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As an Associate Professor in Tourism and Hospitality Management, here is exactly what I offer as a supervisor.
I supervise Master’s (MSc/MA) and PhD students who are passionate about producing rigorous, relevant, and impactful research that bridges academic theory with real-world tourism and hospitality practice. My supervision is hands-on, structured, and student-centered – designed to help you not only complete your degree on time but also build a strong academic or professional portfolio that opens doors after graduation.
I welcome proposals in the following areas (and combinations of them):
- Sustainable and responsible tourism development (especially community-based tourism, overtourism mitigation, and circular economy models in destinations)
- Hospitality operations and innovation (service quality, technology adoption – AI, robotics, smart hotels – employee well-being, and post-pandemic resilience)
- Tourist behaviour and experience design (consumer psychology, memorable experiences, cultural and heritage tourism, dark tourism)
- Destination management and marketing (place branding, digital marketing, crisis and risk management, tourism policy)
- Regional tourism development with a focus on South-East Europe and the Western Balkans (cross-border tourism, rural and mountain tourism, diaspora tourism)
- Event and festival management, culinary tourism, and wellness/spa tourism
If your idea sits at the intersection of any of these with digital transformation, climate change, or inclusive tourism, I am particularly interested.
- Structured supervision process
- We begin with a detailed research proposal workshop (usually 3–4 meetings) until your topic is sharp, feasible, and original.
- Monthly one-to-one meetings (60–90 minutes) during the first year; fortnightly during data collection and writing-up phases.
- Written feedback on every draft chapter within 10 working days (maximum).
- A clear timeline and Gantt chart that we co-create and update together so you always know where you stand.
- Methodological and analytical support I have deep expertise in both quantitative (survey design, SEM, PLS-SEM, econometric modelling of tourism demand) and qualitative approaches (in-depth interviews, focus groups, ethnography, thematic analysis, grounded theory). I can also guide mixed-methods and case-study research. You will have access to my network for data collection (hotels, DMOs, tourism boards, and international partners), and I will help you choose and learn the most appropriate software (SPSS, AMOS, NVivo, R, Python for text analysis).
- Publishing and dissemination opportunities. My goal is that every supervisee publishes at least one high-quality paper (Q1/Q2 journals such as Tourism Management, Journal of Sustainable Tourism, International Journal of Hospitality Management, Journal of Travel Research) before or immediately after graduation. I actively co-author with students when the contribution is substantial and offer full support for conference presentations (funding applications for travel grants included).
- Career and professional development
- Regular career mentoring sessions (academic track or industry track).
- Introduction to my international network (editors, researchers, and industry leaders in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East).
- Training in grant writing, teaching skills (if you wish to pursue academia), and job-market preparation (CV, cover letters, interview coaching).
- Opportunities to join ongoing funded projects or apply for external scholarships together.
- Personalized support and work-life balance. I understand that many students combine studies with work or family responsibilities. I am flexible with meeting times (including evenings or weekends when necessary), and I encourage open conversations about any challenges that arise. My supervision style is supportive yet rigorous. I will challenge you intellectually while providing the scaffolding you need to succeed.
As an Associate Professor in Tourism and Hospitality Management, I offer high-quality, personalized academic supervision for Master’s (MSc/MA) and PhD students. My approach is structured, rigorous, and focused on helping you produce original, publishable research while building your career in academia or the industry.
Structured & transparent supervision process
• Initial 3–4 dedicated proposal development meetings to refine your topic into a feasible, original, and impactful research question.
• Regular one-to-one meetings: monthly (60–90 minutes) in the early stages; increasing to fortnightly during data collection, analysis, and writing-up.
• Timely written feedback on every draft chapter or section within a maximum of 10 working days.
• Co-created timeline and Gantt chart with clear milestones to keep you on track for timely completion.
• Full support for ethics approval, research design, and defense/viva preparation.
I actively supervise topics in:
• Sustainable tourism & responsible destination management
• Hospitality operations, service innovation, and technology (AI, smart hotels, robotics)
• Tourist behavior, experience design, and consumer psychology
• Destination marketing, branding, crisis management, and policy
• Regional focus: (rural, cultural, cross-border, diaspora tourism)
• Culinary, wellness, event, and heritage tourism
I provide strong support across quantitative methods (surveys, SEM/PLS-SEM, econometric modelling), qualitative methods (interviews, focus groups, ethnography, thematic/grounded theory analysis), and mixed-methods or case-study designs. I help you select and master the right tools (SPSS, AMOS, NVivo, R, etc.) and can facilitate access to industry partners for data collection (hotels, DMOs, tourism boards).
Publishing & career development
• Opportunities for co-authorship where your contribution is substantial.
• Support for conference presentations and applications for travel grants.
• Career mentoring: academic track (job market prep, teaching skills) or industry track (CV, networking, grant writing).
• Access to my international network of researchers, editors, and industry contacts.
Personalized & flexible support I adapt to your needs, including work/family commitments, and maintain open communication. My style is supportive yet intellectually challenging. I provide scaffolding while expecting you to drive the project.
Private supervision/coaching rates
Rates are competitive and reflect my expertise as an Associate Professor with a track record in tourism and hospitality research. All prices are in EUR (net, excluding any applicable VAT if required by law).
• Full Master’s thesis supervision package (proposal to final submission, typically 6–12 months): €1,500 – €3,800 (depending on scope, intensity, and whether co-authorship/publication support is included). Paid in 3–4 instalments.
• PhD thesis supervision / ongoing coaching (per academic year or stage-based): €1,800 – €4,000 per year (or equivalent monthly rate). Can be structured per phase (e.g., proposal, data collection, analysis & writing).
• Hourly / pay-as-you-go support (e.g., feedback on chapters, methodology workshops, statistical analysis help, viva prep): €40 – €100 per hour (minimum 2 hours per session). Packages of 10+ hours receive a discounted rate (€65–€80 per hour).
• One-off intensive services:
o Research proposal development (3–4 meetings + detailed feedback): €400 – €600
o Data analysis & interpretation support (quantitative or qualitative): €500 – €1,000 (depending on complexity)
o Full chapter review + rewrite guidance: €100 – €200 per chapter
What influences the exact fee?
• Complexity of the topic and methods
• Desired intensity of support (e.g., very frequent meetings vs. standard)
• Inclusion of co-authorship or extra publishing support
• Your timeline and any urgent deadlines
I always discuss and agree on the exact scope and fee in advance with a clear written agreement so there are no surprises.