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Dr Douglas Yourston

Senior Lecturer in Hospitality and Events Management

BUSINESS, COMPUTING & SOCIAL SCIENCES
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Telephone:
01242 715213
My research interests are in the area include generational studies, managerial careers, hospitality education and the philosophy of freedom and authenticity.

Biography

I am particularly interested in developing innovative research methodologies including in the area of business-orientated practice.

Qualifications

  • PhD, Doctor of Philosophy, University of Gloucestershire, 2010-2016
  • MSc Workforce Development and Training, University of Leicester, 2005-2008
  • BA Hospitality Management, University of Western Sydney – Hawkesbury, 1992-1995.

Awards

  • Most Innovative Teaching at University of Gloucestershire, 2015 – WOW award 2019
  • Council for Hospitality Management Education Annual Research Conference, Winner of Best Themed Paper, University of Derby, 2014.

Membership of professional bodies

  • Institute of Hospitality Management (HCIMA)

Teaching & Research

Teaching

Mixed methods approach:

  • Primarily qualitative methods
  • Quantitative methods
  • Active research.

Research

My current research focus lies in the area of authenticity, generational studies and career development. I have a number of doctoral candidates who are studying themes including culture in the workplace, generational studies in the workplace, and project management in the aerospace sector.

Publications

More publications from Dr Douglas Yourston can be found in the Research Repository.

External responsibilities

Professional positions

  • Database Administrator
  • Senior Application Support engineer for Avon and Somerset police
  • Assistant hotel manager in Sydney
  • Food and Beverage Service Manager in the UK.

External examining

  • External Examiner City of Bristol College HE Business, Ulster University
  • Department of Hospitality & Tourism for Foundation Degrees External Panelist for BA (Hons) Culinary Arts Management and Level 6 top-up, Cardiff School of Management.
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