Dr. Nafees Haider Naqvi Assumes Leadership as Dean at British Columbia College of Management

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Dr. Nafees Haider Naqvi Assumes Leadership as Dean at British Columbia College of Management

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Published on August 17, 2023

Dr. Nafees Haider Naqvi, an accomplished hospitality and tourism leader, has taken on the role of Dean at the British Columbia College of Management (BCCM). With over two decades of experience as a successful business contributor and leader, Dr. Naqvi brings a wealth of expertise to his new position. Throughout his career, he has made significant contributions to the education sector, including establishing new institutes, overseeing admissions, training, and placement.

Dr. Naqvi's achievements have earned him numerous accolades. He has held esteemed positions such as Dean at Lovely Professional University, Director at the School of Hotel Management MIT World Peace University, and Director at the School of Hospitality & Tourism Jagran Lake City University, among others. His strong industry connections and networking capabilities have been instrumental in his success.

His notable accomplishments include receiving the Global Hospitality Award in 2019 and an International Academic & Research Award for Best Director in 2018-2019. Dr. Naqvi has also authored patents and publications, and actively participated in prominent hospitality events and conferences.

Deepak Jha, Managing Director and CEO of BCCM, expressed his enthusiasm for Dr. Naqvi's appointment, emphasizing the institute's commitment to providing top-notch education aligned with the new education policy. Under Dr. Naqvi's leadership, BCCM is poised to embark on new partnerships, initiatives, and endeavors that will elevate the institute's standing.

BCCM is dedicated to delivering exceptional hospitality education that meets both Indian and global standards. With campuses in Greater Noida and Darbhanga, BCCM offers quality education and has recently partnered with renowned institutions like the European Institute of Management and Technology (EIMT), Switzerland, and Birchwood University USA. These collaborations enable BCCM to offer a diverse range of online courses. Notably, all BCCM courses guarantee 100% job placement. As BCCM charts its course for the future, it's clear that the institute is primed for remarkable success.

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Grand Hyatt Mumbai Appoints Prasad Prabhu as Learning and Development Manager to Strengthen People-First Culture

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on November 11, 2025

Grand Hyatt Mumbai, one of India’s most iconic luxury hotels, has announced the appointment of Prasad Prabhu as Learning and Development Manager.

With over 18 years of experience across leading global hospitality brands, Prasad brings a strong background in talent development, leadership capability building, service culture enhancement, and colleague engagement. His appointment highlights Grand Hyatt Mumbai’s focus on nurturing a people-first culture built on care, continuous learning, and professional growth.

In his new role, Prasad will spearhead the hotel’s learning and development strategy, focusing on leadership development, embedding Hyatt’s values through a culture of learning, enhancing colleague engagement, and aligning training initiatives with business goals.

An alumnus of the Welingkar Institute of Management, Mumbai (PGDBA in General Management), Institute of Hotel Management, Goa (B.Sc. in Hospitality & Hotel Administration), and Institute of Hotel Management, Mumbai (Food Production Craft Course), Prasad has built an impressive career with prestigious hospitality brands such as The Indian Hotels Company Limited (Taj Hotels), InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), The Leela Kempinski, The Zuri Hospitality Group, and Hyatt Hotels Corporation.

Before joining Grand Hyatt Mumbai, Prasad served as Learning Manager at Grand Hyatt Goa, where he played a dual role, leading property-level learning initiatives and contributing as an ASPAC Master Trainer for Hyatt Hotels Corporation. In this capacity, he designed and facilitated impactful leadership and trainer capability workshops across the Asia Pacific region.

Speaking on his appointment, Prasad Prabhu said,

“I am delighted to join Grand Hyatt Mumbai and continue my Hyatt journey. I believe that when colleagues feel respected, supported, and motivated to grow, they naturally deliver better guest experiences. My vision is to build a workplace where learning is not just a function, but a culture.”

As one of Hyatt’s flagship hotels in India, Grand Hyatt Mumbai continues to strengthen its reputation for excellence in service and colleague care. With Prasad’s leadership, the hotel aims to further its vision of fostering empowered teams and delivering exceptional guest experiences through a culture of continuous learning and growth.