Information Officer & Media Designer
Education : B.A., B.LISc, M.LISc (Library & Information Science)
Over 22 years of experience in Library and Information Science. Expertise in Database like EBSCO, Moodle, LIbsuite, ProQuest and J-Gate, besides which has professional experience working on Photoshop, Website designing, Digital Brochures, and Poster Designing. Has handled various job role like Online Database Management, Cataloguing, Procurement, Research Assistance for Ph.D. Scholars, Journals, Thesis and Project related Database guidelines to students and faculties. Coordinator for NIRF, IQAC, and NAAC.
Academic Details
B.A., B.LISc, M.LISc
Area of Interest
- Library administration
- Cataloguing
- classification
- accessioning
- database management
- collection development
- journal subscriptions
- digital resource management
- and research assistance.
Ms. Manjula M focuses on Library administration, Cataloguing, classification, accessioning, database management, collection development, journal subscriptions, digital resource management, and research assistance. within the Admin Team department at MPBIM.
Department
Admin Team
Courses Taught
- Library & Information Science
Ms. Manjula M employs a blend of academic theory, case studies, and industry interactions to deliver a comprehensive learning experience at MPBIM.
Research Interest
Library administration, Cataloguing, classification, accessioning, database management, collection development, journal subscriptions, digital resource management, and research assistance.
Publications
- 1Manjula M, Transforming higher-education libraries in India: Digital integration, AI, and strategic knowledge management – Dharana –International Journal of MP Birla Institute of Management Vol: 17 Iss: 1 Jan-June 2026 ISSN: 0974-0082.
Papers Presented
- 1Paper presented : “New Technologies in Digital Libraries: Ai, Semantic Web, And Immersive Systems for Next-Generation Knowledge Management” at the Knowledge Engineering in Digital Library Design (KEDLD 2025) IIT Kharagpur on Nov 3-5 2025.
- 2Open Access Initiative in National Sanskrit University Tirupati Library, by Dr.Vasanth N* and Manjula M at 67th ILA International Annual Conference on OPEN ACCESS SOURCES AND INFORMATION SERVICES DURING POST-COVID TIMES: Challenges and Opportunities Organized by Dravidian University Library and Dept. of Library & Information Science Dravidian University, Kuppam.
Honors & Awards
Recognition
- Best Librarian Recognition Award (2024): Recognised by M. P. Birla Institute of Management for dedication, commitment, and valuable contributions to the institution.
- Silver Medal for Best Librarian and Secretarial Work (2011): Received a Silver Medal in recognition of excellence in library services and secretarial work at the Bhavan-Marshall MBA Programme. The award was presented by Er. N. Ramanuja, Chairman, MPBIM, and Dr. Chandra Akkihal, Director, Marshall University.
- NDLI Collaboration: Played a key role in establishing collaboration with the National Digital Library of India (NDLI), Ministry of Education, Government of India, to facilitate access to digital academic resources and support teaching, learning, and research
Research & Consultancy
Workshops & Conferences Attended
- Workshops, Seminars, Conferences and Professional Development
- 2026
- One-Day Workshop on AI for Library Services – Attended on 8 August 2026, organised by the Mysore Librarians and Information Scientists Association (MyLISA).
- SoFerence 2026 – AI Use Cases in Libraries: Today, Tomorrow, and Beyond – Attended on 10 September 2026, organised by the Information Resource Centre, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS).
- LISCACON 2026 Curtain Raiser Ceremony and Librarian Meet – Participated in the programme on “Building Future-Ready Librarian Professional Skills, Careers and Opportunities” on 24 July 2026 at Jnanajyothi Auditorium, Bengaluru.
- User Awareness Programme on ONOS and INFLIBNET Services – Participated on 5 August 2026 at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bengaluru.
- 2025
- All-India J-Gate Awareness Webinar and User Training – Attended on 31 May 2025.
- Empowering Academia: Integrating Open Access, AI Tools and NDLI Resources for Smarter Education – Participated in an online seminar organised by Poornima University NDLI Club on 9 January 2025.
- Data Visualization Tools and Techniques – Attended the DELNET webinar conducted by Dr. V. Gopakumar, Head, Knowledge Centre, KUDSIT, on 12 March 2025.
- 2024
- Advanced Training Programme on Shodhganga and Plagiarism Issues – Attended the three-day programme from 28–30 August 2024 at the INFLIBNET Centre.
- 2022
- EBSCO Knowledge Feast 2022 – Participated in the programme held at Brigade Gateway, Bengaluru, on 23 September 2022.
- 2021
- The Wonder That Is a Library Card – Attended a virtual guest talk on 17 November 2021, organised by the Department of Library and Information Centres, St. Paul's College, Bengaluru.
- 2020
- Academic Libraries and NAAC: Beyond Librarianship for Better Visibility – Participated in a programme discussing the role of librarians in NAAC assessment and quality excellence in higher education on 25 May 2020.
- Open Access Resources for Research – Attended a session by Mr. Arumugam of PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore, organised by KNIMBUS on 7 May 2020.
- Extended Services of the Library During the Lockdown – Attended a session by Dr. L. Radha of Thiagarajar College of Engineering.
- SWAYAM: An Effective Approach – Attended a session by Dr. Mandirasalam of Coimbatore Institute of Technology.
- Intellectual Property Rights Protection and the Role of the Library – Attended on 9 May 2020. Resource person: Dr. Shri Ram, Deputy Librarian and Nodal Officer for the IPR Cell, Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala.
- Changing Role of Libraries and Librarians – Attended on 10 May 2020. Resource person: Dr. Nabi Hasan, Librarian and Head of the Central Library.
- Importance of Book Expertise – Attended on 11 May 2020. Resource person: Dr. Rajendra Kumbhar, Professor and Head of Department.
- Reading Advisory Service: Need of the Time – Attended on 13 May 2020. Resource person: Dr. Rajendra Kumbhar, Savitribai Phule Pune University.
- Leadership, Innovation and Creativity in Libraries – Participated in the professional development programme on 14 May 2020.
- Online Faculty Development Programme on Skills for Librarianship – Completed a programme comprising 24 lectures from 16 May to 21 June 2020.
- 2019
- Consultation on the National Education Policy – Attended a one-day workshop on 26 July 2019 at Jnanajyothi Auditorium, Bengaluru Central University.
- Alert and Access of Online Resources – Attended a programme on 25 January 2019 at The Gandhigram Rural Institute, Dindigul District, Tamil Nadu.
- 2016
- National Workshop on Building Institutional Repository Using DSpace and WordPress – Participated from 6–10 June 2016 in Rourkela, Odisha.
- Digital Library Services for Academic Excellence: Opportunities and Challenges – Attended on 3 March 2016 at St. Joseph's College of Commerce, Bengaluru.
- 2015
- International Workshop on Disaster Management – Delegated to the University of Kassel, UNIKAT, Germany, during October–November 2015.
- Workshop on Disaster Management – Played an active role in organising the workshop in collaboration with the University of Kassel, Germany, at Bhavan's Priyamvada Birla Institute of Management, Mysuru.
- 2014
- National Workshop on Koha: Intensive Hands-on Training – Participated in the three-day workshop at BMS Institute of Technology and Management (BMSIT) on 23 July 2014.
- Workshop on Library Online Database – J-Gate – Attended at PES Institute of Technology (PESIT), Bengaluru.
- 2013
- National Symposium on “Libraries: Managing Transition” – Attended the one-day symposium organised by the Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) at PES Institute of Technology (PESIT) in August 2013.
- Entrepreneurship Workshop – Attended a one-day workshop at Bhavan's Priyamvada Birla Institute of Management, Mysuru, in August 2013.
- Faculty Development Programme – Participated in a two-day workshop conducted by Dr. Vasanthi Ranganathan on 21–22 January 2013.
- National Unity Conference: Global Economic Progress – Attended the conference organised by the Global Economic Progress and Research Association on 19 January 2013.
- 2011
- Workshop on Open Source Software for Librarians – Attended a session by Dr. M. Krishnamurthy of DRTC on 20 September 2011.
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