Sotiris Georgiou

Sotiris Georgiou is a part-time Associate Lecturer at the School of Business & Management, University of Central Lancashire Cyprus (UCLan Cyprus). He serves as Course Leader for the Food and Beverage Operations program and teaches modules related to hospitality operations. Holding a BA (Hons) in Hotel Management (2002) and a Master of Arts in International Tourism, Hospitality, and Event Management (2020), his expertise bridges academia and industry.

Education:

• BA (Hons) Hotel Management, Intercollege Larnaca (2002)
• MA International Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management, UCLan Cyprus (2020)

Professional Experience: With over two decades in hospitality, Georgiou has held senior roles including Hotel Manager at Tasia Maris Oasis Hotel (2015–present), Vrissiana Beach Hotel (2013–2014), and Iliada Beach Hotel (2009–2013). He also served as F&B Manager and HACCP coordinator at multiple luxury resorts, demonstrating expertise in operations, compliance, and leadership.

Teaching & Leadership: At UCLan Cyprus, he focuses on practical training in Food and Beverage Operations, integrating industry insights into curriculum design. His role emphasizes bridging theoretical knowledge with real-world hospitality challenges.