This Advanced Professional Certificate Course in International Tourism Policy and Development offers a comprehensive understanding of Responsible Tourism, delving into sustainable development concepts, key themes, and strategies. It explores Theories of International Tourism Development, covering theoretical frameworks, the impact of tourism on development, and key industry participants. Additionally, participants gain insights into the key aspects of tourism, cultural tourism, case studies, and challenges, addressing negative impacts and global development issues. The course further focuses on Understanding the Concepts & Theories of Public Policy for Tourism, encompassing the evolution of tourism policy, governmental roles, policy approaches, stakeholders, instruments, implementation, evaluation, and the vital connection between tourism and sustainable development.

After the successful completion of this course, you will understand the following;

Responsible Tourism

• Understanding Responsible Tourism and Sustainable Development
• Examples of Responsible Tourism Practices
• Strategies for Encouraging Responsible Tourism
• Exploring the Triple Bottom Line (The Three P's) in Responsible Tourism Context
• Key Themes in Responsible Tourism Implementation
• Exploring the Concepts of Sustainable Tourism Development
• Various Categories of Sustainable Tourism Development Objectives


Theories of International Tourism Development

• Enhancing Tourism Activities.
• Theoretical Frameworks for Progress.
• Connection and Impact of Tourism on Development.
• Key Participants in the Tourist Industry.
• Influence of International Tourism on Locations.


Theories of International Tourism Development

• The Key Aspects of Tourism.
• Cultural Tourism.
• Case Study: Tourism Development in Mexico.
• Tourism Development & Development of Other Arenas.
• Negative Impacts of Tourism Development in Other Arenas.
• Challenges in Developing Tourism in The Emerging Economies.
• Global Development Issues in Tourism Industry.
• Managing the Tourism Development Issues.


Theories of Public Policy for Tourism

• Tourism Policy.
• The Evolution of Tourism Policy.
• Theories of State or Government.
• Role of Government In Tourism.
• Approaches To Policy.
• Approaches to Tourism Policymaking.
• The Policy making Process.
• Tourism Stakeholders.
• Tourism Policy Instruments.
• Policy Implementation.
• Tourism Policy Evaluation.
• Sustainable Development in Tourism.
• The Relationship Between Tourism And Sustainable Development.
• Role of Policy in Sustainable Tourism Development

 

All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to MSBM accreditation in about us for more details.

There are no strict entry requirements for this course. Work experience will be added advantage to understanding the content of the course.
The certificate is designed to enhance the learner's knowledge in the field. This certificate is for everyone eager to know more and get updated on current ideas in their respective field. We recommend this certificate for the following audience.
 

•  Tourism Professionals
•  Government Officials and Policy Makers
•  Sustainability and Development Practitioners
•  Industry Stakeholders
•  Emerging Economies' Tourism Managers
•  Public Policy Enthusiasts
•  Cultural and Heritage Tourism Managers
•  Sustainable Tourism Advocates
•  Global Development Professionals
•  Tourism Industry Researchers and Scholars