Sustainable Culture and Tourism Program

Duration: 4 Weeks (Short Course)

Mode of Delivery: Lectures, Case Studies, Practical Workshops
Course Outline:

  1. Fundamentals of Sustainable Tourism
    • What is sustainable tourism?
    • Economic, social, and environmental benefits
    • Role of stakeholders in tourism sustainability
  2. Cultural Heritage Protection
    • Tangible and intangible cultural assets
    • Community involvement in heritage conservation
    • Responsible tourism practices
  3. Eco-Tourism and Community-Based Tourism
    • Principles of eco-tourism
    • Engaging and benefiting local communities
    • Success stories in sustainable tourism
  4. Sustainable Tourism Business Models
    • Green hotels and responsible tour operators
    • Digital transformation in tourism
    • Marketing and branding of sustainable tourism destinations 

Mode of Assessment:

  • Case Study Analysis (30%)
  • Group Project: Designing a Sustainable Tourism Plan (40%)
  • Quiz & Participation (30%)