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.
- 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 |
- 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 |
- 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 |
- 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 |
- 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