Tourism, Cyprus International University, Turkeyย
Dr. Marjan Kamyabi is a passionate tourism scholar and lecturer currently serving at Cyprus International University. With a solid background in tourism marketing and accessibility, she brings over a decade of academic and industry experience across Iran, North Cyprus, and the Eastern Mediterranean. Dr. Kamyabi has contributed to inclusive tourism studies and has actively guided postgraduate students on diverse research topics. Her work reflects a deep commitment to accessible tourism, sustainable travel, and market development, making her a dynamic contributor to global tourism research and education. ๐๐โ๏ธ
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๐ Education
Dr. Kamyabi earned her Bachelorโs degree in Tourism Management from Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman (2007โ2012) ๐. She then pursued a Masterโs degree in Tourism Marketing at Qeshm Higher Education Institute (2012โ2014), graduating with distinction. Her academic journey culminated with a Ph.D. in Tourism from Eastern Mediterranean University (2017โ2022), where she investigated challenges in accessible tourism for people with disabilities in North Cyprus. Her multilingual abilitiesโPersian ๐ฎ๐ท (native), English ๐ฌ๐ง, and Turkish ๐น๐ทโenhance her global research engagement.
๐ผ Experience
Dr. Kamyabi has held a diverse range of academic and professional roles. She is currently a Lecturer at Cyprus International University (2022โpresent), previously served as a Research Assistant at Eastern Mediterranean University (2017โ2022), and was a Lecturer at Azad University and Payamenoor University in Kerman (2014โ2016). In earlier years, she contributed to the hospitality and tourism industry as a Tour Guide, Flight Counter Agent, and Hotel Manager, enriching her practical understanding of the field. ๐จ๐บ๏ธ๐ฉโ๐ซ
๐ฌ Research Interest
Dr. Kamyabiโs research interests span Accessible Tourism, Tourism Marketing, Sustainable Destination Development, and Consumer Behavior. She specializes in exploring how tourism experiences can be more inclusive, particularly for people with disabilities. Her Ph.D. thesis focused on North Cyprus as a case study for identifying infrastructural gaps and opportunities in accessible tourism, using robust analytical methods like ANOVA and regression models. ๐๐ฑ๐งณ
๐ Awards
While formal awards are not listed, Dr. Kamyabi’s recognition stems from her scholarly impact, conference contributions, and research supervision. Her leadership in postgraduate theses and active participation in international conferences highlight her academic excellence and dedication to the advancement of tourism science. ๐ฅ๐๐
๐ Publications
An Investigation of the Challenges Faced by the Disabled Population and the Implications for Accessible Tourism: Evidence from a Mediterranean Destination โ Sustainability, Vol. 14, Issue 8 (2022), Cited by 7 articles.
๐น Impacts of Gambling on Students’ Life: Case of Eastern Mediterranean University โ A Grounded Theory Research โ Journal of Travel and Tourism Research, Vol. 13 (2018).
๐น Ecotourism, Geopark in Persian Gulf: Challenges and Development Strategies (Qeshm Island) โ Journal of Advance in Environmental Biology (July 2014).
๐น A Review on Eco-tourism Potentials: A Case Study of Kerman-Iran โ Journal of Advance in Environmental Biology (Nov 2014)
Conclusion
Marjan Kamyabi’s academic achievements, particularly in accessible tourism and ecotourism, make her a deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her dedication to addressing practical issues in tourism, along with her strong publication record, showcases her potential to drive change in the field. With continued growth in research diversity and increased global academic engagement, she is on a promising path to further success in academia.