Papavasiliou Vasilis

Head of the Hospitality & Tourism Field / Assistant Professor
Qualifications:

PhD in Hotel and Tourism Management
Master’s Degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management and Marketing.

Studies:

PhD (2022)
• PhD in Hotel and Tourism Management
• Hong Kong Polytechnic University (HK) - Thesis title: “Collective memory and narrated destination image: Interpreting the tour guides narratives in guided tours.”
Master’s Degree (2014)
• Master’s Degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management
• Bournemouth University (UK) - Dissertation title: “The evolution of the Traditional Cypriot Restaurant: Authenticity perceptions between locals and tourists.”
Bachelor’s Degree (2012)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management and Marketing.
• Hull University (UK) - Dissertation title: “How far has Disney been successful through the communication of theme to motivate visitors to attend its theme parks? An investigation based on European and Asian/Pacific Rim university students.”

Work experience:
  • Hong Kong Polytechnic University – Teaching/Assistant Lecturer
  • Technology Strategy in Hospitality and Tourism (January – June 2019)
  • Strategic Management (January - June 2017)
  • Corporate Social Responsibility and Ethics (September - December 2017)
  • KYTV Tourism and Travel (August 2018 – 2021) Tour Guide in Berlin, Germany - For SANDEMANS walking tours and single day tours (July 2015 –February 2016)
Research:

Research Profile