Lecturer (Work-Based Learning) at University of East London
Bridging 15+ years of Global Industry Experience with Academic Excellence.
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UEL · AFHEA
Lecturer
Royal Docks School of Business & Law
AFHEA · CMBE · fCMgr · Lecturer
Industry. Meets Academia.
15+ Years · 4 Countries
I build global leaders.
From Mumbai to London
Bridging engineering and education.
University of East London
Shaping the next generation.
About Me
By The Numbers
A career spanning continents, certifications, and thousands of lives impacted.
Experience
Lecturer (Work-Based Learning)
Guides Level 7 Master's students through practical placement years, turning academic frameworks into day-one career skills. Manages relationships with external business clients, securing and maintaining valuable internship and placement opportunities. Acts as liaison between students, academics, and employers to ensure placements meet all stakeholder expectations. Completed a rigorous 2025 training programme including Trauma-Informed Practice, Safeguarding, Mental Health in the Workplace, and Diversity in Learning & Teaching.
Hourly Paid Lecturer
Delivered comprehensive lectures on Global Project Management and Managing Resources in an International Business Environment. Designed educational materials tailored to diverse international learners, enhancing student outcomes. Mentored multicultural student body, addressing both academic and professional aspirations. Achieved 88% in Global Project Management — a module now taught to next-generation students.
Assistant EHCP Coordinator (SEND Team)
Managed the full lifecycle of EHCP requests from initial receipt through to final plan development. Primary liaison between NHS health professionals, therapists, schools, and parents for integrated support plans. Authored comprehensive applicant profiles for the SEND Panel, synthesising complex educational and medical data. Maintained 100% statutory deadline compliance with the national SEND Code of Practice. Administered bespoke EHCP case management software, ensuring data integrity and milestone tracking.
Technical Manager (India)
Supervised team of engineers, coordinating training on customer service and technical support processes. Created comprehensive user guides and video tutorials for proprietary technical software. Managed customer onboarding for Fire Alarm, PAVA, and AV systems.
Regional Techno-Commercial Manager (West India)
Led West India operations and sales, driving market penetration and growth. Provided technical training and support for South East Asia clients. Conducted root cause analysis for data interpretation and stakeholder reporting.
Product Specialist (South East Asia)
Led a team of over 50 engineers and technicians specialised in ELV systems. Recruited, trained, and managed technical team, achieving significant revenue growth across South East Asia.
Assistant Technical Manager (South East Asia Pacific)
Spearheaded technical support operations for South East Asia-Pacific region. Organised industry seminars on Emergency and Exit Lighting systems.
System Engineer (India)
Trained teams of technicians in theory and hands-on ELV system sessions. Conducted seminars for project consultants to demonstrate system proposals.
Education
Teaching at UEL
Teaching isn't about delivering content — it's about bridging the gap between theory and the messy reality of global business. Every concept I teach, I've lived.
Global Project Management
Managing Resources in an International Business Environment
Work-Based Learning — Placement Year Support
2025 Professional Development
Expertise
Core Competencies
A multidisciplinary skill set spanning academia, business operations, technical engineering, and digital innovation.
Academic Leadership & Education
Business & Management
Technical & Engineering
Digital & Creative
Portfolio
Selected Work
Academic programmes, industry operations, and leadership initiatives across 15+ years.
Academic — UEL
Work-Based Learning Programme
Designed and delivered a placement-integrated MSc module connecting students with industry partners across London. Built employer engagement frameworks, student mentoring systems, and academic assessment structures.
Academic — UEL
Global Project Management Module
Delivers comprehensive lectures on global project management to diverse international student cohorts. Achieved 88% in this module during own MSc — now teaches it with first-hand expertise.
Community — Indians In London
Holi Festival — Technical AV Production
Led full technical AV production and community administration for The Rang Barse Holi, one of London's largest Indian diaspora events, serving over 4,000 attendees.
Industry — Watchdog Security
ELV Systems — South East Asia Operations
Led a team of 50+ engineers and technicians across South East Asia delivering ELV system installations, product training, and technical support for high-value clients.
Credentials
Education & Certifications
Formal academic qualifications backed by 24+ industry certifications across management, technology, and education.
Elite Professional Accreditations
Certified Management & Business Educator (CMBE)
Chartered Association of Business Schools
Associate Fellow of Advance HE (AFHEA)
Advance HE
Foundation Chartered Manager (fCMgr)
Chartered Management Institute
Academic Qualifications
United Kingdom
MSc International Business Management
University of East London
2022 – 2023
- Global Project Management — 88%
- Applied Business Project — 70%
- Managing Resources in an International Business Environment — 62%
India
Bachelor of Engineering — Electronics Engineering
University of Mumbai
2005 – 2008
India
Diploma in Electronics & Video Engineering
Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education (MSBTE)
2002 – 2005
Professional Certifications
Certified Management & Business Educator (CMBE)
Associate Fellow of Advance HE (AFHEA)
Foundation Chartered Manager (fCMgr)
CSCMP Supply Chain Foundations — The Essentials Professional Certificate
Supply Chain Foundations: Project Management
Implementing Supply Chain Management
Inventory Management Foundations
Purchasing Foundations
Project Management Foundations
Supply Chain Foundations: Managing the Process
Microsoft Project Quick Tips
NFPA 72: National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
Integrated Building Management Systems Workshop
PAVA System Design, Testing & Commissioning (Module A)
EasyIO FG Training Certificate
Business Analysis: Essential Tools and Techniques
Learning ITIL®
Excel: Advanced Formulas and Functions
Learning Cloud Computing: Core Concepts
Digital Body Language
Leading with Emotional Intelligence
Effective Listening
How to Be Both Assertive and Likable
Banking Basics: What Every Business Leader Must Know
Giving Back
Community & Volunteering
Active UK community service spanning 3+ years — organising events for 4,000+ attendees and supporting diaspora initiatives across London.
Community Administrator
Indians In London Group
Feb 2023 – Present
- Technical AV support and administration for large-scale community events.
- The Rang Barse Holi — 4,000+ attendees.
- High Commission of India Independence Day celebrations.
Community Volunteer
Inspiring Indian Women
Apr 2023 – Present
- Supported She Inspires Awards and Dharma Dubey Awards.
- Global initiative to empower women across diaspora communities.
Council Volunteer
London Borough of Newham
Sep 2025 – Present
- Resident awareness, diversity festivals, and support for vulnerable groups.
Council Volunteer
Elstree & Borehamwood Town Council
Oct 2024 – Present
- Community engagement, diversity events, and local support initiatives.
Available For Hire
Freelance Services
Leveraging 15+ years of industry expertise and elite academic credentials to deliver tailored consultancy solutions.
Technical Systems & Safety Consultancy
Fire Alarm, PAVA, AV & Automation design and compliance auditing to NFPA 72 and international standards. IBMS & EasyIO programming. Third-party commissioning oversight.
Strategic Operations & Supply Chain
Certified CSCMP professional with MSc in International Business. Inventory control, business process mapping, supplier negotiation, and ITIL-based optimisation for SMEs.
Project Leadership & Turnaround Management
Iron-clad project architecture using Microsoft Project. Stakeholder management, requirements capture, change management, and risk register development.
Academic & Corporate Training Design
AFHEA & CMBE-credentialed. Bespoke WBL curriculum, Inclusive Leadership workshops, Trauma-Informed Practice, and academic advising for HE institutions.
Digital Content Creation
Technical copywriting, educational social media strategy, and instructional video production for engineering firms, educators, and institutions.
Web Design & Digital Ecosystem
End-to-end digital platform development for non-profits, educational academies, and community organisations.
What Sets Me Apart
Why Nimish
Bridging Industry & Academia
"Combining academic excellence with practical industry experience to develop the next generation of global business leaders."
Global Leadership & Cross-Cultural Expertise
Extensive experience across India, South East Asia, the Middle East, and the UK. Managed teams of 50+ and mentored international Master's cohorts at UEL.
Proven Educator with Elite Credentials
AFHEA, CMBE (Chartered Association of Business Schools), and fCMgr-accredited. Designs training programmes for both academic and corporate contexts.
Strategic Problem Solver
CSCMP-certified supply chain professional. Track record of streamlining workflows, improving operational efficiency, and managing complex project turnarounds.
Community Leader & Changemaker
3+ years of active UK community service. Organised events for 4,000+ attendees. Volunteers with London Borough of Newham and supports Indian diaspora initiatives.
Connect
Get In Touch
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Contact Details
Location
London, United Kingdom