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Dr Shilpa Gamit

Ph.D, M.Phil, M.A, B.Ed, B.A 

Email: shilpa.gamit@gsfcuniversity.ac.in

Dr. Shilpa Vilish Gamit is an academic, researcher, and trainer with over 15 years of teaching, research, and administrative experience in higher education. She holds a Ph.D. in Business Communication from Gujarat University (2022) and advanced degrees in English Literature from Sardar Patel University, Gujarat, India.

Her doctoral research, “Teaching of Business Communication at Professional Courses in Gujarat: An Analysis”, employed both qualitative and quantitative methodologies, strengthening her expertise in applied research. Earlier, her M.Phil. research explored literary and cinematic adaptations through “A Comparative Study of Chetan Bhagat’s Five Point Someone and its Film Adaptation 3 Idiots*.”

Currently, Dr. Shilpa serves as an Assistant Professor at the School of Management & Liberal Arts, GSFC University, where she teaches Business Communication, Corporate Communication, and Soft Skills to undergraduate and postgraduate students. She also holds the role of Programme Coordinator for the B.Com programme, is an active member of the International Cell, and served as a Committee Member for the ICON AI Summit 2025.

Over the course of her career, she has published and presented widely in national and international journals and conferences, with contributions such as “Journey of Social Media and the Advancement of Corporate Communications,” “Business English in PG Curriculum of Indian B-Schools: A Study,” and “Grammar Translation Method: UG Students’ Perspective.” She has also undertaken translation work, including the Gujarati-to-English novel Wings published by Partridge Publications.

Beyond academics, Dr. Shilpa has been actively engaged in student counselling, training, and international academic collaborations, with professional memberships including ELT@I Baroda and the International Exchange Alumni, USA. Her areas of specialization include Business Communication, English Literature, Film Studies, Translation, and Soft Skills Development.

Driven by a passion for teaching, research, and community engagement, Dr. Shilpa continues to contribute toward creating inclusive, research-oriented, and skill-driven educational environments that empower students and foster cross-cultural understanding.

  • Ph.D. (Business Communication) – Gujarat University, Ahmedabad, India, 2022
    Research: Teaching of Business Communication at Professional Courses in Gujarat: An Analysis

  • M.Phil. (English Literature) – Sardar Patel University, Vallabh Vidyanagar, India, 2012
    Dissertation: A Comparative Study of Chetan Bhagat’s Five Point Someone and its Film Adaptation 3 Idiots*

  • M.A. (English Literature) – Sardar Patel University, Vallabh Vidyanagar, India, 2008

  • B.Ed. (English and Social Science) – Navrachana College of Education, S.N.D.T. Women’s University, Mumbai, India, 2006

  • B.A. (English Literature) – Sardar Patel University, Vallabh Vidyanagar, India, 2005

  • H.S.C. (Commerce) – G.H.S.E.B., Experimental School, M.S. University, Baroda, India, 2002

  • S.S.C. (General) – G.S.E.B., St. Joseph High School, Baroda, India, 2000

  • Business Communication & Corporate Studies – pedagogy, workplace communication, digital transformation, and corporate communication strategies.

  • Soft Skills & Employability – integration of communication and personality development into higher education curricula.

  • English Literature & Film Studies – adaptation studies, postcolonial literature, gender narratives, and popular Indian fiction.

  • Cross-Cultural Communication – communication practices in multicultural contexts, with a focus on international education and collaborations.

  • Translation Studies – theory and practice of literary translation, with special interest in Gujarati–English translations.

  • Educational Technology – ICT-enabled learning, blended learning models, and online education pedagogy.

  • Language Pedagogy – innovative teaching methods in ESL/EFL, grammar translation method, and learner perspectives.

  • Community & Development Studies – role of communication in social development, women empowerment, and cultural integration.

  • “Journey of Social Media and the Advancement of Corporate Communications” – Lang Lit: International Peer-Reviewed Journal (Vol. 9, Issue 3, April 2023).

  • “Business English in PG Curriculum of Indian B-Schools: A Study” – The Criterion: An International Peer-Reviewed Journal in English (Vol. 11, Issue V, October 2020).

  • “Grammar Translation Method: UG Students’ Perspective” – Lang Lit: International Peer-Reviewed Journal (Vol. 7, August 2020).

  • Translation of the novel Wings (Gujarati to English) – Published by Partridge Publications (Hardcover ISBN 978-1-4828-2247-2; Softcover ISBN 978-1-4828-2246-5; eBook ISBN 978-1-4828-2245-8).

  • “Research and Development” – Published in Journal of Educational Research: Issues & Concerns (ISBN 978-93-82498-61-2).

  • Translation Work – Baroda Cricket Association’s history (Published in Times of India, March 24, 2013, Page 13).

  • “Translating Nations: Perspectives and Practices in the 21st Century” – Published in conference proceedings (ISBN 978-81-925005-1-5, pp. 56–62).

  • Abstract Publication – Souvenir Book of International Conference on Women and Millennium Development Goals, Faculty of Social Work, MSU Baroda (Page 100).

  • Assistant Professor – School of Management & Liberal Arts, GSFC University (2024 – Present)
    Teaching Business Communication, Corporate Communication, and Soft Skills to undergraduate and postgraduate students. 

  • Assistant Professor – Career Development Cell, Parul University (2023 – 2024)
    Conducted courses on communication, employability, and personality development for management and commerce students.

  • Teaching Assistant – Faculty of Commerce, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda (2012 – 2020)
    Taught undergraduate students Business Communication and English. Mentored student projects and coordinated academic programmes.

  • English Lecturer – Sardar Patel College of Administration and Management (2009 – 2012)
    Delivered lectures in English Literature and Business Communication. Managed student seminars and co-curricular activities.

  • Associate Soft Skills Trainer – ICFAI National College, Surat (2008 – 2009)
    Conducted training sessions on soft skills, communication, and professional development for management students.

  • Soft Skills & Employability Trainer – Knowledge Consortium of Gujarat (Govt. of Gujarat) (2018 – 2022, Project-based)
    Delivered finishing school training programmes across multiple government colleges in Gujarat.

  • Served as Subject Expert for the development of E-Content for Business Correspondence & Reporting (Online B.Com Programme, Parul University).

  • Conducted faculty training programmes on English language proficiency and communication skills (Parul University).

  • Delivered Finishing School Programmes across Gujarat (Knowledge Consortium of Gujarat), focusing on soft skills, employability, and workplace readiness.

  • Translation consultancy: Gujarati-to-English translation of the novel “Wings” (Partridge Publications) and translation work for the Baroda Cricket Association (published in Times of India).

  • Research presentations at multiple national and international conferences, including themes on multicultural teacher education, postcolonial literature, ICT in education, and business communication pedagogy.

  • Committee Member, ICON AI Summit 2025 – contributed to planning and successful execution of the international summit.

  • Active Member, International Cell, GSFC University – supporting international collaborations, MoUs, and student exchange initiatives.

  • Hostel Warden, Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda – managed student welfare, administration, and pastoral care for women’s hostels.

  • Delivered live television lectures on English communication through SANDHAN (BISAG), Gandhinagar.

  • Conducted expert sessions and workshops at Charotar University of Science & Technology and other institutions.

  • Winner of First Prize in Elocution Competition at college level.

  • Member of professional associations: ELT@I Baroda Chapter and International Exchange Alumni, USA.

  • Actively engaged in organizing cultural and academic events, fostering student development and cross-cultural learning.

  • First Prize – Elocution Competition (College Level, Sardar Patel University)

  • Invited Expert Speaker – Delivered live lectures on English Communication for SANDHAN (BISAG), Gandhinagar.

  • Invited Expert Session – Conducted language teaching sessions at Charotar University of Science and Technology (2013).

  • Programme Officer – Office of International Affairs, MSU Baroda, recognized for contributions to international student support and global academic partnerships.