Devendren Sathasivam

Devendren

Devendren Sathasivam

  • Senior Teaching Fellow
Department of Culinary and Food Studies
SDGs Focus

Biography

An academic professional with experience in managing learners, academic and task-based assessments, learner behavior, and learning environments. Passionate about learning and development, e-Learning, entrepreneurship, food and beverage operations, food production, and technology integration in F&B / hospitality operations.

Academic & Professional Qualifications

  • Master in International Hospitality Management, University of Toulouse-Jean Jaurès (2019)
  • B. Hospitality & Tourism Management (Hons), Taylor’s College School of Hospitality & Tourism Mgmt (2008)
  • Higher Diploma in F&B and Culinary Arts, Taylor’s College School of Hospitality & Tourism Mgmt (2006))
  • SCA Certified Barista (2024)

Research Interests

  • Technology Integration in F&B / Hospitality operations
  • Safety in learning environment and workplace

Teaching Areas

  • Food and beverage operations
  • Beverage studies
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Internship mentor

Courses Taught

  • Food & Beverage Operations I/II
  • Intermediate Restaurant Operations

Achievements & Accolades

  1. The Japan-Sendai Earthquake Fundraise for Tsunami Victims
  2. Meals on Us - Charitable Association for the Needy

Professional Associations

  1. General Committee Member 2023/2025 – Malaysia Food & Beverage Executives Association (M.F.B.E.A)