

Lecturer (Part-Time & Contract Roles)

Various Academic Institutions
01.2006 - 08.2015

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering

ORT Braude College of Engineering
10.2003 - 09.2005

Associate of Science - Industrial Engineering And Management

National College For Practical Engineers –Technion
10.2000 - 01.2025

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