Dr. Shobha K B
Bengaluru
Summary
Committed professional with several years of experience in academic landscape, including administration, student evaluation and creative teaching methods implementation. Eager contributions to professional efforts to assist student development. Hands-on approach to cultivating curriculum and challenging in-classroom projects.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Professor
Jain (Deemed to be University)
Bengaluru
08.2024 - Current
- Developed curriculum materials for undergraduate courses in communication studies.
- Facilitated engaging classroom discussions to promote student participation and critical thinking.
- Conducted research in the field of applied linguistics to enhance teaching methodologies.
- Mentored students on academic projects, providing guidance and support throughout processes.
- Collaborated with faculty on interdisciplinary initiatives to strengthen academic offerings.
- Evaluated student assignments and provided constructive feedback to foster improvement.
- Organized workshops and seminars to promote scholarly exchange among students and faculty.
- Participated in departmental meetings to contribute ideas for program development and improvement.
- Created lesson plans and developed instructional materials covering required topics and learning objectives.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Advised students on their academic plans, career paths, and personal goals.
- Used multiple teaching styles to meet learning needs of each individual student.
- Evaluated student progress, graded assignments and provided students with feedback.
- Participated in faculty meetings to discuss department goals and strategy.
- Attended faculty meetings and participated in student outcome assessments with departmental members.
- Engaged students in lectures by encouraging sharing of opinions and group interactions.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development initiatives to ensure academic excellence.
- Assisted in developing departmental policies, procedures, and activities related to educational programs.
- Prepared innovative course materials to encourage critical thinking and discussion.
- Supervised independent research projects conducted by undergraduates or graduates.
- Constructed quizzes, exams and homework assignments to test student aptitude.
- Planned class material to engage students in both online and in-person class environments.
Principal
The Oxford College of Hotel Management
Bengaluru
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Led faculty meetings to enhance teaching strategies and student engagement.
- Coordinated student internships with local hotels and restaurants for practical experience.
- Implemented new assessment methods to improve student learning outcomes.
- Organized workshops and seminars featuring industry leaders in hospitality.
- Mentored faculty members in curriculum development and instructional design.
- Established partnerships with businesses to enrich student job placement opportunities.
- Reviewed academic policies to align with industry standards and best practices.
- Managed school administration operations and organized teacher schedules, student registration processes and class orientation sessions.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
- Created an environment where all students feel valued regardless of their background or cultural identity.
- Monitored student academic performance data in order to identify trends or areas of need that require additional resources or support.
Executive Staff
Bannerughatta National Park
Bengaluru
04.2021 - 10.2023
- Collaborated with leadership to develop strategic initiatives and improve team performance.
- Analyzed workflow processes, identifying areas for improvement and efficiency gains.
- Maintained communication with stakeholders to provide updates on project status.
Assistant Professor
The Oxford College of Hotel Management
Bengaluru
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Delivered engaging lectures on innovative teaching methodologies and curriculum development.
- Supervised and mentored undergraduate and graduate students in research projects.
Assistant Professor
SVS College, Bantwal
Mangaluru
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Delivered engaging lectures on innovative teaching methodologies and curriculum development.
- Conducted assessments and evaluations to enhance educational quality and student learning.
Education
PhD - Tourism Studies And Management
Central University of Karnataka
Kalaburagi, Karnataka01.2023
MBA (TA) - Tourism Administration
Mangalore University
Mangalore01.2017
BA (HETT) - History, Economics, Travel & Tourism
Mangalore University
Madikeri, Kodagu01.2015
H, E, P, S -
Department of Pre University Education
Kodagu01.2012
SSLC -
Karnataka Secondary Education Board
Kodagu01.2010
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Student assessment
- Research methodologies
- Instructional design
- Classroom management
- Faculty collaboration
Current Designation
Assistant Professor, School of Commerce, Jain University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Research Fields
- Sustainable Development
- Tourism Management
- Land Management
- Resource Management
- Indian Knowledge System
- Tribal Studies
Research Papers Published
- Dr. Shobha K B, Forest Management in Coor: An Overview, Humanities and Social Sciences Studies, Vol 13, Issue 02, No. 10, 12/01/24, 2319-829X
- Ms. Shobha K B and Dr. Ganapati B Sinnoor, Socio – Ecological Transfiguration and Sustainable Development in Kodagu – An Analysis, Journal of the Asiatic Society of Mumbai, Vol. XCV, No. 11, 11/01/22, 0972-0766
- Ms. Shobha K B and Dr. Ganapati B Sinnoor, Residents’ Perception Towards Tourism-Led Land Conversion In Kodagu – An Overview, Kanpur Philosopher, Vol. 9, Issue 1, No. 6, 01/01/22, 2348-8301
- Ms. Shobha K B and Dr. Avinash V, Revisiting Land Regulations, Environment and Kodagu Tourism, PENSEE international journal, Volume 50, Issue 12, 12/01/20, 0031-4773
- Ms. Shobha K B and Dr. Ganapati B Sinnoor, A Macro Study on Land and Tourism in India – A Review, PENSEE international journal, Volume 50, Issue 12, 12/01/20, 0031-4773
- Ms. Shobha K B, A Case Study on Irritation among Local People towards the Growth of Tourism in Kodagu District: With the Reference of Doxey’s Irridex Model, IJIRAS, Volume 6 Issue 1, 01/01/19, 2394-4404
- Ms. Shobha K B and Channappa Lamani, Adopt A Tourist Destination Scheme: A Study On Selected Destinations In Karnataka With Special Reference to Belur, Halebidu and Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary, JETIR, Volume 5 Issue 12, 12/01/18, 2349-5162
- Ms. Shobha K B and Ms. Rakshitha M V, Use of Application among Tourism Service Providers: Steps towards Digitalization in Tourism with Special Reference to Kodagu District, JETIR, Volume 5, Issue 12, 12/01/18, 2349-5162
- Dr. Shobha K B et al. (2025). Resource Management in Western Ghats: A Circular Economy Approach. International Journal of Research ISSN NO: 2236-6124. Volume 14, Issue 08, August /2025. Page No:32-40
- Dr. Shobha K B et al. (2025). Influencing the investment behavior and pattern of investment of commerce graduates, with special reference to Guwahati and Silchar: an empirical study International Journal of Research. International Journal of Research. Volume 14, Issue 06, June/2025. ISSN NO: 2236-6124
Books Published
- Kodagu Resorts and Land conversions: A Geo Spatial Analysis, Dr. Shobha K B, Dr. Ganapati B Sinnoor, Notion press, 2024, 979-8895565988
- Western Ghat Is Under Pressure: An Overview Of Mining And Quarrying, Dr. Shobha K B, Amazon Kindle Publications, 2024, 979-8343925654
- Western Ghats Under Pressure: A Study of Landslides, Dr. Shobha K B, Dr. Avinash V, Amazon Kindle Publications, 2024, 979-8342290876
Projects
Opportunities and challenges of Eco Tourism: A case study on Kodagu, Advanced diploma in Travel and Tourism, 2015 Adopt A Tourist Destination Scheme: A study on selected destinations of Karnataka, MBA TA course, 2017
Doing ICSSR Punyashloka Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Special Call for Women-Led Research on Women-Led Development 2025-26 - AS Co - Project Director
Seminars/webinars/conferences attended/presented
Papers presented:
- Resource management in the Western Ghats: a circular economy approach, Jain University, Bengaluru (12/13/2024)
- Managing over-tourism in Kodagu: A circular economy approach, Jain University, Bengaluru (12/02/2024)
- Making Indian higher education globally competitive, ESPI in collaboration with AICTE (12/22/2023)
- Tourism-led land conversion: A GIS-based study of Kodagu District, Karnataka, international webinar on geospatial technology (09/20/2020)
- Agri-Entrepreneurships and Economic Development: A Sustainable Approach to Kodagu Region, International Multi-Disciplinary Conference (02/20/2021)
- Sustainable Existence and Shrimad Bhagavad Gita Philosophy, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra (12/21/2020)
- Land Transformation: Its Impact on Sustainable Tourism Development in Kodagu, International Unequal World Conference (09/29/2020)
- A Macro Study on Land and Tourism in India – A Review, 1st Asian Tourism Research Conference (12/01/2020)
- Responsible Tourism: A Case Study of Kodagu District, Pondicherry University (12/08/2019)
- Irritation among Local Communities towards the Growth of Tourism in Kodagu District – A Case Study, Central University of Karnataka (01/01/2019)
- Agro-Based Entrepreneurship in Kodagu District with Special Focus on Honey and Homemade Wine Business, Teresian College, Mysuru (01/01/2018)
- Use of Applications among Tourism Service Providers: A Study on Kodagu District, Maharaja’s College, Mysuru (01/01/2018)
- Challenges and Opportunities of Tourism in Kodagu, FMKMC College, Madikeri (01/01/2012)
- Tourism for Socio-Economic Development, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India (09/06/2020)
Workshops and seminars organized:
- Organized a one-day workshop on artificial intelligence, the Oxford College of Hotel Management, 30 August 2023
- Organized a One-Day Workshop on Wine Tasting and Bartending, The Oxford College of Hotel Management (08 December 2023)
- Organized a One-Day Seminar on Overseas Education: Opportunities and Challenges, The Oxford College of Hotel Management (10 January
Training Programs Attended:
- Attended Eight-Day FDP on “Digital Humanities: Bridging Traditions and Technologies in Liberal Arts”, Jain University, Bengaluru (14 September – 21 October 2024)
- Completed ICSSR-Sponsored Ten-Day Research Methodology Workshop, Mangalore University (March 2020)
- Attended One-Month Faculty Induction Program (FIP) on Teaching and Learning Tools, Ramanujan College (PMMMNMTT Scheme), July 2020
- Participated in Five-Day FDP on “Research Writing: From Manuscript to Citations”, ICBM – School of Business Excellence (24–28 February 2021)
- Attended One-Week FDP on “Research Methodology: Tools & Techniques”, ARSD College, University of Delhi (05–11 June 2020)
- Attended Six-Day FDP on “Course Structuring, Teaching and Evaluation in HEIs as per OBE”, in association with ISTE & MHRD (11–17 June 2020)
- Attended Five-Day Programme on “Innovative Teaching–Learning Methodologies”, CIT-TLC under PMMMNMTT, MHRD (06–10 July 2020)
- Attended One-Week International Virtual FDP on “MOODLE Learning Management System”, Don Bosco College, Itanagar in association with IIT Bombay (NMEICT, MHRD)
- Attended One-Week Online Short-Term Course on “Personality Development”, SJM College of Arts, Science and Commerce (09–14 June 2020)
- Participated in Multiple One-Week Online FDPs under PMMMNMTT and MHRD, organized by various colleges and universities
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the information furnished above is true to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Additional Qualifications
- UGC NET, 2017, 2018, 2019, UGC and NTA, 58%
- KSLET, 2016
- Advanced diploma in Travel & Tourism, 2015, FMKMC Madikeri College, 89%
- Diploma in Travel and Tourism, 2014, FMKMC Madikeri College, 89%
- Certificate diploma in Travel and Tourism, 2013, FMKMC Madikeri College, 79%
- Certificate Diploma In Functional English, 2013, FMKMC Madikeri College, 54%
Internship
Teerth Travels Pvt. Ltd, Haridwar, Uttarakhand, 30 days, 2017
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Kannada
Native
Native
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Tamil
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Accomplishments
Honored by Kannada Sahitya Parishad for being topper in Second PUC for Kodagu District, Karnataka by studying in Kannada Medium
Timeline
Assistant Professor
Jain (Deemed to be University)
08.2024 - Current
Principal
The Oxford College of Hotel Management
07.2023 - 08.2024
Assistant Professor
The Oxford College of Hotel Management
08.2022 - 01.2023
Executive Staff
Bannerughatta National Park
04.2021 - 10.2023
Assistant Professor
SVS College, Bantwal
07.2017 - 07.2019
PhD - Tourism Studies And Management
Central University of Karnataka
MBA (TA) - Tourism Administration
Mangalore University
BA (HETT) - History, Economics, Travel & Tourism
Mangalore University
H, E, P, S -
Department of Pre University Education
SSLC -
Karnataka Secondary Education Board