Monica Shukla-Belmontes, Ph.D.
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Sasha Netchaev
My name is Sasha Netchaev, and I am a student at Chapman University that worked as a Graphic Design Assistant with Monica, my Marketing and Communications Director for Chapman Alumni Relations. Monica is the most hardworking, thoughtful, and technologically savvy person I know. She is always juggling ten assignments at once, while maintaining a calm, positive outlook that ensures the success of her assignments. Monica is a team player, helping everyone in the office with their needs, always putting others and the Alumni Association before her own priorities. She was fully dedicated to making Chapman Alumni Association events and functions successful. She always thoroughly explained her assignments, and trained me on the aspects I was unfamiliar with. Monica fully trained me on editing and accessing the iModules database for Chapman University’s Alumni website, which was our core source of communication with Alum. Through all the process of assembling and distributing information, Monica has had a patient, but efficient work style. She has the perfect personality to balance management in a demanding environment and is able to anticipate upcoming assignments and Alum needs. She is able to clearly and effectively communicate the necessary tasks for a successful completion of a project without ever getting frustrated. I am truly lucky to have worked with someone so knowledgeable, caring, and easygoing as Monica!
Manal Richa
I met Professor Shukla when I signed up for the Data Analysis class as part of my MBA program at Brandman University. Professor Shukla is very passionate about the topic of statistics. She lectured, provided examples, delivered on questions and went out of her way to help those of us who are not as passionate about the topic. I was surprised at not only how much I learned through her class but also at the level of retention I had as I was working on my final projects for the class. I also noticed that through the 8-week session, I started developing a new way to think critically about reports I read or hear that are based on statistics and what the analysis of this information mean. Professor Shukla made a hard topic enjoyable and learnable. I don't think I could have been able to survive the class if it were not for her professionalism and educational approach.
Sasha Netchaev
My name is Sasha Netchaev, and I am a student at Chapman University that worked as a Graphic Design Assistant with Monica, my Marketing and Communications Director for Chapman Alumni Relations. Monica is the most hardworking, thoughtful, and technologically savvy person I know. She is always juggling ten assignments at once, while maintaining a calm, positive outlook that ensures the success of her assignments. Monica is a team player, helping everyone in the office with their needs, always putting others and the Alumni Association before her own priorities. She was fully dedicated to making Chapman Alumni Association events and functions successful. She always thoroughly explained her assignments, and trained me on the aspects I was unfamiliar with. Monica fully trained me on editing and accessing the iModules database for Chapman University’s Alumni website, which was our core source of communication with Alum. Through all the process of assembling and distributing information, Monica has had a patient, but efficient work style. She has the perfect personality to balance management in a demanding environment and is able to anticipate upcoming assignments and Alum needs. She is able to clearly and effectively communicate the necessary tasks for a successful completion of a project without ever getting frustrated. I am truly lucky to have worked with someone so knowledgeable, caring, and easygoing as Monica!
Manal Richa
I met Professor Shukla when I signed up for the Data Analysis class as part of my MBA program at Brandman University. Professor Shukla is very passionate about the topic of statistics. She lectured, provided examples, delivered on questions and went out of her way to help those of us who are not as passionate about the topic. I was surprised at not only how much I learned through her class but also at the level of retention I had as I was working on my final projects for the class. I also noticed that through the 8-week session, I started developing a new way to think critically about reports I read or hear that are based on statistics and what the analysis of this information mean. Professor Shukla made a hard topic enjoyable and learnable. I don't think I could have been able to survive the class if it were not for her professionalism and educational approach.
Sasha Netchaev
My name is Sasha Netchaev, and I am a student at Chapman University that worked as a Graphic Design Assistant with Monica, my Marketing and Communications Director for Chapman Alumni Relations. Monica is the most hardworking, thoughtful, and technologically savvy person I know. She is always juggling ten assignments at once, while maintaining a calm, positive outlook that ensures the success of her assignments. Monica is a team player, helping everyone in the office with their needs, always putting others and the Alumni Association before her own priorities. She was fully dedicated to making Chapman Alumni Association events and functions successful. She always thoroughly explained her assignments, and trained me on the aspects I was unfamiliar with. Monica fully trained me on editing and accessing the iModules database for Chapman University’s Alumni website, which was our core source of communication with Alum. Through all the process of assembling and distributing information, Monica has had a patient, but efficient work style. She has the perfect personality to balance management in a demanding environment and is able to anticipate upcoming assignments and Alum needs. She is able to clearly and effectively communicate the necessary tasks for a successful completion of a project without ever getting frustrated. I am truly lucky to have worked with someone so knowledgeable, caring, and easygoing as Monica!
Manal Richa
I met Professor Shukla when I signed up for the Data Analysis class as part of my MBA program at Brandman University. Professor Shukla is very passionate about the topic of statistics. She lectured, provided examples, delivered on questions and went out of her way to help those of us who are not as passionate about the topic. I was surprised at not only how much I learned through her class but also at the level of retention I had as I was working on my final projects for the class. I also noticed that through the 8-week session, I started developing a new way to think critically about reports I read or hear that are based on statistics and what the analysis of this information mean. Professor Shukla made a hard topic enjoyable and learnable. I don't think I could have been able to survive the class if it were not for her professionalism and educational approach.
Sasha Netchaev
My name is Sasha Netchaev, and I am a student at Chapman University that worked as a Graphic Design Assistant with Monica, my Marketing and Communications Director for Chapman Alumni Relations. Monica is the most hardworking, thoughtful, and technologically savvy person I know. She is always juggling ten assignments at once, while maintaining a calm, positive outlook that ensures the success of her assignments. Monica is a team player, helping everyone in the office with their needs, always putting others and the Alumni Association before her own priorities. She was fully dedicated to making Chapman Alumni Association events and functions successful. She always thoroughly explained her assignments, and trained me on the aspects I was unfamiliar with. Monica fully trained me on editing and accessing the iModules database for Chapman University’s Alumni website, which was our core source of communication with Alum. Through all the process of assembling and distributing information, Monica has had a patient, but efficient work style. She has the perfect personality to balance management in a demanding environment and is able to anticipate upcoming assignments and Alum needs. She is able to clearly and effectively communicate the necessary tasks for a successful completion of a project without ever getting frustrated. I am truly lucky to have worked with someone so knowledgeable, caring, and easygoing as Monica!
Manal Richa
I met Professor Shukla when I signed up for the Data Analysis class as part of my MBA program at Brandman University. Professor Shukla is very passionate about the topic of statistics. She lectured, provided examples, delivered on questions and went out of her way to help those of us who are not as passionate about the topic. I was surprised at not only how much I learned through her class but also at the level of retention I had as I was working on my final projects for the class. I also noticed that through the 8-week session, I started developing a new way to think critically about reports I read or hear that are based on statistics and what the analysis of this information mean. Professor Shukla made a hard topic enjoyable and learnable. I don't think I could have been able to survive the class if it were not for her professionalism and educational approach.
Experience
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Brandman University
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United States
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Higher Education
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300 - 400 Employee
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Associate Dean, Curriculum, Assurance of Learning, and Competency-Based Education
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Aug 2020 - Present
- Work with VCIAP office and Dean to manage, coordinate, and support CBE program assessments/reviews, and CBE curriculum development and planning process (new program developments, program revisions, etc.)- Work with Guild Articulation team to plan for traditional and CBE developments - Manage the recruitment, selection, training, workload proposals, supervision, and annual evaluations of competency-based tutorial faculty- Participate in meetings of the Program Council, AAOC, and Steering Committee.- Meet regularly with the Deans of the School of Business and Professional Studies and School of Arts & Sciences, Provost and CBE-related leaders to provide updates on tutorial faculty activities and continuous improvement of the competency based programs- Assist with the development of materials for submission to WASC.- Monitor and review tutorial faculty and student metrics (student satisfaction, retention, graduation rates, etc.) for students in the competency based programs, identify areas of concern, and recommend strategies to address areas of concern.- Work with the faculty liaison to assist with BPS Esri program developments Show less
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Assistant Professor, Business & Professional Studies
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Aug 2013 - Present
* Instruct in Blended/Online formats consisting of MBA and undergraduate level courses (Global Business, Statistics, MBA Capstone, Ethics, Managerial Economics, and Microeconomics)* Serve on committees: Competency Based Education and General Education* Assist with curriculum design and serve as a mentor to Adjunct Faculty members.* Competency Based Education BBA Program – Economics Subject Matter Expert * Serve as BPS Representative to the Competency Based Education BBA Program Assessment Council * Instruct in a pilot dual credit program with Excelsior Charter School and obtained a California Certificate of Clearance from the Commission on Teaching Credentialing* Led the MBA Program Assessment and BBA Program Review in conjunction with the Assessment Office* Faculty Representative on the Brandman University Alumni Association Board of Directors Show less
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Associate Dean, Corporate Pathways and Competency-Based Education
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Aug 2018 - Aug 2020
- Work with VCIAP office and Dean to manage, coordinate, and support CBE program assessments/reviews, and CBE curriculum development and planning process (new program developments, program revisions, etc.)- Work with Guild Articulation team to plan for traditional and CBE developments - Manage the recruitment, selection, training, workload proposals, supervision, and annual evaluations of competency-based tutorial faculty- Participate in meetings of the Program Council, AAOC, and Steering Committee.- Meet regularly with the Deans of the School of Business and Professional Studies and School of Arts & Sciences, Provost and CBE-related leaders to provide updates on tutorial faculty activities and continuous improvement of the competency based programs- Assist with the development of materials for submission to WASC.- Monitor and review tutorial faculty and student metrics (student satisfaction, retention, graduation rates, etc.) for students in the competency based programs, identify areas of concern, and recommend strategies to address areas of concern.- Work with the faculty liaison to assist with BPS Esri program developments Show less
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Associate Dean for Curriculum, Assurance of Learning and Tutorial Faculty Affairs
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Jan 2015 - Jul 2018
* Collaborate with VCIAP and Dean to manage, coordinate, and support program assessments and reviews* Partner with VCIAP office and Dean to manage curriculum development and planning process (new program developments, program revisions, etc.)* Manage PLOs, ILOs, Signature Assignments, rubrics, Curriculum Maps, catalog revisions, curriculum process and program templates, and connect with SBPS CAC representative to coordinate curriculum activities* Provide leadership and coordinate training to faculty and other colleagues regarding program assessments, program reviews, curriculum development and planning processes, signature assignments, rubrics, and curriculum maps* Participate in meetings of the Program Council and Assessment Council for the CBE Program* Manage the recruitment, selection, workload proposals, faculty development, and training of competency-based tutorial faculty* Meet regularly with the Deans of the School of Business and Professional Studies and School of Arts & Sciences, Provost and CBE-related leaders to provide updates on tutorial faculty activities and continuous improvement of the competency based BBA program* Assist with the development of materials for submission to WASC* Monitor and review tutorial faculty and student metrics (student satisfaction, retention, graduation rates, etc.) for students in the competency based programs, identify areas of concern, and recommend strategies to address areas of concern Show less
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Adjunct Faculty, School of Business and Professional Studies
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Dec 2012 - Aug 2013
* BUSU 610: Data Analysis for Decision Making (Summer 2013) Online Business Statistics* ENCU 202: Principles of Microeconomics (Summer 2013)* BUSU 620: Economic Analysis for Managers (Spring/Summer 2013) MBA Level Managerial Economics* MGTU 400: Global Environment of Business (Spring 2013) Covered International Mgt., Finance, and Marketing* MBA Program professor providing insight into business in blended and online environments* Certificate of Online Learning and Instructional Technology from the Center for Instructional Innovation Show less
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Chapman University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Adjunct Faculty, College of Educational Studies
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Dec 2012 - Dec 2015
* IES 205: Learning Across Boundaries: Power of Cross Disciplinary Curricula (Int./Spring/Fall, 2013)* IES 302: Information, Communication, and Management: Theory and Practice (Spring/Fall, 2013)* Assisted as CES Undergraduate Symposium Discussant – Evaluator for Sr. Capstone Projects* Provide resources to cultivate student knowledge of interdisciplinary research
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Alumni Networks & Outreach Manager
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Jan 2012 - Dec 2012
* Facilitate strategic and cutting-edge Alumni Relations outreach through social media tools including iModules* Evaluate and enhance e-communication to further alumni engagement opportunities* Develop and maintain a database of updated alumni contact information* Generate reports regarding alumni contact, engagement and event participation rates for university objectives* Collaborate with University Advancement, the Strategic Marketing Department, and the Alumni Association Board of Directors* Manage the Chapman University Alumni website content and design through html programming Show less
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Career & Employer Outreach Manager
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Jun 2010 - Jan 2012
* Develop, implement and manage outreach programs to employers, students, and the campus community. * Initiate, support and maintain relationships with regional and national employers. * Manage a team to oversee and implement creative programs and events such as annual career and internship fairs, career month activities, student/employer/alumni networking receptions, guest speaker panels, on campus interviews/recruiting, and employer outreach tables and information sessions.* Create strategic employer outreach action plans to assess and meet university objectives* Collaborate and promote campus-wide student-employer networking events to generate job opportunities* Connect with university alumni to develop a resource database for current students* Endorse Chapman University students through professional networking events – MPACE, NACE, OCEAN* Recognized for CDC award as Global Entrepreneurship Week/USA 2010 Distinguished Partner Show less
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Maka Marketing
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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Chief Executive Officer
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Aug 2009 - Dec 2015
* Developed a business plan and SWOT analysis to create an educational service company * Oversee business operations and manage counselors and interns who work directly with company clients * Utilize research methodologies to conduct analytical/quantitative assessments such as ROI * 2010 Innovation and Humanity Global Summit – Conference Guest Speaker/Panelist * Author of - Time Management: How I earned four degrees in five years by twenty-two! (to be released) * Company featured in The India Journal Show less
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YouTern
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United States
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Technology, Information and Internet
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1 - 100 Employee
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Board of Advisors Member
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Aug 2010 - Aug 2013
* Assist with insight regarding higher education career center trends * Propose initiatives to enhance organizational growth * Collaborate with additional Board of Advisors members to develop strategic partnerships toward internship program enhancement * Assist with insight regarding higher education career center trends * Propose initiatives to enhance organizational growth * Collaborate with additional Board of Advisors members to develop strategic partnerships toward internship program enhancement
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M S International, Inc.
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United States
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Management Analyst
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Aug 2008 - May 2009
* Developed and implemented corporate changes related to industry and economic assessments * Supported the accounting department by completing Monthly and Quarterly Sales Tax and Use Tax Reports * Maintained internal audit department inventory database to enhance corporate accountability * Managed all marketing, promotions and advertisements in the Blue Book of Building and Construction * Completed research, data analysis, operational audits, consulting projects, and corporate reports * Reported to the CEO and Sr. VPs – who earned the Ernst & Young National Entrepreneur of the Year Award Show less
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Garden Grove Unified School District
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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Substitute Teacher
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Jul 2006 - Aug 2008
* Responsible for establishing an atmosphere conducive to student instruction and learning * Maintained the routine procedures of the school and classroom by implementing instructor lesson plans * Developed and instructed course curriculum when the instructor did not provide a daily lesson plan * Completed the CBEST and CSET Mathematics – Algebra and Geometry components * Responsible for establishing an atmosphere conducive to student instruction and learning * Maintained the routine procedures of the school and classroom by implementing instructor lesson plans * Developed and instructed course curriculum when the instructor did not provide a daily lesson plan * Completed the CBEST and CSET Mathematics – Algebra and Geometry components
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Capital Group
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United States
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Graduate Intern - HR Project Coordinator
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Jun 2007 - Oct 2007
* Coordinated HR related projects assisting with implementation of large-scale corporate policy changes * Developed a corporate handbook related to alternate work schedule benefits, still currently used * Performed research to compile and create project documentation and communication to all associates * HR Benefits Update Training Certificate – Conference conducted by Towers Perrin Consulting * Coordinated HR related projects assisting with implementation of large-scale corporate policy changes * Developed a corporate handbook related to alternate work schedule benefits, still currently used * Performed research to compile and create project documentation and communication to all associates * HR Benefits Update Training Certificate – Conference conducted by Towers Perrin Consulting
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Disneyland Resort
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United States
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Entertainment
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700 & Above Employee
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Main Entrance Lead/Special Event Lead
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Jun 2003 - Jul 2006
* Assisted with strategic planning, logistical preparation, set-up and execution of large scale corporate events * Trained and supervised over 200 employees; utilized Disney’s SAP Workplace application * Selected by cast members and managers for the 2005 Lead of the Year Award, in first year as a supervisor * Presented suggestions to senior Disney managers; ideas were implemented, and I was promoted rapidly * Received Disneyland Casting Scout Award for recruiting individuals with a high retention rate Show less
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Education
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2022 - 2022
University of Southern California
M.S. Project Management -
2010 - 2015
Chapman University
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Education - Cultural and Curricular Studies -
2006 - 2008
University of Massachusetts Global
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2003 - 2006
Chapman University
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