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Dr. Shraddha Sharma

Dr. Shraddha Sharma

Corporate Trainer
Mumbai,MH

Summary

Result-oriented Academician and Corporate Trainer with 16+ years in Global Business Communication, English Language Training, Instructional Design, and L&D. Proven impact: 15,000+ professionals and students trained, 12,000+ graduates placed, 79% success in IELTS/Versant. Designs industry-recognized curricula, leads Train-the-Trainer, and integrates AI/digital learning for measurable employability outcomes.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal consultant - Training & content

WPoets
11.2024 - Current
  • Training delivery: Customized programs in English, Corporate communication, Accent training and soft skills (offline/online/hybrid i.e. Pearson Versant for Professional English).
  • Curriculum design: Industry-aligned content with grooming and employability modules.
  • Academic leadership: Led Train-the-Trainer; ensured quality and consistency across cohorts.
  • Learning innovation: Built asynchronous/app-based content; iterated via learner feedback.

Syndicated trainer

Edstellar Solutions
09.2025 - Current
  • Corporate programs: Delivered Time Mastery and business communication; multiple client engagements across soft skills, leadership and language domains.

Sr. language trainer (Contract)

LoanTap
Pune
08.2024 - 11.2024
  • 100-hour program: 50 sessions covering grammar, sentence formation, sales pitch, escalation management, objection handling, business writing.
  • Outcomes: Teams across sales/operations achieved market-standard proficiency in written and spoken business communication.

Chief language trainer (Contract)

WPoets
Pune
07.2024 - 10.2024
  • 30 intensive sessions: Business communication, customer simulations, soft skills.
  • Outcomes: Team proficiency uplift for client-facing roles; LinkedIn references available.

Dean of students

TSCFM
Mumbai
08.2018 - 07.2024
  • Program creation: Designed 'Certificate Course in Business English' (accepted by BFSI).
  • Authorship: Student Workbook and Teacher Support Material (copyrighted).
  • Scale and outcomes: 10,000+ students trained; 1,200+ IELTS/Versant with 79% success; activated 15+ language trainers.
  • Team leadership: Managed 20-member academic team; implemented online pedagogy during COVID.
  • Digital learning: Built asynchronous English app modules; integrated soft skills (teamwork, conflict management, interpersonal skills).

Assistant professor

Mumbai University
Mumbai
01.2016 - 06.2017
  • Teaching & curriculum: Russian language & literature; translation; assessment strategy; thesis guidance.

Assistant professor

Shivaji University
10.2010 - 10.2011
  • Employability-focused pedagogy: Russian/English training; curriculum and assessment design.

Assistant professor

National Defense Academy
07.2007 - 07.2009
  • Applied instruction: Russian language and translation; practical, job-oriented modules; academic quality and cadet outcomes.

Guest lecturer

Delhi University
10.2001 - 11.2006
  • University teaching: Russian language; curriculum development; student evaluations and mentoring.

Language instructor

Indian Navy
Goa
07.2001 - 10.2001
  • Officer training: Russian language instruction; cultural immersion and differentiated strategies.

Education

Ph.D. - Russian Literature

University of Delhi
01.2009

M.Phil. - Russian Literature

University of Delhi
01.2004

M.A. - Russian Language, Literature & Translation

University of Delhi
01.2001

B.A. - Literature

University of Delhi
01.1998

NET (UGC) - undefined

01.2001

Skills

  • Business communication
  • Spoken/written English
  • Email etiquette
  • Client communication
  • Presentations
  • Instructional design
  • TNA
  • Curriculum design
  • Assessments
  • CBT
  • WBT
  • ILT
  • Blended learning
  • Corporate L&D
  • Soft skills
  • Leadership communication
  • Voice & accent
  • Grooming
  • Roleplays
  • Simulations
  • Academic leadership
  • Program design
  • Faculty mentoring
  • Quality assurance
  • Student placement enablement
  • AI and digital learning
  • App-based learning
  • Asynchronous content
  • Linguistic AI training
  • Assessment and analytics
  • Rubrics
  • Proficiency mapping
  • Progress tracking
  • Outcomes reporting

Accomplishments

  • 15,000+ trained; 12,000+ placements; 79% IELTS/Versant success.
  • BFSI-recognized Business English certification; authored standardized training assets.
  • Built scalable asynchronous learning; led teams and trainer enablement with measurable outcomes.

Languages

English
Russian
Hindi

Publications And Thought Leadership

  • Business English Workbook and Teacher Support Material (copyrighted; BFSI-aligned).
  • Articles on AI in linguistics, multilingualism, socio-emotional learning, and professional communication across LinkedIn and Academia.edu.
  • Conference presentations: Russian language and communication, SEL & cultural competence.

Selected Keywords

  • Business Communication Trainer
  • Corporate Trainer (L&D)
  • Instructional Designer
  • Curriculum Developer
  • Train-the-Trainer (TTT)
  • English Language Trainer
  • Soft Skills Trainer
  • Voice & Accent
  • IELTS/Versant Preparation
  • Assessment Design
  • Academic Program Management
  • AI in Learning
  • Digital/Blended Learning
  • Learning Outcomes & Placement Enablement

Linkedin Profile

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-shraddha-sharma-20a92aaa/

Summary

Dr. Shraddha Sharma is a result-oriented Corporate Trainer and Academicianwith over 19 years of experience in global business communication, instructional design, and corporate learning & development. She has delivered 2400+ hours of training to professionals across levels — from fresh graduates to senior managers in soft skills, leadership, communication, problem-solving, team building, adaptability, emotional intelligence, and domain-based communication.

Her training engagements span diverse industries including BFSI, ITES, travel, technology, and consumer goods, with clients such as LoanTap, WPoets, Converges, Ritco Travels, Transcorp, Nutradried Pvt. Ltd., and several Fortune 500 companies (undisclosed by request).

Training & Impact

  • 12,000+ graduates placed successfully in BFSI and ITES domains.
  • Designed and delivered customized programs in English & Russian communication, leadership, collaboration, and corporate etiquette.
  • Proven success in enhancing employability with measurable outcomes.
  • Expertise in Train-the-Trainer initiatives, asynchronous learning modules, and blended learning strategies.

AI & Research Expertise

  • Recognized authority in AI prompt engineering from a language perspective.
  • Contributed to training major AI engines including Gemini and ChatGPT, focusing on literature, translation, and personalization.
  • Published thought leadership on AI personalization, multilingualism, and communication.

Academic Leadership

  • Former Dean of Students at TSCFM, Mumbai, where she designed BFSI-recognized certifications and authored standardized training assets.
  • Extensive teaching experience at Mumbai University, Delhi University, Shivaji University, National Defense Academy, and the Indian Navy.
  • Ph.D. in Russian Literature, University of Delhi.

Core Competencies

  • Corporate Training & Soft Skills Enablement
  • Business & Cross-Cultural Communication (English & Russian)
  • Leadership Development & Team Collaboration
  • Instructional Design & Curriculum Development
  • AI Quality Evaluation & Prompt Engineering

Key Achievements

  • 15,000+ professionals and students trained globally.
  • 79% success rate in IELTS/Versant assessments.
  • BFSI-recognized Business English certification authored.
  • Scalable digital learning solutions implemented across organizations.

Timeline

Syndicated trainer

Edstellar Solutions
09.2025 - Current

Principal consultant - Training & content

WPoets
11.2024 - Current

Sr. language trainer (Contract)

LoanTap
08.2024 - 11.2024

Chief language trainer (Contract)

WPoets
07.2024 - 10.2024

Dean of students

TSCFM
08.2018 - 07.2024

Assistant professor

Mumbai University
01.2016 - 06.2017

Assistant professor

Shivaji University
10.2010 - 10.2011

Assistant professor

National Defense Academy
07.2007 - 07.2009

Guest lecturer

Delhi University
10.2001 - 11.2006

Language instructor

Indian Navy
07.2001 - 10.2001

Ph.D. - Russian Literature

University of Delhi

M.Phil. - Russian Literature

University of Delhi

M.A. - Russian Language, Literature & Translation

University of Delhi

B.A. - Literature

University of Delhi

NET (UGC) - undefined

Dr. Shraddha SharmaCorporate Trainer