
Current Academic Role & Responsibilities
Mr. Simant Seth is a seasoned hospitality academician, trainer, and industry professional with over 17 years of experience spanning hospitality education, training and development, sales, guest relations, and student mentoring. Currently serving as Assistant Professor (Selection Grade) at Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration (WGSHA), Manipal, he is also actively pursuing doctoral research in Hospitality and Tourism Management. His teaching portfolio encompasses hospitality management, food and beverage service, soft skills, and business communication, with a strong emphasis on experiential and student-centric learning. Beyond the classroom, Mr. Seth serves as a dedicated teacher guardian, guiding undergraduate and postgraduate students through academic, personal, and professional challenges — including short-term research projects and case presentations.
He champions collaborative pedagogical approaches and remains committed to fostering an engaging, inclusive learning environment. On the administrative front, Mr. Seth has served as Boys' Hostel Warden and holds active membership in disciplinary and institutional committees. His contributions extend across departmental coordination, academic programme delivery, and co-curricular initiatives — all oriented toward the holistic development of students and the sustained academic excellence of the institution.
Subjects Currently Teaching
| Subject | Semester / Year |
|---|---|
| Food & Beverage Management | IV Semester |
| Food & Beverage Service Practical | II Semester |
| Foundation Course in Food & Beverage Service | II Semester |
| Banquet Operations & Even planning (Allied Hospitality) | VIII semester |
| Commodities Economics | III Semester |
Academic Qualifications
| Degree | Specialisation | Institute | yearOfPassing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelors of Commerce | Commerce | Barkatullah University, Bhopal | 2003 |
| B.Sc. (Hospitality Management & Hotel Administration) | Food & Beverage Service | IHM Srinagar, NCHMCT, IGNOU | 2006 |
| M.Sc. Hospitality & Hotel Management | Hospitality | Annamalai University | 2002 |
| PHD (Persuing) | Hospitality & Toursim Management | Vikrant University, Gwalior |
Experience
| Institution / Organisation | Designation | Tenure |
|---|---|---|
| Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration, MAHE Manipal- | Assistant Professor- Selection Grade | September 2022- Till Date |
| Le Cordon Bleu School of Hospitality & Tourism, GD Goenka University | Assistant Professor | February 2017- September 2022 |
| The Imperial, New Delhi | Executive Guest Services | OCTOBER 2015 – JANUARY 2017 |
| Marigold Hotels, Hyderabad | Assistant Manager Training | MARCH 2014 – JULY 2015 |
| The Trident Hyderabad | Executive Sales | SEPTEMBER 2013 – FEBRUARY 2014 |
| Institute of Hotel Management, Bhopal | Faculty Food & Beverage Service | JULY 2009 – AUGUST 2013 |
| The Trident, Gurgaon, | Sales Coordinator | JUNE 2008 – JULY 2009 |
| The Trident, Gurgaon | Learning Supervisor Food & Beverage | OCTOBER 2007 – MAY 2008 |