India, April 1 -- While many Indian-origin leaders across the world boast impressive academic pedigrees, an IIT degree is far from the only path to the top. There is no denying that an Indian Institutes of Technology education can open many doors, but it is not the only route to success. A number of Indian-origin founders and CEOs have carved out global success stories through diverse educational degrees, and today lead some of the world's most influential companies across technology, finance and healthcare.

Here is look at 5 CEOs and founders who did not study at an IIT:

Perhaps the most influential name on this list is Satya Nadella, the chairman and CEO of Microsoft. Born in Hyderabad, Nadella holds a bachelor's degree in electrical ...