Megha Sharma
Mumbai
Summary
Dynamic PhD Scholar at Tata Institute of Social Sciences with a strong research background in women entrepreneurship. Proven expertise in training and mentoring, alongside exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Successfully presented research at international conferences, showcasing a commitment to impactful social initiatives and academic excellence.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
PhD Scholar
Tata Institute of Social Sciences
Mumbai
08.2021 - Current
- Thesis submitted to the Institute. PhD degree to be awarded by July/Aug 2025
- Broad Research topic 'Women Entrepreneurs in Social Sector’
- Presented Two Research Papers at International Conferences:
- Paper 1 Title: ‘Factors Influencing Women Social Entrepreneurial Ecosystem’ presented at Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) International Conference on Social Entrepreneurial Ecosystem on 6 February 2025 in Mumbai.
- Paper 2 Title: ‘Women Social Entrepreneurship: The Emerging Research Issues’ presented at the 16th Biennial Conference on Entrepreneurship at Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII) on 28 February 2025 at Ahmedabad.
- Paper 2 was also presented at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mumbai Colloquium on women social entrepreneurs on 14 February 2025.
- Working on these two papers for publication in International Journals.
Assistant Professor
Yashwantrao Chavan College
Navi Mumbai
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Taught Business Management and Mass Media subjects to BMS and BMM students
- Organised Placement Seminars of companies - Tata Strive and Aditya Birla Skills
- Guided students on Soft skills and Life skills in addition to their course syllabus
Coordinator & Senior English Faculty
James Institute of Learning
Mhow
11.2017 - 03.2018
- Taught English (writing and communication) to senior students
- Counselled parents and students on academic performance and behavioural issues
- Developed, implemented and improved school syllabi and coordinated school events
- Worked on instructional material and extracurricular programs
- Regular & systematic evaluation of syllabi, academic teaching staff and teaching methodology
Senior English Faculty
Vijay Education Academy
Mhow
10.2015 - 09.2016
- Instructed CBSE-based English Syllabus to students of 9 - 12 grades
- Emphasised basic Grammar with a focus on spoken and written English
- Prepared comprehensive study content for Institute coursebooks
Coordinator
Sugrahini Army Institute
Mhow Cantt
12.2014 - 12.2015
- Coordinated Culinary & Creative classes for Army Officers’ Wives
- Coordinated with Instructors, supervised disciplined & regular conduct of classes
- Maintained decorum of the Institute, supervised day-to-day activities, assisted official visits
- Introduced new courses, created a social platform for better communication, conceptualised and executed functional changes in the classrooms
Lecturer
Wilson College
Mumbai
06.2012 - 04.2014
- Taught Management subjects to BMS students (HR, Management & Public Relations)
- Guided & assisted students to undertake ‘Social Initiatives’ under PR subjects
- Guided social projects on Female Infanticide, Eye Donation Awareness Campaign, Zero Hunger, Cancer Awareness lectures and more
Coordinator & Counsellor
Army Wives Welfare Association
Colaba, Mumbai
10.2011 - 04.2013
- Initiated vocational skills training programs such as Tailoring, Beauty care services, Insurance agents, and home-based food businesses for serving Army Soldiers' Wives and Wives of Martyrs.
- Coordinated awareness lectures & seminars on health & holistic well-being, such as Cancer check-up and awareness lecture series, Green Environment initiatives, Senior Citizen welfare lectures, etc.
- Counselled on parenting, education, workplace stress, marital discord, and infertility
- Managed events and collaborated with NGO Adapt, Mumbai, supporting children with different abilities
Online Writer (Freelance)
04.2010 - 10.2010
- Authored technical articles and assignments for MBA students on Branding & Marketing, HRM practices, Business & Ethical Decision Making
Galaxy
Gurgaon
05.2003 - 10.2003
- Company Overview: Construction Group
- Successfully managed sales of shop spaces for a shopping mall
- Construction Group
GE Capital
Gurgaon
08.2002 - 02.2003
- Assisted recovery of money from clients of USA-based stores – Lowes and Old Navy
Education
PhD - Women Entrepreneurs in Social Sector
Tata Institute of Social Sciences
Mumbai08.2025
Masters in Management Science (MMS) - Marketing
Devi Ahilya Vishwa Vidyalaya, International Institute of Professional Studies
IndoreBachelor of Education - Science, English
Army Institute of Higher Education
PathankotDiploma in Professional Counselling Course - Correspondence
Indian Institute of Counselling
DelhiBachelor of Science (B.Sc) - Botany, Zoology, English
Jiwaji University
GwaliorSkills
- Training and mentoring
- Research proficiency
- Verbal and written communication
- Administrative efficiency
- Interpersonal skills
Accomplishments
- Presented two Research Papers at two International Conferences at the Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai and the Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, EDII, Ahmedabad, in February 2025.
- Adjudged first in 'Skill in Teaching' at AIHE, Pathankot.
- Member of the Editing team for College Magazines (B.Ed and MMS).
- Won 'Best Business Plan' in the National Management Students and Young Managers’ Contest, IPS Academy, Indore.
- Class X School 91.4% (CBSE Board, Vidharba Region Topper).
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 01/30/77
Timeline
PhD Scholar
Tata Institute of Social Sciences
08.2021 - Current
Assistant Professor
Yashwantrao Chavan College
07.2019 - 07.2020
Coordinator & Senior English Faculty
James Institute of Learning
11.2017 - 03.2018
Senior English Faculty
Vijay Education Academy
10.2015 - 09.2016
Coordinator
Sugrahini Army Institute
12.2014 - 12.2015
Lecturer
Wilson College
06.2012 - 04.2014
Coordinator & Counsellor
Army Wives Welfare Association
10.2011 - 04.2013
Online Writer (Freelance)
04.2010 - 10.2010
Galaxy
05.2003 - 10.2003
GE Capital
08.2002 - 02.2003
PhD - Women Entrepreneurs in Social Sector
Tata Institute of Social Sciences
Masters in Management Science (MMS) - Marketing
Devi Ahilya Vishwa Vidyalaya, International Institute of Professional Studies
Bachelor of Education - Science, English
Army Institute of Higher Education
Diploma in Professional Counselling Course - Correspondence
Indian Institute of Counselling
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) - Botany, Zoology, English
Jiwaji University
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