Principal Desk

MESSAGE FROM PRINCIPAL'S DESK

Prof. Asish Kumar Swain
Principal, IMBSOH

It gives me immense pleasure to welcome you to "IMB School of Hospitality (IMBSOH)," which is one of the renowned hotel management institutes in Bhubaneswar, which stands for excellence and continuously sets the highest standards.

Hospitality and Tourism is one of the most powerful tools for promoting economic and social development of a nation. Tourism supports 10% of all economic activity on the planet and 8% of all global employment. It offers opportunities across various types of businesses and organizations all around the world, including hotels, resorts, restaurants, railways, cruise ships, airlines, education, tourist destinations, attractions, retail, sports, hospitals, and many more allied sectors.

IMBSOH is a world-class hotel management institute with an affordable fee structure in the state of Odisha. We not only provide an inclusive and student-centric environment with an enhanced curriculum but also focus on the overall development of our students, equipping them with skills and confidence and nurturing creativity and leadership qualities. We encourage all our students to participate in various co-curricular and extracurricular activities so that they can grow up to be the finest hospitality personnel and leaders.

We boast of highly qualified faculty members having solid experiences in the world of hospitality and tourism. Together with our esteemed faculty members and staff, we look forward to guiding and empowering our students on their journey toward success.

I take this opportunity to invite you all to visit our campus IMBSOH and get enrolled in hospitality education that opens a wide door to achieving your dream career into reality.

Thank you.

Principal's Bite

Prof. Asish Kumar Swain – Principal | IMB School of Hospitality, Bhubaneswar

Utkal University of Culture Affiliated | Hotel Management Education Leader

Professional Profile

Ph.D. Scholar in Hospitality & Tourism Management with 20+ years of experience in hospitality education and administration. Currently leading IMB School of Hospitality, Bhubaneswar, one of Odisha's premier UUC-affiliated HM institutes. Recognized for building strong industry-academia bridges and driving consistent placements with 5-star hotel chains including Taj, ITC Hotels, Oberoi, Radisson, Marriott, Hyatt, Lemon Tree, and Novotel.

Education & Certifications

Ph.D. Pursuing - Hospitality & Tourism Management | Siksha 'O' Anusandhan Deemed to be University, SOA | CGPA: 8.00/10
MBA - Master of Business Administration | Kalinga University, Raipur | 2016 | First Division
BTHS - Bachelor of Tourism & Hospitality Services | Utkal University of Culture | 2007 | First Class
Certified Specialist - Wines & Spirits, Bartending & Barflair | Indian Institute of Bartending | 2011

Awards & Honors

National Level

Educational Excellence Award 2020 | Beginup Research Intelligence | "Outstanding Contribution in Hotel Management Administration" | Presented at The Taj West End, Bengaluru

Regional Level

AAHAR WAYS Awards 2023-24 | 2nd Position | "Best Principal - Bhubaneswar Region" | Food • Beverage • HORECA Category | Odisha Mirror Initiative

State & Cultural Recognition

Odisha Mirror NewsMaker Award 2026 | 14th Anniversary Edition | "Big Respect for the News Makers"
Odisha Mirror Udyana Samman 2024 | Odia Daily Edition
Sarbashrestha Guru Samman 2019 | Bikashilika Parishad, Odisha | "Sarboottama Guru"
Biswa Odia Pariwar Samman 2019 | 93rd Samprunik Utsha Mahotsav, Konark | "Shikshabandhu" - Contribution to Odia Art, Culture & Hospitality Education
Shiksha-Kamal Samman 2019 | Badakhedekar Pathagar, Anantpur | Dedication & Devotion to Education
Kalinga Sena Samman 2018 | 10th Foundation Day | "Adarsha Shikshabid" - Ideal Educationist

Core Expertise