University of Southern Punjab

Nida Athar

Brief Bio

Ms. Nida Athar is a dynamic Lecturer at Southern Business School with over four years of teaching experience in Digital Marketing, Digital Business, and Business Administration. Her teaching approach blends theory with practice, utilizing innovative methods and digital tools to foster student engagement, creativity, and critical thinking. Ms. Nida also oversees the management of eight active student societies at Southern Business School, where she leads and supports each society’s operations. She ensures that each student body actively contributes to student life by organizing impactful events, workshops, seminars, and community outreach initiatives.

Having previously taught at Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU), Ms. Nida contributed significantly to academic and professional development across various departments. She holds a strong track record of leadership, managing multiple student societies and organizing events that enrich the student experience.

Her academic expertise is coupled with a passion for student development and institutional growth. Ms. Nida’s research interests focus on Marketing & Consumer Behaviour in Digital Contexts, Digital Marketing Strategies, AI Applications in Marketing, and Innovative Marketing Solutions. She has contributed to several HEC-Recognized journals and presented at international conferences, sharing insights into evolving consumer behaviour and digital marketing trends.

Education
Master of Business Administration
Bahaudin Zakariya University
2019–2021
Bachelor of Business Administration
Bahaudin Zakariya University
2015–2019
Professional Experience
Lecturer
University of Southern Punjab
2025 – Present
Trainer
Digital Marketing and SEO, NAVTTC
Feb 2026 to May 2026
Visiting Lecturer
Bahaudin Zakariya University
2024 – 2025
Brand Manager
SM Group of Industries, Multan
2022 to 2024
Teaching Assistant
Bahaudin Zakariya University
2021 – 2024
SEO Specialist & Content Strategist
Fiverr
2019 – Present

Research Interests

  • Marketing & Consumer Behaviour in Digital Contexts
  • Digital Marketing Strategies & E-commerce Trends
  • Artificial Intelligence Applications in Marketing & Business Studies
  • Innovative Marketing Solutions

Research Impact

No. of Publications: 3

Title Year Published Link
Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Consumer Behavior towards Online Shopping in Punjab, Pakistan
2025
Exploring the Tourists Intentions to Revisit Hunza Valley
2025
Impact of Digital Marketing Communications on Tourist Satisfaction and Revisit Intention
2026

APA 7 References

Hafeez, M. H., Athar, N., & Raza, M. (2025). Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Consumer Behavior towards Online Shopping in Punjab, Pakistan. Pakistan Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, 13(1), 319-332.

Athar, N., Hafeez, M. H., & Afzal, H. (2025). Exploring the Tourists Intentions to Revisit Hunza Valley. Pakistan Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, 13(2), 97-111.

Hafeez, M. H., Athar, N., Afzal, H., & Haroon, U. (2026). Impact of Digital Marketing Communications on Tourist Satisfaction and Revisit Intention. Pakistan Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, 14(1), 01-13.

Teaching & Supervision

Courses:

  • Principles of Marketing
  • Marketing Management
  • Fundamentals of Management
  • E-Commerce

Supervision:

  • Internship supervisions: 12
  • FYP supervisions: 4
  • Research supervisions: 4

Teaching Philosophy

My teaching philosophy focuses on fostering critical thinking, curiosity, and practical application beyond the classroom.

Honors & Awards

  • Conference Secretary (International Research Conference on Business Management – IRCBM 2026)
  • Coordinator, Student Bodies – Southern Business School, USP, Multan
  • Vice-President at IMS Executive Forum, Institute of Management Sciences, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan
  • Coordination Secretary at IMS Executive Club, Institute of Management Sciences, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan
  • Vice-President Career Building Cell at IMS Executive Forum, Institute of Management Sciences, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan
  • Hafiz-e-Quran

Collaboration

Open to research collaborations focused on digital marketing strategies and understanding digital consumer behaviour.