Naresh Nayak, a seasoned educator, and researcher, a PhD graduate from the Department of Tourism at the University of Otago, New Zealand, bringing over 15 years of diverse experience to his academic journey. Progressing from Lecturer to Assistant Professor - Selection Grade at Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration, Manipal University, Naresh has made impactful contributions in India and Dubai.
His international roles as Teaching Fellow and Tutor at the University of Otago showcased his commitment to inspiring students. With expertise in rooms division operations gained at The Leela Hotels in India and the Millennium Group of Hotels in New Zealand, Naresh possesses a global perspective on luxury hospitality. His research focuses on tourism and hospitality education, sustainable tourism, consumer behavior, and water management in the hospitality industry.
Lecturer, Hospitality and Tourism Management, School of Business and Management, RMIT University (Vietnam) | October 2023 to Present
Assistant Professor- Selection Grade, Department of Accommodation Management, WGSHA, Manipal University| July 2018 to July 2023.
Teaching Fellow-Department of Tourism, University of Otago| April 2020 to November 2020
Tutor- Department of Tourism, University of Otago| October 2021
Tutor- Department of Tourism, University of Otago| January 2022 to February 2022
Assistant Professor-Senior Scale, Department of Accommodation Management, WGSHA, Manipal University| July 2013 to July 2018.
Teaching Assistantship- Department of Commerce and Arts, Manipal University, Dubai Campus| October 2014 – December 2014
Teaching Assistantship- Department of Commerce and Arts, Manipal University, Dubai Campus| November 2015 – December 2015
Assistant Professor, WGSHA, Manipal University| April 2012 to July 2013
Lecturer, WGSHA, Manipal University| January 2010 to April 2012