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Prof. Ruella D’Souza Khan

INTRODUCTION

Prof. Ruella D’Souza Khan is a dedicated Professor of English and Communication at Tirpude Institute of Management Education, Nagpur, where she guides both undergraduate and postgraduate students in developing essential language and professional communication skills. Her academic foundation is robust, encompassing a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Hislop College, ongoing postgraduate studies in Psychology from IGNOU, and a Diploma in Child Psychology and Parenting Coaching.
Her journey into academia is enriched by a diverse and deeply personal background. Prior to teaching, Prof. Ruella channelled her creative passion as the owner of a successful café, where she curated beloved dishes inspired by cherished family recipes. This entrepreneurial experience in creativity, service, and community-building now seamlessly translates into her fervent love for teaching, where she finds immense fulfilment in mentoring students and facilitating their holistic growth. With experience spanning spoken English facilitation, school counselling, and administrative leadership, Prof. Ruella brings a multidimensional perspective to her classroom. Her expertise encompasses English language instruction, Personality Development Coaching, Communication Skills training, Counselling, and Art & Crafts.

Academic Biography

  • MA Psychology – IGNOU (Indira Gandhi National Open University)
  • Diploma in Child Psychology and Parenting Coaching
  • BA Psychology (Graduation) – Hislop College, Nagpur
  •  HSSC – Hislop College, Nagpur, Maharashtra State Board
  •  SSC – St. Joseph’s Convent, Nagpur, Maharashtra State Board

Academic Experience

  • • Assistant Professor of English and Communication, Tirpude Institute of Management Education, Nagpur (Current)
  • Subjects Taught: English Language & Communication, Personality Development, Communication Skills
    Courses Taught: Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes
  •  English Teacher, St. Joseph’s Convent School, Nagpur
  • Counsellor, Mother’s Pet & DPS Lava, Nagpur
  •  Facilitator – Spoken English, Chester Institute for Spoken English
  •  Admin Head, JBM Enterprises

Industry Experience

  • NIL

AREA OF EXPERTISE

  • English Language Teaching and Communication
  • Personality Development Coaching
  • Communication Skills – Training Programmes
  • Counselling (School and Child Psychology)

RESEARCH PUBLICATION

  • Journals02
    • Prof. Carol Rao & Prof. Sakshi Manglani: AFJBS- African Journal of Biological Sciences, ISSN No -2663-2187, volume 6, Issue-6-2004.
    • Dr. Himanshu Tiwari & Ms. Sakshi Manglani: A Study on Impact of Psychological Factors on Stock Market Investment Decision Making. (2024). Journal of Informatics Education and Research, SSN: 1526-4726, Vol.4(3).
  • INTERNATIONAL / NATIONAL CONFERENCES: 02
    • “Social Networking Sites Usage and Emotional Loneliness among Older Adults: A Correlational Study” presented in GeriPsych2025: 1st National Conference on Psycho-gerontology, at AIIMS, Delhi.
    • “The Impact of Social Media Addiction on Cognitive Flexibility and Mental Fatigue in Young Adults.” Presented in SAMIDHA 2025 – Tirpude Institute of Management, Nagpur.
    Professional Development & Certifications
    • Faculty Development Program – IMT, Nagpur
    • SWAYAM Certifications:
    • Consumer Psychology
    • NET-PhD Qualified – June 2025

BOOK CHAPTERS / TEACHING MATERIAL

  • NIL

ACHIEVEMENTS & AWARDS

  •  Active participant in a Faculty Development Programs including NEP Implementation and Active teaching and learning pedagogy.
  •  Certified in SWAYAM courses : Psychology of language and communication & Developing Soft skills and personality.
  •  Completed training in Active teaching and learning pedagogy at IMT & FKSP Programme – “Keeping up Learning Energy in a Changed World of Teaching -Prospective for Teachers” by IBS

Conferences

  •  Presented a paper with Dr. Carol Rao & Prof. Asmita Mudaliar titled “Communication challenges in a global workplace “at Samidha 2024.
  •  Presented a paper with Dr. Carol Rao & Dr. Prerna     Kothari titled “Dining dynamics: a study of full service          restaurant trends in Nagpur” at Samidha 2025.
  •  Presented a paper with Samriddhi Sharma ( student )           titled “ The double – bind dilemma: a deeper look into the   Psychological and professional pressures on Women
  •   Entrepreneurs” at NIER , Pune 2026

Professional Development & Certifications

  •  Faculty Development Program – Active teaching and learning pedagogy at IMT & FKSP Programme – “Keeping up Learning Energy in a Changed World of Teaching -Prospective for Teachers” by IBS
  •  NEP Implementation FDP (JIT College)
  •  SWAYAM Certifications: Psychology of language and communication & Developing Soft skills and personality.