Hospitality, Tourism, and Destination Management

This program prepares learners to manage and lead across the hospitality, travel, and tourism sectors, with strong emphasis on sustainability, innovation, digital transformation, and destination competitiveness. Participants will gain expertise in tourism policy, hospitality operations, sustainable destination planning, and global travel management. The program supports SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), and SDG 13 (Climate Action) by promoting responsible tourism and hospitality excellence.

  1. One-Week Certificate Courses

(Foundational understanding of the tourism and hospitality ecosystem)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism 1 Week Online Understand the structure, trends, and opportunities in the industry Sector overview Quiz ₹2,500 / $30 Tourism sector
Tourism Policy and Planning Fundamentals 1 Week Online Learn about tourism policy frameworks and planning tools Policy insight Assignment ₹2,500 / $30 Government & NGOs
Sustainable Tourism Management 1 Week Online Explore eco-tourism and sustainable destination management Sustainability Case study ₹2,500 / $30 Eco-tourism
Customer Service Excellence in Hospitality 1 Week Online Understand service quality and guest experience management Service operations Simulation ₹2,500 / $30 Hotels & resorts
Tourism Marketing and Branding 1 Week Online Learn basics of tourism marketing and destination promotion Branding & media Project ₹2,500 / $30 Travel & marketing
  1. Two-Week Certificate Courses

(Applied programs in tourism operations and policy)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Sustainable Hospitality Management 2 Weeks Online Integrate sustainability principles into hospitality operations Green management Project ₹4,500 / $55 Hotels & CSR
Destination Development and Promotion 2 Weeks Online Plan and market sustainable tourism destinations Destination planning Project ₹4,500 / $55 Tourism boards
Event Tourism and Festival Management 2 Weeks Online Design tourism-linked events and cultural experiences Cultural event planning Simulation ₹4,500 / $55 Tourism & culture
Digital Tourism and Smart Destinations 2 Weeks Online Leverage digital tools and analytics in tourism management Digital strategy Case study ₹4,500 / $55 Smart tourism
Community-Based Tourism and Rural Development 2 Weeks Online Empower local communities through participatory tourism models Social innovation Project ₹4,500 / $55 Rural & sustainable tourism
  1. One-Month Certificate Courses

(Comprehensive training for tourism and hospitality professionals)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Strategic Hospitality and Hotel Operations 1 Month Online Learn advanced hotel management, operations, and guest service Operational leadership Case study ₹7,000 / $85 Hotels & resorts
Tourism Economics and Policy 1 Month Online Analyze economic linkages and policies driving tourism Economic analysis Project ₹7,000 / $85 Policy & research
Destination Management and Sustainable Planning 1 Month Online Create integrated destination management strategies Strategic planning Simulation ₹7,000 / $85 Tourism authorities
Hospitality Marketing and Revenue Management 1 Month Online Learn digital marketing, yield management, and pricing models Marketing strategy Capstone ₹7,000 / $85 Hospitality management
Cultural Heritage and Eco-Tourism Management 1 Month Online Plan tourism projects based on heritage and ecological assets Cultural planning Research paper ₹7,000 / $85 Heritage & eco sectors
  1. Three-Month Certificate Courses

(Advanced management programs for global tourism and hospitality leaders)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Advanced Tourism and Destination Management 3 Months Online Develop policies and marketing strategies for global destinations Strategic management Dissertation ₹15,000 / $175 Destination authorities
International Hospitality and Service Leadership 3 Months Online Lead and manage hospitality businesses across cultures Leadership & operations Project ₹15,000 / $175 Hotels & service sector
Sustainable Tourism and Green Certification 3 Months Online Learn eco-certification standards and sustainable tourism metrics Compliance management Case study ₹15,000 / $175 Sustainability auditing
Smart Tourism, Innovation, and Digital Experience 3 Months Online Apply smart technologies and AI to enhance visitor experience Innovation & tech Simulation ₹15,000 / $175 Tech-enabled tourism
Global Travel Management and Air Transport Systems 3 Months Online Understand international travel systems, logistics, and safety Global operations Capstone ₹15,000 / $175 Airlines & travel agencies
  1. Six-Month Diploma Courses

(Comprehensive professional diplomas for sustainable tourism leadership)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management 6 Months Online Manage operations, marketing, and sustainability in tourism Full-cycle management Dissertation ₹30,000 / $350 Tourism & hospitality
Diploma in Sustainable Tourism and Destination Development 6 Months Online Develop responsible and inclusive destination strategies Policy & sustainability Capstone ₹30,000 / $350 Government & NGOs
Diploma in Global Tourism Marketing and Branding 6 Months Online Build global branding and tourism promotion strategies Global marketing Project ₹30,000 / $350 Tourism boards
Diploma in Eco-Tourism, Conservation, and Rural Development 6 Months Online Promote conservation-linked and community-based tourism Community planning Dissertation ₹30,000 / $350 Eco-tourism & CSR
Diploma in Tourism Policy, Governance, and Development 6 Months Online Formulate tourism policies aligned with sustainability goals Policy governance Simulation ₹30,000 / $350 Policy & administration

Common Features Across All Courses

  • Curriculum aligned with UNWTO and Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) frameworks
  • Focus on eco-tourism, cultural tourism, and green hospitality
  • Blends theory, management tools, and practical case studies
  • Ideal for students, entrepreneurs, hospitality professionals, and government officials
  • STRATI-certified and aligned with international governance training standards
  • Pathway to STRATI Advanced Diplomas and Research Fellowships
  • Placement and research collaboration opportunities