Ahmed Hassanien

Dr Ahmed Hassanien is a Lecturer and College Lead in the Business School at Edinburgh Napier University, with over 30 years of international experience in teaching and research. He is internationally recognized for his work in hospitality, tourism, and events education, with a focus on curriculum innovation, student transition, and inclusive pedagogy.

• Position: Lecturer and College Lead
• Institution: Edinburgh Napier University
• School: Business School
• Email: a.hassanien@napier.ac.uk

Dr Hassanien's research centers on hospitality education, student engagement, and facilities management. His work on the Direct Entrant Transition Programme (DETP) has enhanced student belonging and informed institutional strategies. He has contributed extensively to pedagogical literature, particularly in group learning and inclusive curriculum design.

His recent publications span destination image analysis, social enterprise in hospitality, innovation in events venues, and knowledge management. These works reflect a consistent engagement with both theoretical and practical aspects of tourism and hospitality management.

Scientific awards include:

• Best Teacher of the Year (ENSA)

Dr Hassanien has supervised numerous doctoral students to completion, serving as Director of Studies or second supervisor on topics ranging from heritage site development to digital wellbeing of migrants. He is also an external examiner for doctoral theses across the UK and Gulf institutions. He serves as Associate Editor of the International Journal of Customer Relationship Marketing and Management and on the editorial board of The International Journal of Human Capital and Information Technology Professionals. His leadership extends to industry partnerships, professional training, and international academic collaborations.

He has co-edited and contributed to key texts such as Facilities Management and Development for Tourism, Hospitality and Events and co-authored the widely adopted textbook Hospitality Business Development, now in its third edition.