Dr. Kareem M. Selem | Media and culture |Best Researcher Award
Dr. Kareem M. Selem , Suez canal university ,Egypt
Dr. Kareem M. Selem stands as a distinguished figure in the realm of Media and Culture, earning the esteemed Best Researcher Award for his exceptional contributions. Currently affiliated with Suez Canal University in Egypt, Dr. Selem’s academic journey reflects a continuous pursuit of excellence.
🎓 His educational odyssey began at the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels at Suez Canal University, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management with an outstanding 87.17%, marking an Excellent with honor. Building upon this success, Dr. Selem delved deeper into the intricacies of hotel management, completing his Master’s degree from October 2016 to October 2019. His MSc thesis focused on occupational health and safety measures, applying global standards like “ISO 45001-2018” to ensure the well-being of staff in the food and beverage department. The degree obtained was Excellent, accompanied by a recommendation to publish the thesis at the level of Egyptian and Arab universities.
🌐 Taking his academic pursuits to new heights, Dr. Selem undertook a Ph.D. in Hotel Management from January 2020 to October 2022 at the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels, Suez Canal University. His groundbreaking thesis, titled “The impact of creative destruction to achieve sustainable competitive advantage through augmented reality: Applied to some five-star hotels,” explored the fusion of business economics and emerging technology, particularly augmented reality, to attain competitive advantages resistant to imitation. The Ph.D. degree earned was Excellent, with a commendation to publish the thesis at the Egyptian and Arab university levels.
This academic expedition not only enriched Dr. Selem’s knowledge but also provided valuable insights into elevating the standards of the hospitality industry through innovative practices, showcasing his commitment to advancing scholarship in his field. 🌟
🎓 Education:
Embarking on a remarkable academic journey, I have traversed the realms of hospitality education, culminating in a stellar achievement. 🏨 From October 2010 to May 2014, I pursued my undergraduate studies, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management from the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels at Suez Canal University in Ismailia, Egypt, with a remarkable 87.17%, marking an Excellent with honor. 🎓 This laid the foundation for my continuous pursuit of excellence.
Building upon my undergraduate success, I delved deeper into the intricacies of hotel management, completing my Master’s degree from October 2016 to October 2019. My MSc thesis focused on the critical aspect of occupational health and safety measures for staff in the food and beverage department, applying global standards such as “ISO 45001-2018” to ensure stringent measures for employee well-being. The degree obtained was Excellent, accompanied by a recommendation to publish the thesis at the level of Egyptian and Arab universities.
My academic voyage reached new heights from January 2020 to October 2022, as I undertook a Ph.D. in Hotel Management at the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels, Suez Canal University. The culmination of this journey was a groundbreaking thesis titled “The impact of creative destruction to achieve sustainable competitive advantage through augmented reality: Applied to some five-star hotels.” 🌐 The dissertation explored the fusion of business economics and emerging technology, particularly augmented reality, to attain competitive advantages resistant to imitation. The obtained Ph.D. degree was Excellent, with a commendation to publish the thesis at the Egyptian and Arab university levels.
This academic expedition has not only enriched my knowledge but also provided valuable insights into elevating the standards of the hospitality industry through innovative practices. 🌟
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE :
Thriving in the realm of academia, my professional journey has seamlessly evolved from Demonstrator to Assistant Lecturer, and now, with immense pride, I serve as a dedicated Lecturer in the Hotel Management Department at the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels. 🎓 Since January 2023, I’ve been imparting knowledge in various facets of hospitality, steering courses such as Crisis Management in the Hospitality Industry, Social Media Management, and Occupational Health and Safety Management. 🏨 My commitment extends to cultivating expertise in Computer Applications in Hotels, Restaurant Service Arts, Food and Beverages Safety, Banquet and Conference Management, and Strategic Planning in the Hospitality Industry. 🍽️ In this dynamic role, I also delve into the intricate world of International Cuisines, Principles of Statistics, and Front Office Management.
Building up to this role, from October 2019 to December 2022, I served as an Assistant Lecturer, refining my instructional skills in courses like Hotel Environment Management, Market Research, and Management Information Systems. 📊 Additionally, I contributed to shaping the future of the hospitality industry through courses on Food and Beverage Quality Control, Human Resource Development, and Hotel Management Agreements and Contracts.
My journey began as a Demonstrator from March 2016 to September 2019, where I laid the groundwork for my teaching career. Courses in Hotel Cost Accounting, Hotel Marketing Management, Hospitality Industry Principles, and Housekeeping and Décor Management marked the initiation of my passion for sharing knowledge in the field of hotel management. 🌐 This educational voyage allows me to fuse theoretical understanding with practical insights, preparing the next generation of hospitality professionals. 👩🏫