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
- The Japan-Sendai Earthquake Fundraise for Tsunami Victims
- Meals on Us - Charitable Association for the Needy
Professional Associations
- General Committee Member 2023/2025 – Malaysia Food & Beverage Executives Association (M.F.B.E.A)