Dr. Shree Prasad Bhattarai, Head of the Department of Management at LBU, is a hospitality expert with a PhD in Management and global academic exposure across 25+ countries. He integrates Buddhist values with modern business education, promoting ethical leadership and innovation.
Shree Prasad Bhattarai (PhD.) is a distinguished academic and hospitality management professional, currently serving as the Head of the Department of Management and Assistant Professor at Lumbini Buddhist University (LBU), Nepal. He holds a PhD in Management from Lincoln University College, Malaysia (2025), where his research focused on complaints and service recovery in service industries. With a Master’s degree in Hospitality Management from University College Birmingham, UK, and a Bachelor’s in Hotel Management from Nepal Academy of Tourism and Hotel Management (NATHM), Dr. Bhattarai brings a strong academic foundation and a deep understanding of the global hospitality sector. His early leadership as Program Coordinator and later as Principal at Western Mega College from 2014 to 2023 laid the groundwork for his academic vision and administrative expertise.
Dr. Bhattarai has traveled to over 25 countries, gaining academic and professional exposure across the United States, United Kingdom, Spain, Germany, Italy, Norway, Denmark, Switzerland, UAE, Qatar, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, India, Sri Lanka, China, and more. These international experiences have shaped his teaching philosophy and enriched his approach to curriculum development, blending global best practices with localized, culturally sensitive pedagogy. His travels have allowed him to study and observe hospitality and management education systems in various regions, positioning him to bring global standards and innovation into the academic ecosystem at LBU. His insights have become a significant asset in elevating the university’s mission to offer globally competent and ethically rooted education.
At LBU, Dr. Bhattarai has been instrumental in integrating Buddhist perspectives into modern business and AI education, advocating for a holistic approach to management that emphasizes sustainability, ethical leadership, and innovation. He leads curriculum reforms, supervises student research, and regularly organizes seminars, workshops, and collaborative industry-academic projects. His ability to connect traditional wisdom with contemporary business challenges inspires students to become responsible professionals in today’s rapidly evolving global economy. With his dynamic leadership and global outlook, Dr. Bhattarai continues to be a driving force in shaping the future of management education at Lumbini Buddhist University.
