DATE: 22nd Mar, 2025, Saturday
TIME: – 11.30am to 01.00pm IST
Location: Online
Think Math Olympiads are only for prodigies? Think again. The biggest myth about Olympiads is that they’re reserved for “math geniuses”—when in reality, any motivated student can excel with the right guidance, strategic training, and a structured approach.
The key? Starting early. Olympiad-level problem-solving isn’t about memorization—it’s about developing deep mathematical thinking, and that takes time. The earlier you start, the better your chances. If you want to build the skills that set top students apart, now is the time to begin.
Join CourseLeap’s exclusive panel discussion, “Olympiad Math: Myths, Methods & Mastery,” led by our founder and Chief Instructor, Yogesh Dhingra, former Head of Mathematics at Dhirubhai Ambani International School with over thirty years of teaching mathematics in various curricula. We will also be featuring esteemed CourseLeap faculty and alumni, who trained with us throughout their Olympiad journey.
Designed for students in Grades 7 to 11, this session will:
You don’t need to be a math genius—just the right training and mindset. This is your chance to get ahead, develop Olympiad-level skills, and open doors to incredible academic opportunities.
Seats are limited—register now and start your Olympiad journey the right way!
Pioneers for International Math Competitions and AMC courses since 2016 with a record of students finishing in the top percentiles in the world and securing distinguished honour rolls.
Yogesh Dhingra, CourseLeap’s founder, academic advisor, and chief instructor, has over 30 years of experience in the international, national curricula as well as educational services. She is the Founding Member, Former Head of the Mathematics Department and Academic Director of Dhirubhai Ambani International School (DAIS), Mumbai. She led the department for more than a decade, consistently known for world averages and toppers for IGCSE and IB Math. Yogesh actively conducts student and teacher sessions on Extended Essays, Math Exploration, and personally spearheads intellectual initiatives for research work in Math. She is also a workshop Leader for IB Diploma Math Math AA (Analysis and Approaches) and Math Al (Applications and Interpretation) in Asia Pacific Region and as a consultant to schools, she specialises in mentoring schools a designing curriculum, strengthening their standards for IB and CIS evaluation and accreditation. She has two Masters degrees, one in Education from the University of Bath, UK, with specialisation in Educational Leadership and Management and the other in Mathematics from Delhi University. In addition, she holds Bachelor’s degrees in Physics(Hons.) and Education from Delhi University.
Ankush Jain is a seasoned Data Scientist with two years of experience at a fast-growing startup. Prior to this, he worked as a Quantitative Associate at Morgan Stanley for five years. He holds a B.Tech. (Hons.) degree in Computer Science and Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay, with a minor in Management. A distinguished achiever, he secured an All India Rank of 28 in the prestigious IIT-JEE (2007). In the same year, he was awarded gold medals in the Physics and Chemistry Olympiads and was invited to the Orientation-cum-Selection Camps for International Olympiads, a distinction granted to only 35 students across the country. Ankush has been a faculty member at CourseLeap for the past two years, specializing in advanced math competitions (AMC, CEMC) and Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Passionate about teaching, he dedicates his weekends to mentoring students and sharing his love for mathematics and problem-solving.
Himani Bhatia, is a dedicated mathematics enthusiast who holds a Masters degree in Mathematics from Sri Venkateswara College, Delhi University. She possesses a strong academic foundation, having completed her undergraduate studies with a B.Sc. (Hons) degree, majoring in Mathematics and minoring in Statistics. Himani’s passion for research and teaching is evident in her involvement in a research project focused on Differential Equations. At Courseleap, Himani’s ability to connect with students proves invaluable, as she effectively supports and guides them in their learning journey. She has extensive experience in teaching and preparing students for various competitive exams and courses, including AMC 8, Art of Problem Solving, Full-term Tutoring for MYP-IGCSE, CEMC and Asian Olympiads.
Amritraj Lamba, is an outstanding student who secured 10 A*s in IGCSE, emerging as the school topper in Additional Mathematics (0606). A highly accomplished mathematics competitor, he scored 132/150 in AMC 12B (2024), earning School Rank 1, Country Rank 28, and a Certificate of Distinction (Top 5%), while also qualifying for AIME. He won the Bronze Award at the World International Mathematics Olympiad (WIMO) Final 2024 and secured top ranks in CEMC contests, including 2nd place in India for Pascal and Fryer Contests. His other notable achievements include Gold Awards in SASMO, AMO, TIMO, and HKIMO, Silver Awards at SIMOC, a Certificate of Merit in IOQM 2024–25, and an Honourable Mention in Stanford Math Tournament 2023. Beyond mathematics, Amritraj has excelled in robotics and engineering competitions. As the CAD and Design Head of his team in the First Tech Challenge (FTC) 2024, he led them to qualify for the Asian Pacific Open Championship (APOC) in Sydney, winning the Inspire Award (2nd Place) and Think Award. He also contributed as Design Engineer in F1 in Schools 2024, where his team ranked 15th in Nationals and won the Regional Digital Marketing Award. His remarkable achievements reflect his dedication to academics, problem-solving, and innovation.
Nikhil Pande is a 12th-grade IB student at Oberoi International School in Mumbai, currently applying to university for Mathematics and Economics. He has taken Math AAHL in the IB and has received a predicted grade of 44, with a 7 in all three of his HL subjects. His IB Extended Essay was also in mathematics. Competitive math exams have been a significant part of his high school journey, with preparation for exams like the AMC (10/12), CEMC, and HKIMO playing a key role in developing his problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and overall proficiency in the subject. These experiences have helped him excel in school mathematics and deepen his passion for the field. Nikhil credits CourseLeap for playing a major role in his mathematical development, having benefited greatly from their preparation courses. Beyond academics, he is a national-level golfer and has been competing for over five years
Payel Ghosal is a part-time Mathematics instructor at CourseLeap Education and a researcher in Statistics. She graduated from the Indian Statistical Institute and ranked 21 in the CSIR NET for Mathematical Sciences right after college, cracked RMO, MTRP(ISI) while at school. Currently, she is pursuing her PhD at the University of Wisconsin-Madison after completing her MS at the University of Iowa, where she was awarded Best Teaching Assistant. With over eight years of experience, Payel has trained students for competitive exams like RMO, PROMYS, AMC, STEP, MAT, TMUA, ISI B.Stat, and ISI M.Stat. Additionally, she has taught college-level Linear Algebra and Analysis to college students in the USA. A top performer in her university and a pro instructor for undergraduate and graduate-level courses, she has also excelled in data analysis competitions such as Kaggle. Passionate about teaching, Payel has significantly contributed to courses in Mathematics and Statistics for Engineering, Business, and Biostatistics.
Launch into a supercharged journey with CourseLeap Education’s Math Xcel, a year long mathematics program for grades 7 to 12. Students are guided by seasoned experts to strengthen their foundation in maths while aiming for competitive goals. Beyond academics, students are empowered to reach for advanced goals such as international math olympiads, selective summer schools, and university courses. Our meticulously designed curriculum is supported with baseline assessments, comprehensive courses, and a dedicated advisory service. Committed to nurturing competitive achievers, Math Xcel ensures students emerge as proficient mathematicians poised for success in their academic and professional endeavours.
