Faculty

Dean – Prof Abby Mathew

Abby
Qualification 1. DHMCT – Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology, Bombay, 1982 – First Class.
2. Post Diploma in Advanced Hospitality Management  IHM Bombay, 1983 – First Class.
3. Post Diploma in Teacher’s Training IHM Bombay, 1984 – First Class.
4. Hospitality Management Diploma – Educational Institute of American Hotel & Motel Association -1995.
5. Certified Hospitality Educator Educational Institute of American Hotel & Motel Association – 1996.
6. MA ( Public Administration) Annamalai University, 1996 – First Class.  
Awards 1. First rank holder in Post Diploma in Teacher’s Training.
2. Best Project Report in PDTT
Experience 1. Industry – Chef Trainee, Chef de partie, Sous Chef with Taj Mahal Hotel, Mumbai, 1982 to 1986.
2. Industry – Operations Manager with Guestline Days ( Mahindra Group) 1986 to 1993
3.Academic – Principal, M S Ramaiah College of Hotel Management 1993 to 2014
4. Academic – Dean, FHMCT, Ramaiah University of Applied sciences 2014 till date  
Research  Interest:
1.Food Production – Reinventing traditional cooking methods
2.Use of indigenous ingredients in modern cuisine

Expertise:
1.Food Production
2.Menu Engineering
3.Food and Beverage Management
4.Contemporary Gastronomy  
Presentations (Detailed list of Presentations) Conferences (Invited):
1.A 3 day workshop on NAAC – Effective peer team memberConference on Higher Education in India by HRD ministry, Government of India
2.Entrepreneurial Challenges and Opportunities in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry’, MSRCHM, 20th December 2013 
3.‘Facets of Hospitality: An Overview of the Accommodations’, MSRCHM, 24th August, 2012
4.‘Research Planning and Design in Hospitality Industry’ at MSRCHM, Bengaluru, 30th November 2011
5.‘Handling Gen. Next in Professional Colleges’, MSRCHM, Bengaluru, 29th November, 2011  
Conferences (Organized):
1.Facets of Hospitality: An Overview of the Accommodations’, MSRCHM, 24th August, 2012
2.‘Challenges and Opportunities in the Hospitality Industry, 3rd May, 2012  
Teaching  Modules Taught
1.BHM Food and Beverage Production Modules
2.BHM – Food and Beverage Management Modules
3.MBA – Hospitality Operations Modules
UG Thesis Advised:
1.ET Project
2.Hospitality Project
PG Thesis Advised:
1.Hospitality Project
Professional Memberships:
1.Member, Academic Council, Bangalore University – 3 terms.2.Syndicate Member, Bangalore University – 2 terms.
3.Chairman, Board of Exams, BUB – 4 terms.
4.Member LIC, BUB – 6 terms.
5.Member – Academic Council, Mysore University – 3 terms.
6.Peer Team Member, NAAC – 7 terms.  

Associate Dean – Prof. Neena Joshi

Neena
Qualification 1.Diploma in Hotel Management & Catering Technology – Institute of Hotel Management, Mumbai (1980–1983)
2.Bachelor’s Degree in Arts (Distance Learning)- Karnatak University (1983–1986)
3.MBA in Human Resources(Distance Learning)- Sikkim Manipal University (2010-2012)
Awards ‘Award of Excellence’ in Teaching from Gokula Education Foundation on September 2013
Experience 1. July 1995 – till date at M.S.Ramaiah College of Hotel Management  Bangalore, now Faculty of Hospitality Management and Catering Technology, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences
2.Associate Professor-Food and Beverage Production since 1995
3.Associate Dean-From December 2015
4.Academic Registrar-From July 2014 to December 2015
5.Academic Head-Food and Beverage Production-July 1995 to July 206.14June 1992 – July 1995 at K.L.E’s  S.Nijalingappa College, Bangalore, Lecturer – Food and Beverage Production
7.March 1990 – May 1992 at Holiday Inn, Bangalore, Sous Chef in charge of Bakery and Confectionery and Pastry Shop
8.August 1987 – March 1990 at Oberoi Flight Services  Mumbai , Chef de Partie in charge of the Bakery and Confectionery
9.July 1985 – August 1987 at Biocon India Private Limited, Bangalore , Bakery Technologist, responsible for developing enzyme based bread improvers and field testing the same in leading bakeries of Bangalore
10.June 1983 – July 1985 as Taj Residency Bangalore , Commis II, International Cuisine, Bakery and Confectionery
Research  Interest:
1. Contemporary Gastronomy, Food Waste and Environment Awareness, Urban Farming, Food Media Studies
Expertise: Professional:
1.Ability to develop curriculum for new hospitality courses
2.Skilled in menu planning, preparing and presenting a variety of cuisines.
3.Able to develop standard recipes and portion specifications following consumer tastes and nutritional needs.
4.Ability to explore new cooking avenues.
5.Thorough understanding of sanitation needs of the kitchen.
6.Ability to ensure standards of food quality and maintain optimum food costs
Academic
1.Ability to develop special skills in aspiring chefs
2.Strong Theoretical Knowledge
3.Passion for Food and Cooking
3.Strong Technical Cooking Skills
4.Organizational Skills
5.Problem Solving Skills
6.Excellent Communication Skills
Publications   Magazine Articles-Article on Michelin Starred Restaurants in a Hospitality Magazine
Presentations (Detailed list of Presentations) Conferences (Invited)
1. Presented a paper titled ‘Evolution of Tourism and the Community – Role of CSR in Sustainable Tourism Development at a Tourism Conference held at Garden City College, Bangalore
2.Presented a paper on Food Tourism in 2012
3.Presented a paper on Challenges of maintaining good hygiene and sanitation in commercial food production in 2011
4.Presented a paper on Bread Making Technology at Bakers Conference in Madurai in 1986.
Conferences (Organized): As member of SWMEE research centre 1.Two day International Convention on “Environment Protection through Sustainable Waste Management” on 3rd and 4th August 2018.
2.Regional Conference on ‘Challenges and Opportunities in Hospitality and Tourism Industry’  on May 3, 2012
Teaching  Modules Taught
Courses Taught at UG level BHM
International Cuisines and Cookery Specialisation
Interview Preparation
Food and Beverage Production Theory
Food Science, Safety and Nutrition
Environmental Studies
Patisserie & Culinary Art I
Food Media Studies
Menu Management

DTLL
BVoc
Nutrition and Food Science
French
Menu Planning
Environmental Studies
French
Basics of Baking
Advanced Baking
Function Catering
Short Term Courses for DTLL
UG Thesis Advised:
BHM
Industrial Exposure Training Project
Group Research Project
BVoc
Industrial Exposure Training Project  
Professional Memberships: Former Member of
1.South Indian Culinary Association
2.Indian Bakers Association
3.Food Lover’s Club
Achievements First Woman Chef in Bangalore
Played a significant role in training and placing students as chefs in well-known hotels from over 25 batches of undergraduates who are now successful in their careers
Involved in developing enzyme based bread improvers pioneered by Biocon India Limited
Developing contemporary curriculum to facilitate employability for Hospitality Students
Visited Lausanne, Switzerland in June 2010 on a Faculty Exchange Program
Planned and executed a Banquet menu in Indian cuisine in Lausanne for 60 Swiss Nationals eating Indian food for the first time

Academic Registrar – Ass. Prof Rashmi Koppar

Qualification PhD in Hotel Management, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences ( currently pursuing)
M.Sc. in Hotel Management, Annamalai University, 2010
Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resources Management, All India Institute for Management Studies, Chennai, 2000
Diploma in Hotel Management & Catering Technology, National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology, New Delhi, 1995  
Awards Award of Excellence-GEF-2013
Experience Academic Registrar, Faculty of Hospitality Management and Catering Technology, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, 2015 to now
Head of the Department, Front Office, Faculty of Hospitality Management and Catering Technology, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, 2014 – 2015
Head of the Department, Front Office, M. S. Ramaiah College of Hotel Management, 1998 – 2014
Guest Relations Executive, Taj Group of Hotels, 1997 – 1998
Housekeeping Executive, Oberoi Group of Hotels, 1995-1997
Research  • Interest:
Customer Relationship Management in Hospitality.
Hospitality Education
Millennials Studies
Social Media
Sanitation, Waste Management and Environmental Engineering
• Expertise:
Customer Relationship Management in Hospitality
Hospitality Education  
Publications (Detailed list of Publications) Ph.D. Dissertation:  
Undergoing since September 2017 from RUAS
National Conference Papers: ‘Niche Tourism in Karnataka’, International Conference on ‘Tourism and Universal Accessibility – Challenges and Opportunities’, St. Joseph’s College of Commerce, 7th September, 2016 
‘Challenges in Building Quality Research Environment in Higher Educational Institutions’, National Conference on ‘Research, Consultancy and Innovation In Higher Educational Institutions- Issues and Challenges’, Internal Quality Assurance Cell of M S Ramaiah College of Arts, Science and Commerce, 5th April, 2016 
Relativity Applies to Physics and Not Ethics’, Conference on ‘Transition – A National Conference on Effecting Changes in Hospitality and Tourism’, Garden City College, 16th August, 2012 
‘Impact of Social Media on Tourism and The Hospitality Industry’, Conference on ‘Challenges and Opportunities in the Hospitality Industry, 3rd May, 2012
National Journal Papers:
Movies/TV Series Based Tourism – A New concept on the rise’, Ripples Journal, Vol 5, ISSN:2229-6794
‘Generation Y Travellers’, Hospitality and Tourism, Journal of Research Papers and Original Articles, Vol 1, ISBN 978-81-925260-0-3‘Impact of Social Media on Tourism and Hospitality’, Journal of Management and Commerce, Vol 02, Issue 1, January 2015 
Magazine Articles:  
 “Accommodation Management”, Article published in My Education Guide , Jan 2013, IV Edition
Presentations (Detailed list of Presentations) Invited Lectures:
Guest lecturer in Christ University, KLE Education Society, Acharya Institute of Management Studies and Garden City College  
Conducted Management Development Programme for The Welcome LEAD Programme which is ITC Hotels path breaking programme in hospitality education which involves extensive hospitality training for a career in hospitality industry.  
Conducted Workshop for Conducted workshop on grooming and etiquette on 4th Sep 2018 at Faculty of Dental Sciences, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bangalore  
Conferences (Invited):
“New Methodology of Assessment & Accreditation by NAAC – Issues and Challenges”, Internal Quality Assurance Cell of M S Ramaiah College of Arts, Science and Commerce, 5th April 2011
International  conference on ‘Innovations in Municipal solid waste management and Best Practices for Circular Economy and Sustainable Environment’,13th -14th Feb 2019, B.I.E.C, Bengaluru.
‘Research Methodology and Data Analysis Using Statistical Tools’ , Karnataka Science and Technology Academy, 2nd – 4th January, 2019
‘Tourism and Universal Accessibility – Challenges and Opportunities’, St. Joseph’s College of Commerce, 7th September, 2016
‘Responsible Tourism and Rural Development: Emerging Opportunities and Challenges’, Jyoti Nivas College, 8th – 9th August, 2016
‘Intellectual Property Rights’, TIFAC, 27th July, 2016
‘Research, Consultancy and Innovation In Higher Educational Institutions- Issues and Challenges’, Internal Quality Assurance Cell of M S Ramaiah College of Arts, Science and Commerce, 5th April, 2016‘Cross Cultural Management in Global Business’, Acharya Bangalore B-School and Daito Bunka University, Tokyo, Japan, 27th and 28th December, 2013
‘Entrepreneurial Challenges and Opportunities in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry’, MSRCHM, 20th December 2013
Facets of Hospitality: An Overview of the Accommodations’, MSRCHM, 24th August, 2012
‘Transition – A National Conference on Effecting Changes in Hospitality and Tourism’, Garden City College, 16th August, 2012
‘Sustainable Tourism and Adventure Sports, Essen Communications, 5th August, 2012 
‘Challenges and Opportunities in the Hospitality Industry, 3rd May, 2012
‘Research Planning and Design in Hospitality Industry’ at MSRCHM, Bengaluru, 30th November 2011
‘Handling Gen. Next in Professional Colleges’, MSRCHM, Bengaluru, 29th November, 2011
‘Role of Teachers in Management of Career and Life’,  Sambharam College, 18th August, 2011
‘Building Front Office Personnel for the Future’, Christ University, 15th-16th September, 2009
‘Demand Enhancing Factors and Professional Teaching skills of Accommodation Management’, Christ University, 15th- 16th June, 2009 Quality Improvement Workshop in
“Research Methodology for Effective Project Guidance” conducted by IHMCT&AN, 17th-21st June, 2002Conference on Higher Education in India by HRD ministry, Government of India  
Conferences (Organized):
WTERT- RUAS along with Clean India, international  conference on “Innovations in Municipal solid waste management and Best Practises for Circular Economy and Sustainable Environment” on 13th -14th Feb 2018 at B.I.E.C, Bengaluru.
“Environment Protection through Sustainable Waste Management” held on 3rd and 4th August 2018 at Peenya Campus.
‘Facets of Hospitality: An Overview of the Accommodations’, MSRCHM, 24th August, 2012
‘Challenges and Opportunities in the Hospitality Industry’, 3rd May, 2012  
Teaching  Modules Taught:
BHM Front Office Modules
BHM Accommodation Management Modules
BHM Travel and Tourism Modules
BHM Resort Management Module
Personality Development Programme Modules
MBA Hospitality Modules
UG Thesis Advised:
Hospitality Group Project – ‘Development of Smart Travel Guide for Tourism in India’
PG MBA (HM) Thesis Advised:
Hospitality Group Project – ‘Impact of Mobile Device
Management in Customer Relationship Management at J W Marriott Bangalore’
MBA Dissertation – ‘Study of Potential Destinations in Sirsi and its Promotion by Developing Tourism Package’ by Prasanna Shetty
MBA Dissertation – ‘Analysis of Reviews on Travel
Agency Business Performance’ by Archisha Todi
Professional Memberships:
Instructor, Educational Institute, American Hotel and Motel Association
Member of Talk Temple, Corporate Training and Leadership Forum
Civil Defense
Achievements On Board of Studies, Christ Universities
On Board of Studies, Bangalore University
Developed Technical & Soft skills Training Modules for consultancies- Angsana Oasis Resort & Spa, Malleswaram Club, M S Ramaiah Memorial Hospital, ITC Hotels, Indian Air Force.
Developed and implemented hospitality curriculum
Sector Warden, Division number 18, Civil Defence, Bengaluru
First all women crew to complete a transcontinental expedition from Delhi to London by road
First all women crew to complete extreme terrain drive from Delhi to Lomanthang Nepal.
Speaker “Travel Diaries” at One Tribe India

Administrative Registrar – Rajesh S.

Rajesh
Qualification BSc ( HM & CS) MKU 1997
MTM MKU 2001
M. Phil MKU 2003
Experience From August 2014 to till date Administrative registrar &Assistant Professor – FHMCT, RUAS
From July 1998 to July 2014, Assistant Professor – MSRCHM
Industry – 1997 to 1998 – LRN Excellency
Research  Interest:
Flaxseed,  B12 &  Cissus Quadrangularis
Expertise:
Food and Beverage  
Presentations (Detailed list of Presentations) ‘The Food and Nutrition Forum’ at the International Trade Fair on 19th, 20th and 21st January 2018
Millets in Industrial Canteens on 15th December 2018 organized by Nutrition and Nutraceutical Research Center
‘New Beginnings- Workshop on Value Added Millet Products for Entrepreneurs’ on 21st August 2018 ‘New Beginnings’ organized by Nutrition and Nutraceutical Research Center
‘The Food and Nutrition Forum’ at the International Trade Fair on 18th, 19th and 20th January 2019
Smart Food Culinary Symposium on 5th December 2018 organized by Nutrition and Nutraceutical Research Center
Culinary Symposium on Millets on 20th December 2017 organized by Nutrition and Nutraceutical Research Center
Millet Foods for Dieticians and Chefs on 25th and 26th July 2017 organized by Nutrition and Nutraceutical Research Center  
Teaching   Modules Taught

Food & Beverage Service Theory
Food & Beverage Service- Practical
UG Thesis Advised:
Development of a small Notification Device in Hotels

FOOD AND BEVERAGE PRODUCTION

Head of the Department – Ms. Nagarekha C Palli, Associate Professor

Nagarekha
Qualification • Bachelor of Hotel Management, Bangalore University, 1996
• MBA (HR) at Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati, 2012
Experience Academic
• Instructor, Basic Training Centre Hotel and Catering, Bangalore Karnataka Govt, 1999-2000
• Lecturer (Part time), Vignan College of Hotel Management, Bangalore, 1998-2000
Courses: Food and Beverage Production – I, II and III year BHM
• Teaching (Present Role) – Associate Professor and Head – Food and Beverage Production, Faculty of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, 2000- 2019  

Industry
• Entrepreneur – Catering Business from 1997 to 2000, Bangalore
• Worked in the Food and Beverage Production department from 1996 to 1997 at Central Park Hotel Bangalore  
Research  Interest:
• Development of Prebiotic Foxtail Biscuits for Pre-diabetic Patients
• Development of Healthy, Convenience Soups- using a combination of millets and locally available grains and spices to optimise the nutritive and nutraceutical properties
• Evaluation of Cornmeal in Choux Buns for Gluten Intolerance
• Development of Probiotic Whey Jellies  
Expertise:
Food and Beverage Production  
Publications National Journal Papers:
• Nagarekha Palli, Priya Arjun, Santhana Krishnan, Kiran Kumar Reddy, 2017, Gluten Free Choux Buns Using Cornmeal” in Journal of Management and Commerce, RUAS
Magazine Articles :
• Nagarekha C Palli, Priya Arjun, Probiotics and Prebiotics – A Dynamic and essential Duo for Good Health – Reflections , Volume VIII, 2017
Presentations Invited Lectures:
• ‘Food Adulteration and Safety Measures’ at M.S Ramaiah Institute of Technology in 2013
Conferences (Invited):
• Workshop on Millet Dishes for Dietitians and Chefs in July 2017
• Talk and demonstration of ‘Good Living’ healthy dishes at various venues in Karnataka organised by Vijaya Karnataka
• Workshop on Art of Salad Making at Airforce Station Jalahalli in 2010
Conferences (Organized):
• Smart Food Culinary Symposium in December 2017 and 2018
• Was part of the organizing committee of the Food and Nutrition Forum at Organics and Millets 2018 and 2019 International Trade Fair
Posters :
• Nagarekha Palli, Priya Arjun, Anvitha Arani, Boga Teja, Vinesh , Diva Kumar Reddy, 2018, Novel Spicy Adjunct For Traditional Foods Enriched with Drumstick Leaves (Moringa oleifera L ) , Poster Presentation at IUFOST World Congress 2018
• Priya Arjun, Nagarekha Palli, Raghavendra T, Sreekanth N, 2018, Use of Probiotics in Value Added Jellies , Poster Presentation at IUFOST
• Sreekanth N, Nagarekha Palli, Priya Arjun, 2018, Gluten Free/ Low Gluten Bakery Products- Foods for Special Medical Purpose, Poster Presentation at IUFOST  
Teaching  Modules Taught
• BHM
Food Beverage Production
Fundamentals of Food and Beverage Production
Food and Beverage Production
Food and Beverage Production
Food and Beverage Production Operations
Special Culinary Art
• B Voc
Culinary Operations
Cooking Techniques
Basics of Indian Cooking
Organisation and Safety
Advanced Cooking Techniques
Catering Systems
Garde Manger
UG Thesis Advised:
• Development of Convenience Products using Macha Tea
• Development of Edible Straws using Millets as a Substitute for Plastic Straws
• Development of ‘Edible Stirrers’
• Ready to Use Seasoning or Topping to Suit Indian Palates
PG MS Thesis Advised:
• “Acceptance and introducing of millet dishes in standalone restaurant in Bangalore” MBA student
• Development of Cost Effective Convenience Products Using Tomatoes MBA students
Professional Memberships:
• Member of South Indian Culinary Association (IFCA South Region) Membership No:1540
Achievements • Letter of appreciation received from Joint Director of Agriculture, Government of Karnataka, for working with the Organizing committee for the workshop “Millet Foods for Chefs and Dietitians”
• Letter of appreciation received from Col R I Mullick, Commanding Officer and Lieutenant Colonel Naveen Bakshi, Officiating Commanding Officer, ASC Centre and College Bangalore for Issuing “Civil Certification of Chefs”

Associate Dean – Ms. Neena Joshi, Professor and Associate Dean

Neena

Mr. Shashi Sharma, Asst. Professor

MDD
Qualification BHM – Bangalore
CFN – IGNOU
MBA (HR) – EIILM University ( Distance education)
Technical Qualification
Lead auditor training course on Food Safety Management System, ISO 22000 -2005
Experience 2006 till date Ramaiah university
2000 to 2006 – T John college Bangalore University
July 1997 to October 1999 in Little Wood International now taken over by (Westside, the TATA property) coffee shop
1994 to 1996 – In Banquets both in F&B Service and in Production Department
Research  • Interest:
Nutrition and Nutraceutical Research Center-RUAS
• Expertise:
Food safety , Product development- Millets, Low carb Flour, Recipe development, Meat analog
Presentations (Detailed list of Presentations) • Invited Lectures:
Food Hygiene and Serving Etiquette – Vidya Shilp Academy
• Conferences (Invited):
Talks and demonstration on healthy eating and good leaving
Workshop on millet dishes for dietitian and chefs
Workshop on millet dishes for Entrepreneur and startups
• Conferences (Organized):
Smart food culinary symposium 2017-18 – GoK
Food and nutrition forum at organic millet fare 2018-19 – GoK
International trade fare 2019 – GoK
• Conferences (Presented )
Poster presentation on Maakhanphal -IUfost
Teaching  • Modules Taught :
BHM –
F&B production
FSSN –II sem
B Voc –
Culinary Operations Production Modules
• UG Thesis Advised:
Tea for sour throat
Came fledge palate cleansers
• Professional Memberships:
South India Culinary Association (SICA)

Mr. Shyam Prasad, Asst. Professor

MDD
Qualification • BHM MBA (HR)
• Mangalore University / Sikkim Manipal University, 1992 / 2008
Experience Academic – 21 years
Asst. Lecturer – IPSM 1992-1994
Lecturer – KLE – 1999 – 2001
PES – 2002-2003
Sr. Lecturer – Acharya Institute – 2003 – 2008
Asst Professor – MSRCHM and MSRUAS- 2008 to Till date
Industry – 5 years
Hotel Quality Inn Aruna – CDP (Trainee) – 1994 – 1996
Hotel Day’s Inn – CDP – 1996 – 1997
Hotel Capitol – Jr. Sous Chef – 1997 – 2000
Research  Interest:
NNRC
Expertise:
Product Development of millet based products.  
Presentations (Detailed list of Presentations) Invited Lectures:
• MSRIT Workshop on Food Adulteration and Safety Measures – 2017
Conferences (Invited):
• Talk and Demonstration on Healthy eating and Good living – Vijaya Karnataka
• Workshop on Millet dishes for Chefs and Dietician – GoK
• Workshop on Millet dishes for Entrepreneurs and Startups – GoK
Conferences (Organized):
• Smart food culinary symposium – GoK – 2017 and 18
• Food and Nutrition forum at organic millet fair – GoK – 2018 and 2019
• International Trade Fair – GoK – 2019
Posters:
• Evaluation of Makanpal as an healthy substitute for bakery fat in specialty products
Teaching  Modules Taught:
• BHM
Food & Beverage Production
Bvoc Modules
• UG Thesis Advised:
Project guided:
Replacement of butter with avocado
Lacto fermentation on food products
Gluten free products
Professional Memberships:
South India Culinary Association. Membership No:1543

Mr. Sridhar Krishnan, Asst. Professor

Sridhar
Qualification • BHM – Bangalore University
• MSc.Hotel Management – Annamalai University
Experience Academic
Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences – Faculty of Hospitality Management and Catering Technology – 4years
T.John College Of Hotel Management- Associate professor – 1year
T.John College Of Hotel Management -Assistant Professor & Head of Bakery and Confectionery -5 years
T.John College Of Hotel Management – Head of the Department BHM -3years
Research
Presently Pursuing – Development of nutrition and nutraceutical products at – Nutrition and Nutraceutical Research Centre (NNRC – RUAS ) 1.5 years
Industry
Sweet chariot Bakery and Confectionery -1year
The Oberoi – Rajvils – Jaipur , Udaivilas – Udaipur – 4years
Research  • Interest:
Nutrition and Nutraceutical Research Centre (NNRC)- RUAS
• Expertise:
Product Development, Millet Based healthy bakery products, Developing Healthy Bakery Products, study on substitute of healthy fat in bakery, study on anti-oxidants in green tea, develop Stevia sugar free Indian and continental desserts, developing products using millets
Presentations (Detailed list of Presentations) • Invited Lectures:
Conferences (Invited): Talk & Demonstration on Healthy Eating and Good Living – Vijay Karnataka
Workshop on millet dishes for dietician and chefs- GoK
Workshop on millet dishes for entrepreneurs and startups-GoK
• Conferences (Organized):
Smart food culinary challenge 2017 & 2018- GoK
Food and Nutrition Forum at Organic millet fair 2018 & 2019
International trade fare -2019 –GoK
• Presentation :
Evaluation of Makhanphal as a Healthy Substitute for
Bakery Fat in Specialty Products- IUFOST 2018- World Congress of Food Science and Technolog
Teaching  • Modules Taught
BHM- Food and Beverage production – 5th, 6th 7th Semester Theory and Practical
Bvoc – Advance Diploma, Degree
UG Thesis Advised:
Lacto Fermentation In Food Production
Replacing of Butter with Avacado in Bakery products
Gluten Free Products (waffles, ice-cream cones)
Sugar free/ Stevia Indian Desserts
Study on anti-oxidant and product developing using matcha tea
Professional Memberships:
South Indian Culinary Association-1541

Mr. Manish Kumar Khorwal, Asst. Professor

Manish
Qualification • M. Sc in Hospitality in 2015 from IHM Bangalore.
• B. Sc in H & HA in 2013 from IHM Srinagar
Experience • Assistant Professor ( Food Production ) at Ramaiah University ( Bangalore) from September 2017
• Teaching Associate ( Food Production ) at IHM Srinagar ( J & K ) from July 2015 to September 2017
• Kitchen Executive at Café coffee Day Lounge Delhi from December 2011 to June 2012
Research  Interest:
NNRC ( Nutrition and Nutraceutical Research Centre )
Expertise:
Development of Millet based Products  
Presentations (Detailed list of Presentations)
Conferences (Invited):
• Talk and Demonstration on Healthy eating and Good Living ( Vijay Karnataka )
• Workshop on Millets dishes for Entrepreneurs and startups
Conferences (Organized):
• Smart food culinary Symposium challenge 2017 & 2018 _ GoK
• Food and Nutrition forum at organic millet fair 2018 -2019 ¬¬_ GoK
• International Trade Fair 2019 _ GoKK
Teaching  Module Taught ( BHM )
• Food Science, safety & Nutrition
• Food and Beverage Production Theory and Practical
Module Taught ( B.Voc)
• Basics of Indian Cooking
• Food Science, safety & Nutrition
• Operation management ( Catering )
• Advance Cooking Technique
• Basics of Pan- Asian Cuisine
• Oriental cuisine
• Facilities Planning & Equipment
• Identification & Classification of commodities
• Cooking Techniques
UG Thesis Advised:
• Sugar free Stevia bakery Products
• Herbal Tea for sore throat  


FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICE


Head of the Department – Ms. Priya Arjun, Associate Professor

Qualification • MSc in Tourism and Hospitality Management , Madurai Kamaraj University, 2015
• Diploma in Hotel Management and Catering Technology , Institute of Hotel Management , 1990
Awards ‘Award of  Excellence 2012’ on International Women’s Day  by Gokula Education Foundation (Health Sciences)Award  for  ‘Knowledge in  Wines  and Blind Tasting ‘  by Alpine Wineries 
Experience • Head of the Department and Assoc Prof – Food and Beverage Service- Faculty of Hospitality Management and Catering Technology, 204 to date
• Food and Beverage Service Lecturer , Ramaiah College of Hotel Management , 1999 to 2014
• Food and Beverage Service Department , Taj Residency, Bangalore , 1990 to 1993
Research  • Interest: Nutrition and Nutraceuticals
Development of low cost food and beverage products using indigenous ingredients to improve the nutritional status of Indians
Smart Food
Prebiotics and Probiotics
Sericin
Food and Beverage
Development of low cost beverages and substitutes for bar ingredients
• Expertise: Food and Beverage Service
Publications (Detailed list of Publications)   National Journal Papers:
• Nagarekha Palli, Priya Arjun, Santhana Krishnan, 2017, Gluten Free Choux Buns Using Cornmeal” in Journal of Management and Commerce, RUAS
Magazine Articles
• Nagarekha C Palli, Priya Arjun, Probiotics and Prebiotics – A Dynamic and essential Duo for Good Health – Reflections , Volume VIII, 2017
• “Hospitality Management – A catalyst to a bright future”. Article published in My Education Guide , Jan 2013, IV Edition
Presentations   Conference Presentation
Priya Arjun, Priyanka H, Marketing of Alcohol in Karnataka- Challenges and Opportunities, Regional Conference on Challenges and Opportunities in Hospitality and Tourism Industry , 3rd May 2012
Posters
• Priya Arjun, Nagarekha Palli, Raghavendra T, Sreekanth N, 2018, Use of Probiotics in Value Added Jellies , Poster Presentation at IUFOST, in My Education Guide World Congress 2018
• Nagarekha Palli, Priya Arjun, Anvitha Arani, Boga Teja, Vinesh , Diva Kumar Reddy, 2018, Novel Spicy Adjunct For Traditional Foods Enriched with Drumstick Leaves (Moringa oleifera L ) , Poster Presentation at IUFOST World Congress 2018
• Sreekanth N, Nagarekha Palli, Priya Arjun, 2018, Gluten Free/ Low Gluten Bakery Products- Foods for Special Medical Purpose, Poster Presentation at IUFOST, World Congress 2018
• Shashi Binani, Dr. Basavaraj, Priya Arjun, 2018,Multifarious Benefits of Black Garlic in Health and Nutrition, Poster Presentation at IUFOST , World Congress 2018
• Invited Lectures:
Conferences (Invited)
• Prospects of Introducing Ayurveda based diet in the Mid-Day Meal Programme of The Akshaya Patra Foundation at ISKON, 16th May 2019
• Application of Silk for Food Products and Nutraceuticals . Industry – Institute Workshop , Central Silk Technological Research Institute ,18th March 2019
• The Challenges of Providing Healthy Foods in the Workplace , Arogyas Healthy Workplace Conference , 14th November 2018
Conferences (Organized):
• Food and Nutrition Forum for two consecutive years at the Organics and Millets -International Trade Fair 2018 and the Organics and Millets -International Trade Fair 2019 in association with Karnataka State Department of Agriculture , Government of Karnataka, Indian Dietetics Association, South India Chef’s Association and International Crops Research Institute for Semi- Arid Tropics .
• Smart Food Culinary Symposium for two consecutive years Chefs and Restaurant Entrepreneurs in 20th December 2018 and 7th December 2017 in association with Karnataka State Department of Agriculture , Government of Karnataka and International Crops Research Institute for Semi- Arid Tropics
• Workshop on Millet Products for Chefs and Nutritionists on 25th and 26th July 2017 in association with Karnataka State Department of Agriculture , Government of Karnataka
• Workshop on Introducing Smart Food into Industrial Catering Menus in association with Karnataka State Department of Agriculture , Government of Karnataka and International Crop Research Institute for Semi-Arid Crops on 15th December 2018
• New Beginnings- A Workshop on Value Added Millet Products for Budding Entrepreneurs in association with Food Karnataka Ltd. Government of Karnataka on 21st August 2018
Teaching  Modules Taught
• Hospitality Operations Management – MBA in Hospitality Management
• Food and Beverage Service – Theory
• Food and Beverage Service – Practical
• Food and Beverage Management
• Hospitality Service Operation
• Restaurant Entrepreneurship
UG Thesis Advised:
• Development of Fruit Infused Craft Beer Using Millets
• Development of Sorghum bicolor (Jowar) Beer
• Acceptance and Introduction of Millet Dishes in Restaurant Menus in Bangalore
• Development of a Cost Effective Substitute for Angostura Bitters
• Development of a Crafted Aerated Beverage as a Substitute for Tonic
• Development of a Frozen Mixer for Cocktails
• Development of a Smart Notification Device for Staff in Hotels
• Development of Veggie Cuppa
• Enhancing Food and Beverage Operations in Ramaiah Memorial Hospital
• Evaluation of Impact of Introducing Menu Labelling On Pan Asian A la Carte Menu
PG Thesis Advised:
• Study of Business Strategy of ‘Online Liquor Delivery’
• Empirical Study of ‘Bar Stock Exchange Pricing’ at Pubs in Bangalore
• Compliance of FSSAI Guidelines by Juice Vendors in Mathikere
• Need for Quality Management Systems in Food Business Operators in Mathikere
• Feasibility Study of a Stand Alone Multi Cuisine Restaurant in Moodabidri , Mangalore
• Development of Cost Effective Convenience Products Using Tomatoes
• Effects of Inventory Management on Profit Maximisation at Le Arabia, Bangalore
• Enhancing Operational Efficiency and Profitability at Kebab Studio, GoldFinch Hotels  
Achievements • Received a Letter of Appreciation from Shri Krishna Byre Gowda, Agriculture Minister , GoK for organising the Food and Nutrition Forum at the Organics and Millets – 2018 International Trade Fair
• Received a Letter of Appreciation from Dr. V. Guruprasad , CE, Gokula Education Foundation , for organising lunch for UNIDO Conference and dinner for a special foreign delegation

Mr. Rajesh S, Administrative Registrar and Asst. Professor

Mr. Sreekanth N, Asst. Professor

Qualification • MBA, Karnataka State Open University -2009
• BHM ,Bangalore University -2006
Experience • Academic:
August 2014-till date – Assistant Professor ,Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bangalore
July 2011-July 2014 – Assistant Professor ,M.S. Ramaiah College of Hotel Management, Bangalore
July 2007 – June 2011 – Lecturer ,The Oxford College of Hotel Management, Bangalore
• Industry : June 2006 – June 2007 – Le Méridien, Bangalore
Research    • Interest: Development of products using millets ,sericin and probiotics
• Expertise: Food and Beverage Service  
Presentations (Detailed list of Presentations) • Conferences (Organized):
• Food and Nutrition Forum for two consecutive years at the Organics and Millets -International Trade Fair 2018 and the Organics and Millets -International Trade Fair 2019 in association with Karnataka State Department of Agriculture , Government of Karnataka, Indian Dietetics Association, South India Chef’s Association and International Crops Research Institute for Semi- Arid Tropics .
• Smart Food Culinary Symposium for two consecutive years Chefs and Restaurant Entrepreneurs in 20th December 2018 and 7th December 2017 in association with Karnataka State Department of Agriculture , Government of Karnataka and International Crops Research Institute for Semi- Arid Tropics
• Workshop on Millet Products for Chefs and Nutritionists on 25th and 26th July 2017 in association with Karnataka State Department of Agriculture , Government of Karnataka
• Workshop on Introducing Smart Food into Industrial Catering Menus in association with Karnataka State Department of Agriculture , Government of Karnataka and International Crop Research Institute for Semi-Arid Crops on 15th December 2018
• New Beginnings- A Workshop on Value Added Millet Products for Budding Entrepreneurs in association with Food Karnataka Ltd. Government of Karnataka on 21st August 2018
Poster presentation
Priya Arjun, Nagarekha Palli, Raghavendra T, Sreekanth N, 2018, Use of Probiotics in Value Added Jellies , Poster Presentation at IUFOST, in World Congress 2018
Sreekanth N, Nagarekha Palli, Priya Arjun, 2018, Gluten Free/ Low Gluten Bakery Products- Foods for Special Medical Purpose, Poster Presentation at IUFOST, World Congress 2018
Teaching  • Modules Taught –UG
Food & Beverage Service Theory
Food & Beverage Service Practical
Fast Food Chain Operation
Hospitality Service Operation
• UG Thesis Advised:
Development of Fruit Infused Craft Beer Using Millets
Evaluation of Impact of Introducing Menu Labelling On Pan Asian A la Carte Menu
Development of Sorghum bicolor (Jowar) Beer
Development of Veggie Cuppa
Development of a Crafted Aerated Beverage as a Substitute for Tonic
Enhancing Food and Beverage Operations in Ramaiah Memorial Hospital

Mr. T. Raghavendra, Asst. Professor

Qualification • Msc in Hospitality Administration-Institute of Hotel Management, Bengalure ,2015
• Bachelors of Hotel management and Catering Technology, Osmania university , 2009
Experience Academics :
• Asst Professor- Food and Beverage service, Ramaiah University of Applied sciences, Bengalure,2017 to date
• Food and Beverage service Lecture, Institute of Hotel Management, Hyderabad,2012 to 2013
• Food and Beverage service Lecturer, Shri Shakthi college of Hotel Management, Osmania university, Hyderabad,2011 to 2012
Industry:
• Training Manager ,Residency Towers,Coimbatore,2016 to 2017
• Head Mixologist ,Shangri-La Hotel ,Bengaluru,2015 to 2016
• Guest Service Executive, Dominos Pizza, Bengaluru, 2013 to 2015
• Food and Beverage service department,Taj Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad, 2010to2011
• Food and Beverage service department, Westin, Hyderabad, 2009to2010                 
Research  • Interest: Malting, Beverages
• Expertise: Food and Beverage service
Presentations (Detailed list of Presentations) • Conferences (Invited): Use of Probiotics in Value Added Jellies , Poster Presentation at IUFOST, World Congress 2018
Conferences (Organized):
• Food and Nutrition Forum for two consecutive years at the Organics and Millets -International Trade Fair 2018 and the Organics and Millets -International Trade Fair 2019 in association with Karnataka State Department of Agriculture , Government of Karnataka, Indian Dietetics Association, South India Chef’s Association and International Crops Research Institute for Semi- Arid Tropics .
• Smart Food Culinary Symposium for two consecutive years Chefs and Restaurant Entrepreneurs in 20th December 2018 and 7th December 2017 in association with Karnataka State Department of Agriculture , Government of Karnataka and International Crops Research Institute for Semi- Arid Tropics
• Workshop on Introducing Smart Food into Industrial Catering Menus in association with Karnataka State Department of Agriculture , Government of Karnataka and International Crop Research Institute for Semi-Arid Crops on 15th December 2018
• New Beginnings- A Workshop on Value Added Millet Products for Budding Entrepreneurs in association with Food Karnataka Ltd. Government of Karnataka on 21st August 2018
Teaching  Modules Taught:
• Food & Beverage Service Practical
• Food & Beverage Service Theory
• Hospitality Service Operation
• Bar and Beverage Management
UG Thesis Advised:
• Development of a Cost Effective Substitute for Angostura Bitters
• Development of a Crafted Aerated Beverage as a Substitute for Tonic
• Development of a Frozen Mixer for Cocktails
• Development of Edible Shot glass
PG Thesis Advised:
• Study of Business Strategy of ‘Online Liquor Delivery’
• Empirical Study of ‘Bar Stock Exchange Pricing’ at Pubs in Bangalore
• Effects of Inventory Management on Profit Maximisation at Le Arabia, Bangalore
• Enhancing Operational Efficiency and Profitability at Kebab Studio, Gold Finch Hotels
Achievements Awarded WSET Level 2 from Wines and spirits Educational Tru

FRONT OFFICE

Head of the Department – Ms. Shirin Kariappa, Asst.Professor

Qualification • Pursuing Phd On Emotional Intelligence Of Students Of Hospitality At Ramaiah University Of Applied Sciences, Bangalore (2018 Onwards)
• M.Sc In Hotel Management (2011 – 2013) from Annamalai University
• PGDM In Guest Service Management (2008 – 2010) from
The Oberoi Centre Of Learning and Development — New Delhi, India
• Systematic Training and Education Program (2005-2008)
from The Oberoi Centre Of Learning And Development — New Delhi, India
• Bachelor in Tourism Studies (2005 – 2008) From IGNOU — New Delhi, India
Experience • Assistant Professor and HOD-Front Office at Faculty of Hospitality Management & Catering Technology, Ramaiah University Of Applied Sciences, Bangalore, India (May 2016 – Till Date)
• Army Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology – Bangalore, India (February 2011 – April 2016)
• Assistant Manager – Food & Beverage Service at The Oberoi — New Delhi, India (June 2010 – February 2012)
• Guest Service Management Associate at The Oberoi Center For Learning And Development, New Delhi (July 2008 – June 2010)
• Step Associate at Trident, Gurgaon (June 2005 – June2008)  
Research  • Interest: Emotional Intelligence in the Hospitality Industry and Nutrition and Nutraceuticals
• Expertise: Emotional Intelligence in the Hospitality Industry  
Presentations  • Invited Lectures: ‘Facilities Planning’ at Mount Carmel College in August 2015
• Conferences (Invited):
Presented a paper on Niche Tourism – Unlocking access to new destinations in Karnataka at an International Conference at St. Josephs’s College of Commerce (Autonomous) on 2nd September 2016
National Conference on Responsible Tourism and Rural Development: Emerging Opportunities and Challenges on 9th and 10th August 2016 at Jyoti Nivas College
• Conferences (Organized):
The Food and Nutrition Forum’ at the International Trade Fair on 19th, 20th and 21st January 2018
Smart Food Culinary Challenge for Young Chefs on 19th Jan 2019 organized by Nutrition and Nutraceutical Research Center
Millets in Industrial Canteens on 15th December 2018 organized by Nutrition and Nutraceutical Research Center
‘New Beginnings- Workshop on Value Added Millet Products for Entrepreneurs’ on 21st August 2018 ‘New Beginnings’ organized by Nutrition and Nutraceutical Research Center
‘The Food and Nutrition Forum’ at the International Trade Fair on 18th, 19th and 20th January 2019
Smart Food Culinary Symposium on 5th December 2018 organized by Nutrition and Nutraceutical Research Center
Culinary Symposium on Millets on 20th December 2017 organized by Nutrition and Nutraceutical Research Center
Millet Foods for Dieticians and Chefs on 25th and 26th July 2017 organized by Nutrition and Nutraceutical Research Center
National Conference on Emerging Trends in The Hospitality Industry at Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences on 12 & 14 January 2017
National Conference on HR Policies in Hotels at Army Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology on 25th Feb 2016  
Teaching  • Modules Taught: Front Office Management, Revenue Management, Hospitality Communication, Food Science and Nutrition, Food and Beverage Service, Hospitality Event Management, Resort Management & MICE
• UG Thesis Advised: Development of Vetiver Air Cooler; Development of an Automated Parking System in Hotels; Development of a Software ‘ My Voice Butler’ for Hotels; Development of ‘My Event Manager’ App, Development of an Employee Tracking Device ‘TracQ’ using RFID Technology
• PG MS Thesis Advised: Empirical Study of Farm Tourism in Kodagu District, Empirical Study of Honnemardu as an Emerging Tourist Destination
Achievements ·      • CERTIFIED DEPARTMENTAL TRAINER (CDT- 2010) at THE OBEROI HOTELS AND RESORTS, WORLDWIDE
• The Oberoi Patisserie and Delicatessen, New Delhi, was awarded Times Good Guide Award for Best Restaurant in New Delhi in 2010 during my tenure

Ms. Rashmi Koppar, Academic Registrar and Associate Professor

Mr. Viswanath Srivaths Krishnan, Lecturer

Qualification • Currently Pursuing Masters in travel and tourism management from IGNOU
• 2013 BSc. (Hotel and Hospitality Administration) IHM bangalore & IGNOU
Experience • 2017 May to present – Lecturer, Front Office – FHMCT, RUAS
• 2016 – 2017 – Duty Manager, Fortune Select JP Cosmos
• 2016 – Asst. Manager Front Office – Holiday Inn Bangalore
• 2015 – Front Office Executive – Holiday Inn Pune
• 2013 – 2015 – Team Leader, Front Office – Holiday Inn Cochin
• 2011 – 2012 – Customer Service Executive – Croma Brigade road
Research  Interest: Renewable energy solutions, Innovative methods of marketing tourism
Teaching  • Front Office Theory and Practical Courses
• Airline and airport management
• Ancillary Hospitality Sectors
• Hospitality Information Systems  

Mr. Rajkumar Dey, Assistant Professor

Qualification Educational Profile:
• Diploma- Diploma In Hotel Management Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition 2004-2007(West Bengal state council of Technical Education)
• Advanced Professional Diploma In Strategic Hospitality Management 2009- 2010 (Kings Langley College Of Management, Edexell ) London United Kingdom
• MBA Human resource 2010-2011(University of Sunderland) United Kingdom
Awards Employee of the year 2009 ( IBIS LONDON DOCKLAND)
Experience Work Experience & Industrial Exposure:
Hospitality Trainer Under Lincoln University Academy of Culinary Art (Nepal) April 2017 to Jan 2018
Assistant Manager Hyatt Hotels India (2015 to Jan 2018)
Worked with Accor UK & Ireland & India (May 2008 to 2015)
Mercure Hyderabad (Duty Manager PRE-OPENING) by Accor India
Mercure London Greenwich (Guest Service Manager PRE-OPENING) Accor UK & Ireland
Sofitel London ST James (A Luxury 5-star hotel at ST James Park, London)
(Night Manager) Accor UK & Ireland
IBIS London Wembley (Team Leader) Accor UK & Ireland
IBIS London Dockland (Night Auditor) Accor UK & Ireland
Ginger Hotel Baroda Gujarat, India (Support Service Associate) A Tata Enterprise i
The Park, (Internship 06 month in the year 2005) Vishakhapatnam, India  
Research  Interest: Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Publications (Detailed list of Publications) • National Conference Papers: Contemporary Issues and Challenges of Hospitality Sector: A case- Study on Staff Turnover and Motivation with Special Reference to Ibis Hotel, London
• International Conference Papers:
• National Journal Papers: Contemporary Issues and Challenges of Hospitality Sector: A case- Study on Staff Turnover and Motivation with Special Reference to Ibis Hotel, London (National Journal of Jyoti Research Academy
• Book Authored: Dey Rajkumar(National Journal of Jyoti Research Academy)
Teaching  Modules Taught : Front Office Operation
Achievements Paper publication National Journal of Jyoti Research Academy

Ms. Pratisha Baruah, Asst. Professor

Qualification • MA. Tourism Management, Madurai Kamaraj University, 2014
• BHM, M.S.Ramaiah College of Hotel Management, Bangalore University, 2004
Experience Academic:
1) Ramaiah University (Faculty of Hospitality Management and Catering Tech)
 Duration: June 2011 – June 2017, Aug 2018 – till date
 Designation: Asst. Professor- Front Office Department
2) Daffodils English School
 Duration: June 2010 – May 2011
 Designation: Class Teacher(VII Std)
Industry
1) Oberoi, Bengaluru
 Duration: Oct 2006 – May 2007
 Designation: Banquet Sales Supervisor
2) Halliburton Logging and Drilling Services Asia Ltd.
 Duration: Oct 2004-March 2006
 Designation: HR-Admin-Executive
3) Taj Westend Bengaluru
 Duration: June 2004-Sep 2004
 Designation: Front Office Executive
Research
 Active member of the Sanitation Waste Management and Environmental Engineering Research Centre, Ramaiah University
Research  • Interest: Hospitality and Tourism
• Expertise: Hospitality, Front Office  
Publications (Detailed list of Publications) • National Conference Papers:
 Published research paper titled: “Innovations leading to skill development in students”, in the book bearing ISBN 978-81-927564-1-7.
 Participated and presented paper in the Regional Conference on “Facets of Hospitality: An overview of Accommodations”. The title of the paper was “Guest Complaint Management”. Paper got published in a Journal.
• International Conference Papers:
 Presented paper entitled “Sustainability in waste management-A comparative study on urban vs rural hotels”, at the International Conference on Innovations in Municipal Solid Waste Management and Best Practices for Circular Economy and Sustainable Environment-2019 organized by Clean India Technology in association with Waste to Energy Research and Technology Council (WTERT-India), Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru at International Exhibition Centre, Bengaluru. Full paper to be published in “Clean India Journal”.
• National Journal Papers:
 “Facets of Hospitality: An overview of Accommodations”. The title of the paper was “Guest Complaint Management”.
 “Sustainability in waste management-A comparative study on urban vs rural hotels”- Clean India Journal  
Presentations (Detailed list of Presentations) • Invited Lectures:
Conducted Management Development Programme for:
 The Welcome LEAD Programme which is ITC Hotels path breaking programme in hospitality education which involves extensive hospitality training for a career in hospitality industry.
Conducted Workshop for:
 Conducted workshop on grooming and etiquette on 4th Sep 2018 at Faculty of Dental Sciences, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bangalore
• Conferences (Invited):
 Participated in the National Conference on “Entrepreneurial Challenges and Opportunities in Hospitality and Tourism Industry” and presented a paper on “Waste Management Challenges of the Hospitality Industry” held at Ramaiah University in association with Karnataka Tourism Forum.
 Participated and presented paper in the International Seminar on “Tourism and Universal Accessibility- Challenges and Opportunities” held at St. Joseph’s College of Commerce. The title of the paper was “Niche Tourism in Karnataka”.  
Teaching  • Modules Taught: Front Office Management, Accommodation Management, Travel and Tourism Management, Resort Management
• UG Thesis Advised:
 Supervised dissertation on Hospitality Management Core Subjects for Bangalore University students.
• PG Thesis Advised:
 Supervisor for MBA dissertation titled “Analysis of Online Reviews on Travel Agencies Business Performance” under Ramaiah University.

HOUSEKEEPING

Head of the Department – Ms. Sandhya Anilkumar, Associate Professor

Qualification • Diploma in Hotel Management and Catering Technology (DHMCT), Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, IHM Trivandrum
• Masters in Tourism Management (MTM), Madhurai Kamaraj University
• Pursuing PhD, RUAS
Experience HOD, Housekeeping and Head Hospitality Club: August 2014 and August 2018 onwards
• Developing and delivering the curriculum
• Setting, reviewing and assessing exam question papers, assignments
• Conducting departmental meetings
• Vendor management
• Disseminating the role of a Proctor and Proctor leader
• Performing research activities
• Coordinate cultural activities for Akaira, RUAS festival
• Plan and implement intercollegiate events
• Inventory Management
• External Examiner for other universities
• Organising seminars and workshops
• Mentoring UG group project
• Delivering MBA sessions (HK related)
• Developing Hospital Housekeeping module and conducting training for the staff
• Coordinating IET assessment and conducting viva for the same
• Member of BOS
External Expert and Content Writer, Latitude Edutech: Dec 2013 to April 2014 (Freelance)
• Developing e-learning modules on Management topics.
Trainer and External verifier, Manipal City and Guilds: Dec 2013 to April 2014 (Freelance)
• Conducting front office and housekeeping certification courses for Army and Air force personnel.
Content developer, Learning Links Foundation: 2012- 2013
• Created TI’s – Teaching Ideas and AFL’s – Assessment For Learning using the assigned templates.
• Designed a range of activities like case study, worksheet, show and tell, concept map etc for the teachers to be able to facilitate the contents of the chapters.
• Created a number of assessment tools to identify the performance and level of understanding of the students.
Trainer, Frankfinn Institute of Airhostess Training, Koramangala : 2005 till 2011
• Conducted Professional Etiquette training for Corporates and staff.
• Conducted sessions on interviewing skills, customer service for faculty.
• Handled modules on Front-office, House-keeping, F& B Service and F&B Production.
• Imparted training based on Institute of Commercial Management (ICM), UK / Edexcel, the UK’s largest qualifications provider
• Was selected as the I.V.( Internal Verifier) for ICM and Edexcel to assess students work from the entire South India region
• Handled specialized research on Hospitality.
• Conducted practical sessions on PMS (Property Management System) – Fidelio
• Member of the Regional (south) Editorial Board for students’ online journal
• Actively organized cultural and inter-branch competitions
Lecturer, Army Institute of Hotel Management: 2003 till 2005
• Conducted classes on Travel and Tourism for the 4yr BHM students
• Conducted classes on Accommodation Management
• Mentored students in Housekeeping specialization
• Conducted practical exams, viva-voce for Bangalore University
Faculty and Training Coordinator, Hindustan Academy College of Hotel Management: 2001-2003
• Coordinated training and placements
• Conducted classes on Housekeeping.
Faculty, Woodland College of Hotel management: 1999-2001
• Conducted classes in House-Keeping Operations
Faculty, M.S. Ramaiah College of Hotel Management: 1995-1998
• Conducted classes in House-Keeping Operations
• Conducted inter-college competitions
• Coordinated and conducted American Hotel and Lodging Association
• Classes (AHLA)
• Was involved in exam answer paper valuation with the Bangalore and Mangalore Universities.
Senior Asst. Housekeeper, Taj Westend, Bangalore: 1994-1995
• Responsible for Housekeeping operations
Asst. Housekeeper, Taj Connemara, Chennai: 1993-1994
• Responsible for Housekeeping operations  
Research  • Interest: Sustainability in Hotel Operations
Publications (Detailed list of Publications) • Ph.D. Dissertation:
• International Conference Papers:
Presented a paper in an Intl Conference on Innovations in MSWM and Best practices for Circular Economy and Sustainable Environment, 13 and 14 Feb 2019
• Patents:
Co- patentee in development of an Intelligent Dustbin for specially- abled Hotel Guests
• Magazine Articles
Published article in Renaissance Vani
Published articles in E- newsletter, Voice of Housekeepers, Professional Housekeepers Association  
Presentations (Detailed list of Presentations) • Conferences (Organized):
National conference for Sanitation and Waste Management Research Cell
Teaching  Modules Taught:
Housekeeping Theory and Practical
Environmental Science
Travel and Tourism Management
Hospitality for Home
Hotel Interiors
Linen and Laundry Management
Housekeeping Entrepreneurship-
MBA – Housekeeping module
Hotel Facilities Planning and Maintenance

Ms. Supriya Rao, Assistant Professor

Qualification • 3 year Diploma in Hotel Management – Institute of hotel management and catering Technology, Mumbai 1980-1983
• 1 year Post Diploma in Advanced Hospitality management- Institute of hotel management and catering Technology, Mumbai 1983-1984
• 2 year MA in Tourism Management- Madurai Kamaraj University- 2010-2012
Experience • Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences- Faculty of Hospitality Management and Catering Technology- Bengaluru -Assistant Professor – Housekeeping/Front Office Accommodation – 2014- to present date
• M S Ramaiah College of hotel management – Assistant Professor – Accommodation 28-July 2008 -2014
• Infantry Hotel, Infantry Road- Executive Housekeeper June – July 2008
• Capitol Hotel – Executive Housekeeper May- June 2008
• Grand Ashok Hotel- Race course road- Deputy Housekeeper – 2005 – March 2008
• Ramanashree Hotel – l Richmond circle -Executive Housekeeper- 2004-2005
• Himalaya Drug Company- Executive Housekeeper- 1998-1999- 1 year
• Hotel Kamat Yatrinivas-Training Manager- 1996 – 1997- 1 year
• Hotel Sands-Management Trainee- 1984-1985 – 1 year
Research  • Interest: Solid waste management
• Expertise: Housekeeping operations
Presentations   • Conferences (Organized):
• WTERT- RUAS along with Clean India is organizing international conference on “Innovations in Municipal solid waste management and Best Practices for Circular Economy and Sustainable Environment” on 13th -14th Feb 2018 at B.I.E.C, Bengaluru.
• “Environment Protection through Sustainable Waste Management” held on 3rd and 4th August 2018 at Peenya Campus.  
Teaching  • Modules Taught – Front Office ,Housekeeping, Food Science and Nutrition, Hygiene and Sanitation
Front Office Theory and Practical
Housekeeping Theory and Practical
Ancillary Hospitality Sectors
Environmental Studies
Hotel Landscaping and Interiors
• UG Thesis Advised: BHM Students after Industrial Training
• PG MS Thesis Advised: One MBA student- Mr. Jeevan- Topic- Green wedding and initiatives for sustainable business growth –wedding function halls- Mysuru

Ms. Ankita Sharma, Asst. Professor

Qualification • BSc in Hospitality and Hotel Administration 2004
• MBA in Human Resource Management 2011
Awards • Dr Radhakrishnan Award 2008
Experience • AIHM Greater Noida-Head Academics 2015-2016
• RIG Greater Noida-HOD 2013-2015
• M S Ramaiah College of Hotel Management Bangalore-Lecturer 2011-2013
• Amity University Noida-HOD 2009-2011
• LBIIHM Delhi Lecturer-2007-2009
• Raj Villa Goa-Manager/Co-owner- 2005-2007
• American Express 2004-2005
Research  • Interest: Part of SWMEE team Ramaiah University
Presentations   • Conferences (Organized): SWMEE at Ramaiah University February 2018
Achievements • Certified Hospitality Trainer by Ministry of Tourism 2007

Ms. Vineeta Singh, Assistant Professor

Qualification • Phd (Pursuing), Ramaiah University, Batch June 2018
• MA in Education Management (Pursuing), IGONU, Batch 2017-19
• M.sc in Hospitality Administration, NCHMCT, IGONU, 2015
• B.sc in Hotel Management, NCHMCT, IGNOU, 2013
Awards Awarded for Academics in Bsc
Experience Academics:-
• Asst. Professor- Housekeeping Department, FHMCT, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bangalore, June 2016 To date
• Asst. Professor and Training & Placement Coordinator – Front Office and Placement Department, Renaissance Collage of Hotel Management, Nainital, May 2015-April 2016
Research  • Interest: Online Education Management and Sanitation Waste Management and Environment Engineering
• Expertise: Waste Management
Publications (Detailed list of Publications) • Ph.D. Dissertation: Pursuing
• International Conference Papers: Ecotel Concept and Green Practice Followed in Hotel Industry: With Reference to City Bengaluru, AVAHAN- International Conference 2017
• International Journal Papers: Ecotel Concept and Green Practice Followed in Hotel Industry: With Reference to City Bengaluru, Published in AVAHAN: A Journal on Hospitality and Tourism, Volume 5 Issue 1, 2017
Presentations (Detailed list of Presentations) • Conferences (Invited): i) Conferences on “Swatchh Bharath Drive for Solid Waste Management” at SJB Institute of Technology in association with IWWA & IPHE, 2016
ii) International Conference on Innovation in Municipal Solid Waste Management and Best Practices for Circular Economy and Sustainable Environment, at International Exhibition Centre, Organized by Clean India Technology in association with WTERT-India, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences-2019
• Conferences (Organized): International Convention on “Environment Protection Through Sustainable Waste Mangement” in collaboration with Waste to Energy Research and Technology Council (WTERT), AUG 2018
Teaching  Modules Taught:-
• Housekeeping Theory
• Housekeeping Practical
• PG MS Thesis Advised: Waste Management and Eco Friendly Practices in Standalone Restaurant at Ramaiah Campus
• PhD Dissertation Advised: (Detailed List)
• Professional Memberships: Life time Member of Professional Housekeepers Association (PHA)

MANAGEMENT STUDIES, HOSPITALITY

Head of the Department – Mr. Abby Mathew, Dean and Professor

Ms. Sweety Jamgade, Assistant Professor

Qualification • Masters in Hospitality and Tourism Management from LAD & Smt. R.P College, Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University- 2006
• Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology from LAD & Smt. R.P College, Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University- 2003
Awards Awarded Smt. Sindhu Jathar Cash prize for getting highest marks in Post-Graduation Master of Hospitality Management.-2007 (Topper) 
Experience • Academic- 13 years
1) Asst. Prof and Incharge of Management Studies department in Faculty of Hospitality Management & Catering Technology, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences (Aug,2017 till date)
2) Asst. Professor in The Oxford College of Hotel Management (May,11 till Dec 2016)
3) Instructor in L.A.D College- Dept. of Hospitality Management, Nagpur (Sept,2008 till Feb,2011)
4) Faculty Member at Magnus School of Business, Nagpur (Nov 2006 till Sept, 2008)
5) Contributory Lecturer at Dept. of Hotel Management & Catering Technology in L.A.D College & SRP College for Women, Nagpur (July,2005 till Feb,2007)
• Research- Ph.D from Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University
• Industry – 2.8 years
1) Asst. Manager- Operations at South East Asia Education Services Pvt. Ltd. (Tours & Travels), Nagpur (March 2006- 16th Nov 2006)
2) Executive – Front office at Premier Technology Group Pvt. Ltd, MNC, IT Company, Nagpur (April 2004 – August 2005)
3) Front office Assistant at Hotel Centre Point (Certified 3 star), Nagpur (August 2003 – April 2004)  
Research  • Interest: Tourism and Hospitality Research and Publications, E- Tourism and Hospitality
• Expertise: Tourism and Hospitality Management, Student Project Guidance
• Grants: Applied to DST- CHORD scheme which is under consideration
Publications   • National Conference Papers:
‘Scope of MICE Tourism & its role as a medium scale industry in economic scenario in Bangalore’ in Vivekananda Institute of Technology, Bangalore jointly organized by AICTE(2012) ISBN: 978-93-5097-334-9
‘Publicity of Ras Leela- the classical dance of Manipur to promote Rural tourism’ in KLE College, Bangalore.(Feb 2012)
Article on ‘Responsible Tourism Product Development’ in Hospitality and Tourism Seminar by Dr.YSR National Institute of Tourism and Hospitality Management, Hyderabad (2012) https://www.scribd.com/document/310994640/Abstracts
‘Ecotel- Issues and Trend in Ecotourism’ at Trivandrum conducted by KITS (Jan 2006)
‘Ecofriendly practices in Housekeeping’ published in the souvenir of National Seminar on ‘Changing trends in Housekeeping’ by Dept. of Hotel Mgt- L.A.D & SRP College (2009)
• International Conference Papers:
‘Bordam – The upcoming Ecotourism in Vidharba’ in Nagpur on Environment sustainment by The Deccan Geographical Society of India(Dec 2008)
• National Journal Papers:
Academic Studies- National Journal of Jyoti Research Academey, Volume 12, Issue-2, ISSN-095-461X Topic- ‘Contemporary Issues and Challenges of Hospitality Sector: A Case-Study on Staff Turnover and Motivation with Special Reference to IBIS Hotel, London’
Growth Prospects and Crisis Management in MICE Industry: Case Study of Thrissur, Kerala – UASJMC Journal, Jan,2019
http://www.msruas.ac.in/pdf_files/Publications/MCJournals/Jan2019/5.pdf
Scope of MICE Tourism as an Emerging Hospitality Industry – UASJMC Journal, Aug,2018
http://www.msruas.ac.in/pdf_files/Publications/MCJournals/August2018/Paper5.pdf
Customer Brand Engagement on Social Media Platforms in the Hospitality Industry -UASJMC Journal, Jan,2018
http://www.msruas.ac.in/pdf_files/Publications/MCJournals/Jan2018/3.pdf
Research Article on ‘Critique on Real Ecotourism Development with reference to Nagpur District’ in Research Journal Vol.12, No.2, 2016 printed/published on May2017 , ISSN 0974-0317
Travelogue article on ‘Beyond CSR in Tourism & Hospitality Industry-ResponsibleTourism product development’ for Ripples- Department of Hotel Management- Garden City University- (August 2012) ISSN: 2229-6794
• Book Edited:
Course Material of Magnus School of Business, Subject- Principles of Management
• Magazine Articles:
India Ecotourism Leads to Community Economic Development — Sweety Jamgade
https://greenloons.com/2018/09/25/india-ecotourism-economic-development/
In-house college magazine ‘ATNA- the journey continues’ for
The Oxford College of Hotel Management-2012
Articles on Soft skills published in ‘The Hitavada’ –Nagpur English dailies – ‘Future’ supplement for academic field. (2008, 2009)
In-house college magazine ‘Jyoti’ for Magnus School of Business (2008)
Medico China Newspaper for South East Asia Education Services
Pvt. Ltd. (2006)
Presentations (Detailed list of Presentations) Invited Lectures: At Travel & Tourism Department-Nagpur University for World Tourism Day ( 27th Sept 2009 & 10)
Conferences (Invited): Paper presentation
Paper presented on ‘Staff Turnover and Motivation, The Challenges in Hospitality Industry, Case of IBIS Hotel, London – abstract publication in the Conference Compendium of Jyoti Niwas College, Bangalore
Paper presented at National conference on ‘Scope of MICE Tourism & its role as a medium scale industry in economic scenario in Bangalore’ in Vivekananda Institute of Technology, Bangalore jointly organized by AICTE(2012) ISBN: 978-93-5097-334-9
Paper presented at National level Seminar on ‘Publicity of Ras
Leela- the classical dance of Manipur to promote Rural tourism’ in KLE College, Bangalore.(Feb 2012)
Paper presented at International Level seminar on ‘Bordam – The
upcoming Ecotourism in Vidharba’ in Nagpur on Environment sustainment by The Deccan Geographical Society of India.(Dec 2008)
Paper presented at National level seminar on the topic ‘Issues and Trend in Ecotourism’ at Trivandrum conducted by KITS (Jan 2006)
• Conferences (Organized):
One day Workshop on Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development by IEDRC, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences (2017)
National Seminar on ‘Changing trends in Housekeeping’ by Dept. of Hotel Mgt- L.A.D & SRP College (2009)  
Teaching  • Modules Taught: Hospitality Revenue Management, MICE, Airlines and Cruise lines, Front Office, Research Methodology and Statistics, Principles of Management, Travel & Tourism Management, E-Tourism, Marketing Management in Hospitality, Soft Skills, etc.
• UG Thesis Advised:16
• PG MS Thesis Advised: 49
• PhD Dissertation Advised: (Detailed List) Nil
• Professional Memberships: Indian Tourism and Hospitality Congress, Blog Members at Greenloons.org, Trip Advisor and travelblog.org
Achievements • Cleared NET in Tourism Administration and Management
• Bagged distinction certificates in academics and sports  

Ms. Shashi Binani, Asst. Professor

Qualification • Pursuing Ph.D., Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences
• MBA in Hotel Management & Tourism, Annamalai University, 2010
• B.Sc. in Hotel Management & Tourism, Annamalai University, 2008
• Advance Diploma in Software Engineering certificate, APTECH,
Bangalore, 1999
• B.A. in Economics & Education, Kanpur University, 1995
• Certificate in Library Science, Registrar–Department Examinations, Allahabad, 1993
Awards Outstanding Academic Performance in Economics, AISSCE, 1992
Experience • Presently (Since 2001), Assistant Professor, FHMCT (M.S. Ramaiah College of Hotel), RUAS, Bangalore
• December 1997 to April 1998 : As an Ad HOC Computer Instructor at Kendriya Vidyalaya, Yelahanka, Bangalore, an institution run by the Central Board Of Secondary Education, New Delhi, India
• January 1997 to November 1997: Making Project Reports under the Eco Development and Afforestation Department of the University of Agriculture Sciences, Bangalore
• Presently (since November 2016), member of Nutraceutical and Nutrition Research Centre
Research  Interest: Training, Research
Expertise: Information System, Database Management, Soft Skill  
Presentations (Detailed list of Presentations) • Invited Lectures: Workshop on Sexual Harassment at Air Force Training Command, HQ at Mekhri Circle, Bangalore under the aegis of Civil Administration, September 17, 2014
• Conferences (Invited):
– Multifarious Health and Nutritional Benefits of Traditionally Fermented Garlic -Shashi Binani, Basavaraj B.V., Priya Arjun IUFoST- World Congress of Food Science and Technology – 2018 (Poster Presentation)
– Healthy Bakery Products using Persea Americana (Makhanphal) – Sridhar Krishnan, Shashi Binani – IUFoST- World Congress of Food Science and Technology – 2018 (Poster Presentation)
• Conferences (Organized):
– Workshop on Hospitality Beyond 2020 – Emerging Trends in Hospitality and Tourism, January 12-13, 2017
– Workshop on Dieticians and Chefs, July 25 – 26, 2017
– Culinary Symposium on Millets, December 20, 2017
– Food and Nutrition Forum at Organics and Millets – International Trade Fair – 2018, January 19–21, 2018
– New Beginning – A workshop for Budding Entrepreneurs, August 20, 2018
– Food and Nutrition Forum at Organics and Millets – International Trade Fair – 2019, January 20–22, 2019
Teaching  • Modules Taught
– Fundamentals of Computer – UG
– Hotel Information System – UG
– Hospitality Information System – PG
– Customer Relationship Management and Public Relations – PG
– Hospitality Operations Management – PG
• UG Thesis Advised:
– “Development of a Software for Inventory Management in Commercial Kitchens”, 2017
• PG Thesis Advised:
– “Development of tourism possibilities in Kailasa Kona and its impact on social culture”, 2018

Ms. Vanishree K, Assistant Professor

Qualification • UG-B.com-University of Mysore-year 2010
• PG-M.Com-University of Mysore-year 2012
Experience Teaching experience-07 years
Research  Interest: Finance/Human Resource Management
Expertise: Finance
Publications (Detailed list of Publications) National Journal Papers:
Topic: A study on women work-life balance with reference of three dimensions: Personal life, work life –Educationist (faculties) and work life –research in Bangalore
Presentations (Detailed list of Presentations) • Conferences (Organized): MMK & SDM Mahila Mahavidyalaya krishnamurthypuram , Mysore(one day state level seminar)
Topic on : Three dimensions of HR-Employers, Employees and statutory compliances perspectives
Teaching  • PG Module Taught: MBA –Revenue Management
• UG Thesis Advised: BHM- Topic on “Market feasibility and financial viability”
• UG course Taught:
Financial accounting
Corporate accounting
Cost accounting
Management accounting
Marketing Management
Human resource management
Economics
Entrepreneurial development
Principles of management
• Business environment

Ms. Sushma B.S, Assistant Professor

Qualification • B Com, Bangalore University (2014)
• MBA, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences (2016)
Experience Academic – 02 Years
Research – ( PHD Pursuing)
Research  • Interest: Personal Finance, Accountancy, Costing and Finance, Banking, Entrepreneurial Development, legal Environment
• Expertise: Accounts &Finance
Publications (Detailed list of Publications) • International Conference Papers: Performance Analysis of Mutual Funds- A Study on Equity Diversified Mutual Fund, National Level Seminar on ‘Emerging Trends in Commerce and Management’ – Mysore MBA
• National Journal Papers: Study On Women Work-Life Balance With Reference To Three Dimensions: Personal Life, Work Life-Educationist (Faculties) And Work Life- Research In Bangalore Colleges, ISBN reference number is 978-93-5351-746-5
Presentations   • Conferences (Organized): IEDRC Workshop Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Teaching  Course Taught:
BHM: Banking and Hospitality Services, Accountancy, Entrepreneurship Development and Total Quality and Strategic Management
MBA: Hospitality Legal Environment and entrepreneurship and Management activity
BVOC (Degree): Accountancy and Cost Control and Customer Relations Management

Ms. Chandrakala D.P, Assistant Professor

Qualification B Com – Bangalore University – 2014
MBA– M S Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences – 2016
Experience Academic – 02 Years
Research – ( PHD Pursuing)
Research  Interest: Behavioural Finance, Accountancy, Costing and Finance, CSR, Business Ethics, Taxation
Expertise: Accounts &Finance and Taxation 
Publications (Detailed list of Publications) I• International Conference Papers: An Empirical Analysis of risk perception towards Mutual Fund – A study of women investors in Bangalore region (with reference to share khan).
• National Journal Papers: Study On Women Work-Life Balance With Reference To Three Dimensions: Personal Life, Work Life-Educationist (Faculties) And Work Life- Research In Bangalore Colleges, ISBN reference number is 978-93-5351-746-5
Presentations   Conferences (Organized): IEDRC Workshop Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Teaching  Modules Taught
• BHM – Hotel Costing and Finance, Laws for Hospitality Management, Taxation & Hospitality Services, Hospitality Business Ethics
• BVOC Degree – Principles of Management, Human Resource Management and Labour Laws
• MBA in Hospitality – Hospitality Legal Environment and Entrepreneurship (Second Module leader)
• PG MS Thesis Advised – “Enhancing Global Competitiveness of Organic Products in Bangalore- Market Opportunities and Challenges”

Ms. Amrita A. Prabhu, Assistant Professor

Qualification • Diploma in French (Alliance Française de Bangalore – 2015)
• Masters in Food Service Management and dietetics (Mount Carmel College – Ignou 2009)
• BSc. Nutrition and Dietetics (Mount Carmel College – BU 2006)
• Cleared UGS NET exam – June 2009
Experience • Food Science Teacher (June 2012 – May 2018) for Vidya Niketan School, Bangalore
• Value Education and Life Skills Teacher for Middle School (June 2013 – May 2018) for Vidya Niketan School, Bangalore
• French Special classes (Feb 2013 – Present) for children of class 7 to 12/II PUC
• Food Scientist (May 2010 – June 2011) for Pristine Organics Pvt. Ltd.
• Assistant Counsellor (Practical Sessions – April – June 2009, 2010, 2012) for First and Final year MSc (Ignou) – Dietetics and Food Service Management.
• Research Fellow (Sept 2009 to April 2010) for DRDO Project carried out in Mount Carmel College, Bangalore, Under Ms. A Sundaravalli (Principal investigator)
Research  Interest: French, Food, Environment  
Publications (Detailed list of Publications) National Conference Papers:
“Calcium Rich Meal Substitute for Post-Menopausal Women with Osteopenia or Osteoporosis” (as second author) – At the AFST(I) Conference, Bangalore, Dec’2009
“Effect of Physical Activity and Anthropometry on the Bone Mineral Density Status of Women Above 35 Years of Age” (as first author) – At the UGC sponsored National Conference, Mount Carmel College, Bangalore, July – Aug 2009
“Bone Mineral Density Status of Selected Women Teaching staff (University and College) in Bangalore City” (as Second author) – At the UGC sponsored National Conference, Smt. VHD Central Institute of Home Science, Bangalore, June 2009
“Comparative Study of The Risk Factors of Normal and Osteopenic / Osteoporotic Women of Age 35 and Above” (as second author) – At the 41st IDA National Conference, NIN Hyderabad, Dec 2008
“Nutritional Status of School Children of Mid-Day Meal Program in Bangalore Urban” (as first author) – At the 41st IDA National Conference, NIN Hyderabad, Dec 2008
International Conference Papers:
“Early Screening for Osteopenia Can Prevent / Delay the Onset of Osteoporosis in Post-Menopausal Women” (as second author) – At the International Symposium of Aging, Tirupati, Dec 2008
Presentations (Detailed list of Presentations) • Conferences (Organized):
“Environment Protection through Sustainable Waste Management” – A two-day International convention held on the 3rd and 4th of August 2018, SWMEE Research Centre, RUAS
Teaching  • Modules Taught:
Basic Culinary French, Hospitality French, French as a Foreign Language
• Professional Memberships:
Lifetime member of the IDA (Indian Dietetics Association)
Achievements • College Topper – Nutrition and Dietetics (2006)
• College Topper – Entrepreneurship Development Programme (2006)