Emre Eroktem

Emre Eroktem is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Engineering at the School of Mathematics, Computer Science and Engineering, City St George's, University of London. He currently serves as the Programme Director for the MSc Aviation Management Programmes, where he plays a key role in shaping curriculum and academic direction. His professional background combines extensive industry experience with academic leadership in aviation and engineering disciplines.

Education:

• BEng (Hons) in Air Transport Engineering, City, University of London (1993–1996)
• MSc in Engineering (specialisation in Mechanical Engineering), City, University of London (1996–1998)
• PGCert in Academic Practice, City, University of London (2021–2022)
• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), Advance HE (2022)

His research and teaching interests lie at the intersection of aviation systems, engineering management, and sustainable operations. Key areas include aviation management, aircraft systems engineering, airworthiness and safety, fleet and configuration management, and sustainability in aviation. These interests are deeply informed by his two-decade-long career in the aerospace industry, particularly at Turkish Airlines and Turkish Technic.

Although no publications are listed in the provided text, his professional engagement in technical inspections, fleet planning, and sustainability initiatives suggests a practical and applied research orientation focused on operational excellence and innovation in airline management.

Professional Recognitions and Training:

• Fellow (FHEA), Advance HE (2022)
• Associate Fellow (AFHEA), Advance HE (2021–2022)
• 787 General Familiarisation, Boeing (2019)
• IR Part M, Subpart I for Airworthiness Review Staff, Joint Aviation Authorities (2013)
• 777 ETOPS Orientation Training, Boeing (2009)
• IR Part M Subpart G for Operators and CAMOs, Joint Aviation Authorities (2008)
• Airline Planning Seminar, Boeing (2003)

Mr. Eroktem has supervised operational working groups in fleet planning and sustainability at Turkish Airlines and now leads an MSc programme, indicating a strong role in academic mentoring and programme development. He has previously delivered part-time lectures at the Air Business Academy (Toulouse) and Ozyegin University (Istanbul), focusing on fleet and aircraft configuration management. While no specific grants are mentioned, his leadership roles suggest experience in managing academic and technical projects.

He is associated with the Engineering Department at City St George's, contributing to both teaching and programme leadership. His industry background suggests strong links with aviation stakeholders, which likely enriches the practical orientation of the MSc Aviation Management programme.