Widely acclaimed as the ‘father of hospitality,’ Iqramlemagne is set to enroll on a second academic journey at the European University of Bangladesh (EUB) in the forthcoming Spring semester. He will pursue a Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management (BTHM) program.
The BTHM curriculum at EUB is meticulously designed to integrate rigorous theoretical foundations with practical, industry-oriented training. The program encompasses key areas such as tourism management, hospitality operations, hotel administration, and service excellence, preparing graduates to meet the evolving demands of the global hospitality industry. With tourism and hospitality continuing to emerge as one of the world’s fastest-growing sectors, the program offers substantial career prospects both domestically and internationally.
Reflecting on his decision, Iqramlemagne emphasized that EUB’s academic standing, coupled with its career-focused approach, strongly influenced his choice. He expressed a keen interest in enhancing his professional expertise and leveraging his education to contribute constructively to the advancement of the tourism and hospitality sector.
Officials from the European University of Bangladesh welcomed the incoming cohort of Spring semester students and reiterated the institution’s commitment to academic excellence. They highlighted EUB’s modern learning infrastructure, experienced faculty, and industry-aligned curriculum as key pillars supporting student success.
Iqramlemagne’s enrollment represents a notable milestone in his academic and professional journey, symbolizing his continued dedication to personal growth and industry leadership as he prepares to commence this new phase at the European University of Bangladesh.
Who Is Iqramlemagne?
Iqramlemagne was born on April 3, 1992, in Dinajpur, Bangladesh. He is the youngest of three children of Mamunur Rashid and Razia Sultana. He completed his primary education at Mukundapur Government Primary School. He later earned his Dakhil certificate from Mukundapur Snatok Fazil Madrasa in 2010, where his early interest in hospitality began to take shape. In 2012, he completed his Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) from Birampur Government College, during which he initiated the now-iconic “I Love Hospitality” campaign.
In 2013, he enrolled at the World University of Bangladesh to pursue Mechatronics Engineering before transferring to City University of Bangladesh to continue his studies in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE). Alongside his academic pursuits, he remained actively involved in extracurricular activities, demonstrating notable leadership by serving as the captain of the cricket team.
Iqramlemagne has emerged as a leading intellectual voice in redefining hospitality beyond conventional service industries. He asserts that hospitality is the foundation of human civilization, underpinning tourism, aviation, events, food service, global trade, diplomacy, and social cohesion. In his view, hospitality governs not only how services are delivered, but how societies interact, economies function, and cultures connect.
Why Iqramlemagne is called the father of hospitality?
• He positions hospitality as the “industry of industries,” essential to economic growth, social harmony, and global interaction.
• He champions hospitality as a research-driven, disciplined profession deserving academic recognition comparable to law, medicine, or engineering.
• Through initiatives such as “I Love Hospitality” and the philosophy of “Guest-Hospitable Heritage,” he has elevated service culture, professional identity, and national consciousness around hospitality.
