
Uroy Clarke
Lecturer In Tourism And Hospitality Management
Lecturer
Leadership and management
Department of Tourism, Hospitality & Events Management , Royal Docks School Of Business And Law
Uroy Dale Clarke has several years of lecturing in hospitality management, business, and marketing. He was previously a module leader for MBA Financial management, L5 lead, and programme manager at the University of Wales, London, and Birmingham Campus, before joining the University of East London.
Qualifications
- MSc International Banking & Finance
- MA Leadership & Management
- BA (Hon) Accounting
Areas Of Interest
- Hospitality, events and tourism management
- Leadership and management
- Marketing
OVERVIEW
Currently serving as a City Councillor, he draws upon his extensive background as the former President of Equality Council UK and Chairman of the governing board at City College. In his capacity as a non-executive director in various institutions, Uroy Dale Clarke has contributed strategic insights to diverse organisational landscapes. With a focus on hospitality, events, and tourism management, Uroy Dale Clarke has amassed a vast amount of expertise over the years in a variety of capacities, including module leader and programme manager. His academic career demonstrates his dedication to developing the next generation of experts in these fast-paced fields. In addition to teaching information, he possesses a thorough comprehension of the nuances of hospitality, event, and tourism management in his job as a lecturer. His commitment to remaining current with industry trends and best practices has made sure that students are taught pertinent and current material, equipping them for the industry and changing trends. Due to his skill as a module leader, he has been able to mould the curriculum, fusing academic concepts with real-world applications to provide an extensive experience of learning. Using cutting-edge teaching strategies and authentic case studies, students are given the tools they need to develop the critical thinking and problem-solving skills necessary to succeed in the workplace.
External roles
- City Councillor
Industry partners
- Chairman at City College London
CURRENT RESEARCH
Uroy Dale Clarke's research focuses on Artificial Intelligence's (AI) impact on firm financial performance in the hospitality industry. He is investigating if AI can lead the constantly changing hospitality sector and, if so, how this can affect these companies' bottom lines. Will it aid in protecting businesses from erratic financial situations and unstable economies? Which risk factors need to be considered by businesses in this industry? Is AI the path forward for the development of sustainable tourism?
Research and Impact
Uroy Dale Clarke's previous research journey has been marked by a focus on corporate governance and board gender equality. Building on this foundation, his current exploration delves into the intricate intersection of AI and its impact on organisations' financial performance in the hospitality industry.
TEACHING
MODULES
- Tourism and hospitality concepts and approaches
- Service and experience marketing
- Mental wealth
- Employability in hospitality
- Events and tourism
Publications
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Full publications list
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