Prof. Dr. M. Devendra
Prof. Dr. M. Devendra 
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 "Simplicity is my life; be simple, be good." | |
| Occupation | Principal, Educator, Author |
| Institution | The Oxford College of Hotel Management, Bangalore |
| Affiliation | Bengaluru City University |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Experience | 25+ years |
| Known for | Hospitality & Tourism Management Education |
| Education | Ph.D. (Hospitality & Tourism Management), D.Litt., D.Sc. (Honorary), and multiple Master's degrees |
Prof. Dr. M. Devendra is a distinguished Indian educator in Hospitality and Tourism Management, currently serving as Principal of The Oxford College of Hotel Management in Bangalore, affiliated to Bengaluru City University. He stands as one of India's most accomplished educators in the field, with more than 25 years of teaching experience across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and has built a legacy defined by academic excellence, innovative leadership, and an unwavering commitment to quality higher education.
Education
Prof. Dr. M. Devendra is a polymath whose academic credentials span multiple disciplines.
Hospitality and Tourism Management
- Bachelor of Hotel Management
- Master of Hotel Management
- M.Sc. in Hotel Management
- Master of Tourism Management
- Master of Science in Eco Tourism
- Post Graduate Diploma in Tourism Administration
- M.Phil. in Tourism Management
- M.Phil. in Hotel Management
- M.Phil. in Eco-Tourism
- Ph.D. in Hospitality and Tourism Management
- D.Litt. in Tourism and Hospitality Management
- Honorary D.Litt.
- Honorary D.Sc.
Commerce and Business Management
- Master of Commerce
- Master of Business Administration (Human Resource Management)
- Master of Philosophy in Management
- Postgraduate Diploma in International Business Operations – Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi
- Specialised qualifications in Marketing Management, Total Quality Management, and Personnel Management and Industrial Relations
Yoga and Health
- Master of Science in Yoga
- Post Graduate Diploma in Yoga Education
- Post Graduate Diploma in Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences
- Certified Yoga Instructor
History and Culture
- B.A. History & Heritage Management
- M.A. History
- M.A. Ancient Indian History, Culture and Archaeology
- Post Graduate Diploma in Indology
- Master of Philosophy in History
Language and Communication
- B.A. Honours in English
- M.A. in English
- M.A. English Language Teaching
- M.A. Linguistics
- Post Graduate Diploma in English Language Teaching
- Post Graduate Diploma in Communicative English
- Post Graduate Diploma in Spoken English (Gold Medal)
Foreign Languages
- Diploma in French
- Diploma in Spanish
- Diploma in German; Higher and Advanced Diploma in German
- Certificate in Italian (A1 and A2)
Gold Medals
Prof. Dr. M. Devendra has secured seven gold medals in diverse areas, including:
- Baking Science and Technology
- Museology and Conservation
- Archaeology and Epigraphy
- Indian Architecture and Iconography
- Wildlife Tourism
- History and Heritage Management
- Tourism and Tour Operations Management
Career
Prof. Dr. M. Devendra currently serves as Principal of The Oxford College of Hotel Management, Bangalore, affiliated to Bengaluru City University. Over his career spanning more than 25 years, he has taught at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in the field of Hospitality and Tourism Management.
Academic Governance
- Chairman – Board of Examinations for BHM (Hotel Management), BTTM (Tourism and Travel Management), and MTTM (Integrated and PG – Tourism and Travel Management), Bengaluru City University, Bengaluru
- Member, Board of Studies (BOS) and Board of Examiners (BOE) for Hotel Management, Tourism & Travel Management, and related programmes at Bengaluru City University, Bengaluru
- Chaired BOS and BOE committees for Tourism and Hotel Management courses at various universities, including Bangalore University, Bangalore
- Conducted academic audits to ensure quality enhancement in higher education institutions
Authorship and Research
A prolific author and innovator, Prof. Dr. M. Devendra has:
- Written more than 30 textbooks
- Filed 5 patents
- Filed 1 copyright
- Chaired over 25 conference sessions and workshops
His guidance has shaped countless students and professionals in the hospitality and tourism industry, making a lasting impact on both academic and industry standards.
Awards and Recognition
Over the course of his distinguished career, Prof. Dr. M. Devendra has received numerous accolades, including:
- Best Academician Award
- Best Educator Award
- Best Principal Award
- Excellent Academician Award
- Students' Favorite Principal Award
- Distinguished Professor Award
- Outstanding Principal Award
- Dronacharya Award
- Chanakya Award
- Ekalavya Award
- Exemplary Principal Award
- Inspirational Leadership Award
- Global Outstanding Achievement Award
- Education Icon Award
- Mewadev Laurel Award
- Research Excellence Award
- Pride of India Award
- Dr. Kalam Educator Excellence Award
- National Multi-Talented Teacher Award
- Life Time Achievement Award
- Highly Qualified Principal of the Year (most recent honour)
- Recognition for Life Time Achievement in Hotel Management and Tourism at the Delhi Vidhan Sabha
Philosophy
Simplicity is my life; be simple, be good.
Legacy
Prof. Dr. M. Devendra's remarkable journey reflects a rare blend of scholarship, leadership, and service. Through decades of dedicated teaching, groundbreaking research, and active mentorship, he continues to elevate the standards of hospitality and tourism education in India and inspire the next generation of global professionals.