Highly accomplished Assistant Professor and Academic Researcher with over 15 years of experience driving interdisciplinary research in financial economics, sustainable tourism, and educational innovation. Expert in quantitative analysis, curriculum development, and knowledge transfer, effectively bridging academia and industry to deliver impactful socio-economic and environmental solutions. Proven leader in academic mentorship and program coordination, fostering student success and institutional collaboration.
SANTA MARIA DE TRASSIERRA, CÓRDOBA, España
Assistant Professor of Financial Economics & Tourism Management
Córdoba, Andalucía, Spain
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Summary
Led diverse academic initiatives at the University of Córdoba for over 15 years, progressing from Associate to Assistant Professor, spearheading research in financial economics, sustainable tourism, and educational innovation. Designed and delivered curricula across various degree programs and master's courses, while coordinating external internships for over 200 students to foster university-industry collaboration.
Highlights
Cultivated an engaging learning environment for over 500 students annually across 15+ years, teaching diverse subjects in Financial Economics and Accounting.
Mentored 20+ Bachelor's and Master's theses, including those for the Global Management Challenge, guiding students through complex business simulations.
Coordinated external internships for over 200 Business Administration students, enhancing practical skill transfer and industry integration since 2023.
Developed and delivered specialized curricula in Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, and Sector-Specific Accounting for diverse degree programs, including Law, Business Administration, and Tourism.
Research Collaborator
Córdoba, Andalucía, Spain
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Summary
Collaborated on a research agreement to study the materiality and sustainability of the Mezquita-Catedral of Córdoba, prioritizing heritage community issues.
Highlights
Contributed to research on the sustainability of a major heritage site, focusing on material issues and community engagement.
Analyzed data and applied research methodologies to inform strategic planning for the Mezquita-Catedral's long-term preservation.
Facilitated inter-university collaboration between two research groups: "SEJ-717 Finanzas, contabilidad y gestión turística" and "SEJ-588 Economía del turismo, de la cultura y del deporte".
Research Collaborator & Analyst
Córdoba, Andalucía, Spain
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Summary
Participated in a €10,000 contract to analyze the socio-demographic profile, motivations, and perceptions of attendees at the 'Sierra Morena 2023' rally.
Highlights
Conducted data curation, formal analysis, and methodological design for a €10,000 project, identifying socio-economic impact of a major event.
Developed tools for event managers and public administrations to leverage audience segmentation for improved planning and development.
Contributed to understanding attendee profiles and motivations, enabling more targeted and sustainable event management strategies.
Collaborating Researcher
Granada, Andalucía, Spain
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Summary
Collaborated on a €3,000 research project analyzing astrotourism's potential for socio-economic and sustainable development in rural Andalusia, focusing on science and sustainable tourism.
Highlights
Analyzed the economic viability of science-based tourism products, identifying synergies between astronomical outreach and local development.
Contributed to designing strategies for integrating scientific culture into rural tourism, fostering an environmentally respectful business model.
Evaluated astrotourism's capacity to de-seasonalize tourist demand and promote environmental sustainability by valuing night sky quality.
Research Support Member
Córdoba, Andalucía, Spain
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Summary
Provided research support for a €101,640 project on climate change and irrigation sustainability, focusing on innovative water resource management tools.
Highlights
Collected and refined extensive data for a €101,640 project, ensuring data integrity for advanced statistical analysis.
Collaborated on applying statistical techniques to analyze data, contributing to the development of sustainable irrigation practices.
Supported the creation of innovative tools to improve water resource management in periods of scarcity, addressing climate challenges in irrigated agriculture.
Research Team Member
Córdoba, Andalucía, Spain
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Summary
Contributed to a €14,983 FINAGUA project developing innovative financial instruments for sustainable irrigation management and climate change mitigation.
Highlights
Assisted in data collection, purification, treatment, and analysis for the €14,983 FINAGUA project, supporting the development of financial instruments.
Contributed to research on index-based insurance and precautionary savings, aiming to adapt irrigated agriculture to new climatic realities.
Supported the development of tools to cover hydrological risks and promote efficient water demand, crucial for agricultural sector resilience.
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Postgraduate Expert Diploma
University Teaching
Courses
Competency-Based Syllabus Design
Active Learning Methodologies (Flipped Classroom, Project-Based Learning)
Advanced Educational Assessment (Rubrics, Continuous & Formative Assessment)
Digitalization of Teaching & TIC Tools for Hybrid Learning
Published by
Revista Tierras (Interempresas Media)
Summary
Translated complex econometric models into accessible language for agro-food professionals, providing practical tools for efficient farm management and agricultural policy design. Bridged the gap between academia and industry, maximizing social and sectoral impact of research findings.
Published by
Humanities and Social Sciences Communications. Springer Nature.
Summary
Analyzed value chain in intangible heritage tourism (UNESCO), demonstrating how perceived quality influences destination loyalty via satisfaction and memorable experiences. Utilized quantitative methodology (PLS-SEM) to provide a decision framework for public managers on sustainable tourism and cultural preservation.
Published by
Environmental and Sustainability Indicators. Elsevier.
Summary
Developed a novel framework to measure agricultural resilience (robustness, adaptability, transformability) using composite economic and productive indicators. Employed Tobit regression models to identify determinants, revealing 'partial resilience' where public aid sustains short-term stability but hinders dynamic capacity for new challenges.
Published by
Tourism Recreation Research. Routledge. Taylor and Francis Group.
Summary
Investigated free walking tour user profiles using artificial neural networks (Multilayer Perceptron) based on a 244-user survey. Identified motivations and preferences to inform destination managers and businesses on designing sustainable services and mitigating overtourism, highlighting age as a key determinant.
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Issued By
Universidad Internacional de La Rioja (UNIR)
Quantitative Analysis, Statistical Modeling (PLS-SEM, Tobit Regression), Data Collection, Data Curation, Data Analysis, Research Methodology, Econometrics, Impact Assessment, Socio-economic Analysis, Academic Writing, Peer Review.
Curriculum Development, Active Learning, Flipped Classroom, Project-Based Learning, Educational Technology (Camtasia, Canvas LMS), Student Mentoring, Thesis Supervision, Course Design, Blended Learning, Assessment Design, University Teaching.
Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Sector-Specific Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, Economic Resilience, Sustainable Tourism, Astrotourism, Climate Change Impact, Water Resource Management.
Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Inter-university Collaboration, Program Coordination, Resource Management, Knowledge Transfer.
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Collaborated on an educational innovation project integrating AI-assisted tools to transform digital learning and foster 'prosumer' students, enhancing digital competencies.
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Collaborated on an innovation project to strengthen pre-university economics education, bridging the gap between university and secondary schools to improve curricular articulation.
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Actively participated in an educational innovation project focused on optimizing university evaluation and integrating a gender perspective to ensure equity.