Department of Tourism & Hospitality Management
Mr. Md. Mehedi Hasan Sawon  Lecturer (Senior Scale)
Name :
Mr. Md. Mehedi Hasan Sawon
Designation
Lecturer (Senior Scale)  
Department
Department of Tourism & Hospitality Management
Faculty
Faculty of Business & Entrepreneurship
Personal Webpage
https://faculty.daffodilvarsity.edu.bd/profile/thm/mehedithm.html
E-mail
sawon.thm@diu.edu.bd
Phone
+8809617901233
Cell-Phone
+88 01303129331

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Tourism and Hospitality Management — Ongoing
Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management, Faculty of Business Studies (FBS) 
University of Dhaka, Bangladesh

Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Major in Tourism & Hospitality Management
Faculty of Business Studies (FBS) 
University of Dhaka, Bangladesh

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Major in Tourism & Hospitality Management
Faculty of Business Studies (FBS) 
University of Dhaka, Bangladesh

Beacon Academy

Professional culinary training covering food preparation, basic culinary techniques, kitchen operations, food hygiene and safety, ingredient handling, cooking methods, menu preparation, and practical food production skills.

SABRE GDS Training

Sabre Bangladesh

Professional training in the SABRE Global Distribution System (GDS), covering airline reservation procedures, passenger booking, itinerary management, fare-related processes, ticketing fundamentals, and the application of GDS technology in travel agency and airline operations.

Training on Outcome-Based Education & Bloom’s Taxonomy

Human Resource Development Institute (HRDI), Daffodil International University

Training focused on the principles and implementation of Outcome-Based Education (OBE), formulation of learning outcomes, alignment of teaching-learning activities and assessment, and application of Bloom’s Taxonomy in instructional design and evaluation.

Mastering Leadership Paradox: An Entrepreneur’s Perspective

Human Resource Development Institute (HRDI) & Department of Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Daffodil International University

Professional development training focused on leadership competencies, entrepreneurial mindset, strategic decision-making, adaptability, problem-solving, and managing leadership challenges in organizational and entrepreneurial contexts.

Training on Using Online Facilities in Teaching

Human Resource Development Institute (HRDI), Daffodil International University

Training on the effective integration of online platforms, digital resources, virtual learning facilities, and technology-enabled teaching methods to enhance teaching effectiveness, accessibility, and student engagement.

Training on Research Culture Mode

Human Resource Development Institute (HRDI), Daffodil International University

Training focused on strengthening research culture in higher education, including research engagement, academic research practices, research collaboration, scholarly activities, and development of a research-oriented academic environment.

Training on IQAC Assessment Model

Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), Daffodil International University

Training on quality assurance and assessment mechanisms in higher education, including the IQAC assessment model, academic quality standards, assessment procedures, quality improvement practices, and institutional quality assurance processes.

Learner-Centric Classroom Strategies That Empower Students to Take Charge of Their Education

Human Resource Development Institute (HRDI), Daffodil International University

Training focused on learner-centered pedagogy, active and experiential learning, student participation, collaborative learning, learner autonomy, and strategies for empowering students to take greater responsibility for their own learning.

Training on Making Interactive Video Lessons and Creating Online Courses

Human Resource Development Institute (HRDI) & Media Lab, Daffodil International University

Training on designing and developing interactive video lessons and online courses, including digital content development, instructional video production, multimedia-based teaching, online course design, and technology-enhanced learning.

Training on Learner-Centric Classroom

Human Resource Development Institute (HRDI), Daffodil International University

Training focused on developing student-centered classroom environments, effective classroom interaction, active participation, inclusive teaching approaches, and instructional strategies addressing diverse learner needs.

Gamification in Education: Leveraging the Power of Games to Enhance Student Motivation and Learning Outcomes

Human Resource Development Institute (HRDI), Daffodil International University

Training on the application of gamification in education, including interactive learning activities, game-based learning elements, motivation strategies, student engagement techniques, and approaches to improving learning outcomes through gamified classroom experiences.

Effective Classroom Management

Human Resource Development Institute (HRDI), Daffodil International University

Training focused on classroom management, student engagement, effective communication, time management, conflict management, behavioral management, and creating a positive, inclusive, and productive learning environment.

Spoken English Course

Mentors Bangladesh

Training focused on improving spoken English, conversational fluency, pronunciation, vocabulary, listening and speaking skills, professional communication, and confidence in English-language interactions.

  • Introduction to Culinary Arts
  • Pastry and Bakery Production
  • Managing Food & Beverage Production
  • Introduction to Management
  • Introduction to Tourism & Hospitality Industry
  • Introduction to Management
  • Legal Aspects of Tourism and Hospitality
SL Title Publication Year Indexing ABDC  (Mention Rank) Indexing Scopus, Q1–Q4, (Mention Rank) Indexing Others (Mention Name) SDG Goal Impact Publication Link (Journal)
1.        The Integration of Technology in Teaching and Learning for Hospitality Education 2025 NA ScopusIndexed Cambridge Scholar SDG: 4, 8, 9 Click Here
2.        Tourism and Climate Change: Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies in the Hospitality Industry in Bangladesh 2024 NA NA (Q3) Educational Administration: Theory and Practice SDG: 13, 15, 11 Click Here
3.        Impact of E- Marketing Book Purchase Tendencies: An Empirical Study on University Undergraduate Students 2024 NA ScopusIndexed (Q2) Journal of Ecohumanism SDG: 8, 9, 17 Click Here
4.        Empowering Heritage Tourism in Bangladesh: Strategic Approaches for Market Growth 2025 NA ScopusIndexed IGI Global SDG: 9, 11, 16 Click Here
5.        Sustainable Tourism Development Model for Policy Formulation 2025 NA ScopusIndexed (Q3) International Journal of Human Capital in Urban Management (IJHCUM) SDG: 13, 15, 11 Click Here
6.        Green Human Resource Management for Sustainable Development in Emerging Economies 2024 NA ScopusIndexed Springer Nature SDG: 13, 15, 11 Click Here
7.        Impact of Tourism on the Economic Growth of Bangladesh: Challenges and Ways Forward 2024 NA NA DIU JBER SDG: 8, 1, 17 Click Here
8.        Waste-to- Energy Integration Strategies in the Tourism Industry: Evidence of Bangladesh 2024 NA ScopusIndexed IGI Global SDG: 7, 12, 13 Click Here
9.        AI in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry in Bangladesh: Challenges and Ways Forward 2024 NA ScopusIndexed IGI Global SDG: 8, 9, 12 Click Here
10.    Sustainable Tourism Redefined: AI Innovations and Practices 2025 NA ScopusIndexed IGI Global SDG: 13, 15, 11 Click Here
11.    The Perception of Tourists on the Ethical Issues of Social Media Marketing: Bangladesh Perspective 2024 NA NA DIU JBER SDG: 12, 16, 8 Click Here
12.    Revolutionizing Hospitality Through Smart Logistics: Innovations in Supply Chain and Inventory Control in Hospitality Industry 2025 NA ScopusIndexed IGI Global SDG: 3, 12, 11 Click Here
13.    Improving Food Quality With Energy-Efficient Technology in the Hotel Industry 2025 NA NA IGI Global SDG: 13, 15, 11 Click Here
14.    Measuring Volunteer Tourism Impact With AI 2025 NA NA IGI Global SDG: 1, 8, 11 Click Here
15.    Food and Water Sustainability: Challenges and Prospects  2026 NA Scopus Indexed Springer Nature SDG: 13, 15, 11 Click Here
16.    Food at the Crossroads of Trade, Health, and Economic Development: From Field to Global Markets  2026 NA Scopus Indexed IGI Global SDG: 13, 15, 11 Click Here
17.    Culinary Convergence: The Interplay of Nutrition Science and Food Economics  2026 NA Scopus Indexed IGI Global SDG: 13, 15, 11 Click Here
18.    AI-Based Travel Intelligence Systems: Cybersecurity and Digital Trust in Predictive Tourism  2026 NA Scopus Indexed IGI Global SDG: 8, 9, 12 Click Here
19.    Gastronomy Tourism and Destination Competitiveness: Policy, Practice, and Priorities in Indigenous Culinary Systems in Bangladesh  2026 NA NA IJNREFM SDG: 13, 15, Click Here
20.    Indigenous People’s Perceptions of Tourism Impact and Community Support for Future Tourism Development: A Study in CHT, Bangladesh 2026 NA NA JBIP SDG: 08, 10, 11 Click Here
21.    Opportunities and Challenges for Coastal and Marine Tourism in Bangladesh 2026 NA Scopus Indexed IGI Global SDG 14 Click Here

 

  • Sustainable Tourism and Tourism Development
  • Tourism Planning and Destination Development
  • Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies in Tourism
  • Digital Transformation in Tourism and Hospitality
  • Climate Change and Sustainable Waste Management
  • AI Based Travel Intelligence System
  • Culinary and Gastronomy tourism
  • Food and Water Sustainability

Awards:

  1. Performance Reward Program 2026 – Excellent Category by Human Resource (HR), Daffodil International University
  2. Excellence in Teaching-2026 by Tazkera and Golam Mustafa Center for Teaching and Learning (TCTL).
  3. Research Award 2025 by Division of Research, Daffodil International University
  4. Research Award 2024 by Division of Research, Daffodil International University

 

Scholarships:

  1. Honors Merit Scholarship
    Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management, University of Dhaka Awarded the Honors Merit Scholarship based on academic performance in the BBA program.
  2. Dhaka Board Merit Scholarship – HSC
    Dhaka Education Board
    Awarded a Merit Scholarship for outstanding performance in the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) Examination.
  • President at Palash Upzilla Students Welfare Association, Dhaka University from 2018 to
  • Executive Member at International Tourism Students Confederation (ITSC) ) in 2015 (January – December).
  • Executive Member at Bijoy Ekattor Hall Debating
  • Executive Member at Tour De Force where I take part in many social activities like distribution blanket among the poor people, new clothes to the street children
  • Executive Member at Pacific Asian Travel Association (PATA), Dhaka University Chapter.
  • Lecturer (Full Time), Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management, Daffodil International University (DIU), Dhaka, Bangladesh, January 2024 – March 2025
  • Primeasia University

    • Lecturer (Full Time), Department of International Tourism and Hospitality Management, Primeasia University, Dhaka, Bangladesh, October 2022 – December 2023