This vertical will position STRATI as a centre of excellence in sustainable cultural and tourism studies, addressing the intersection of economic development, environmental responsibility, and community engagement. It aligns with SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production).
- One-Week Certificate Courses
(Introductory and Awareness-Oriented)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Introduction to Sustainable Tourism | 1 Week | Online | Understand concepts and principles of sustainable tourism | Tourism literacy | Quiz | ₹2,500 / $30 | Tourism sector |
| Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Development | 1 Week | Online | Explore linkages between heritage preservation and sustainability | Heritage awareness | Case study | ₹2,500 / $30 | Culture & development |
| Eco-Tourism and Conservation Practices | 1 Week | Online | Learn principles of eco-tourism and natural resource protection | Environmental stewardship | Report | ₹2,500 / $30 | Eco-tourism industry |
| Community-Based Tourism | 1 Week | Online | Study inclusive tourism benefiting local communities | Stakeholder engagement | Reflection | ₹2,500 / $30 | NGOs & local tourism |
| Climate-Resilient Tourism | 1 Week | Online | Understand how climate change affects tourism and adaptation strategies | Climate resilience | Quiz | ₹2,500 / $30 | Climate & tourism |
- Two-Week Certificate Courses
(Applied and Skill-Focused)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Tourism Policy and Sustainable Destination Management | 2 Weeks | Online | Learn tourism policy frameworks and sustainability standards | Policy analysis | Project | ₹3,500 / $40 | Tourism management |
| Cultural and Creative Industries in the Green Economy | 2 Weeks | Online | Explore cultural industries within sustainable development | Innovation & creativity | Report | ₹3,500 / $40 | Cultural economy |
| Heritage Management and Digital Preservation | 2 Weeks | Online | Understand digital tools for preserving tangible and intangible heritage | Digital heritage tools | Presentation | ₹3,500 / $40 | Heritage tech |
| Responsible Tourism Certification and Branding | 2 Weeks | Online | Learn sustainability certification systems for destinations | Branding & certification | Case study | ₹3,500 / $40 | Hospitality & branding |
| Tourism Entrepreneurship and Local Livelihoods | 2 Weeks | Online | Promote entrepreneurship in sustainable tourism ventures | Business innovation | Project | ₹3,500 / $40 | Start-ups & MSMEs |
- One-Month Certificate Courses
(Professional and Integrative Learning)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Sustainable Destination Planning and Management | 1 Month | Online | Design sustainable tourism destinations and plans | Destination planning | Project | ₹7,000 / $85 | Tourism development |
| Climate Change and Heritage Conservation | 1 Month | Online | Assess climate risks to cultural and natural heritage | Risk assessment | Case study | ₹7,000 / $85 | Heritage conservation |
| Digital Tourism and Smart Heritage | 1 Month | Online | Apply technology for immersive, sustainable tourism experiences | Digital storytelling | Project | ₹7,000 / $85 | Smart tourism |
| Heritage Economics and Cultural Policy | 1 Month | Online | Analyze cultural policies and economics of heritage | Policy design | Research paper | ₹7,000 / $85 | Public policy |
| Tourism Governance and Stakeholder Collaboration | 1 Month | Online | Study governance systems for sustainable tourism development | Partnership building | Case report | ₹7,000 / $85 | Governance & planning |
- Three-Month Certificate Courses
(Advanced and Thematic Integration)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Advanced Heritage and Cultural Resource Management | 3 Months | Online | Learn conservation strategies, policy frameworks, and site management | Resource planning | Project | ₹12,000 / $150 | Heritage management |
| Sustainable Tourism Planning and Impact Assessment | 3 Months | Online | Evaluate economic, social, and environmental impacts | Sustainability auditing | Dissertation | ₹12,000 / $150 | Tourism assessment |
| Community Empowerment and Inclusive Tourism | 3 Months | Online | Study gender, equity, and local governance in tourism | Empowerment tools | Project | ₹12,000 / $150 | NGOs & policy |
| Green Tourism and Climate-Smart Operations | 3 Months | Online | Learn low-carbon practices in tourism enterprises | Carbon auditing | Report | ₹12,000 / $150 | Hospitality & energy |
| Culture, Identity, and Sustainable Development | 3 Months | Online | Explore cultural sustainability and global heritage policy | Intercultural literacy | Essay | ₹12,000 / $150 | Academia & diplomacy |
- Six-Month Diploma Courses
(Comprehensive and Interdisciplinary)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Diploma in Sustainable Tourism and Destination Management | 6 Months | Online | Master sustainable planning, governance, and policy in tourism | Policy & management | Capstone | ₹27,000 / $320 | Tourism industry |
| Diploma in Heritage Conservation and Cultural Policy | 6 Months | Online | Develop frameworks for sustainable cultural resource management | Heritage policy | Dissertation | ₹27,000 / $320 | Culture & policy |
| Diploma in Eco-Tourism and Climate Adaptation | 6 Months | Online | Integrate environmental management with responsible tourism | Eco-planning | Project | ₹27,000 / $320 | Climate & tourism |
| Diploma in Cultural Economics and Creative Industry Management | 6 Months | Online | Study culture’s role in green and creative economies | Cultural enterprise | Dissertation | ₹27,000 / $320 | Creative industries |
| Diploma in Sustainable Travel and Hospitality Innovation | 6 Months | Online | Learn to design and manage low-impact travel enterprises | Sustainable design | Capstone | ₹27,000 / $320 | Tourism & hospitality |
Cross-Cutting Features
- Endorsed by UNESCO’s Sustainable Tourism & Culture Initiative (STCI)
- Combines heritage, entrepreneurship, digital innovation, and green growth
- Ideal for graduates, professionals in tourism, heritage, development agencies, and culture sectors
- STRATI certification ensures global recognition and professional advancement
- Supports policy reform, green innovation, and inclusive development
- Placement and research collaboration opportunities
- Pathway to STRATI Advanced Diplomas and Research Fellowships