Online Master of Sustainable Tourism

In this program, you’ll cover the foundational concepts of sustainability, including social equity, protection of the environment and economic viability. You’ll also learn how to:

• Analyze data in order to identify trends, opportunities and threats to proactively prevent damage.
• Build cultural awareness and sensitivity necessary for respecting diverse cultures, traditions and perspectives of different communities.
• Design effective strategies to lessen or eliminate the impact of travel on local communities.
• Utilize problem-solving skills to develop solutions for complex issues related to environmental, social and economic sustainability in diverse areas.

Along with specialized knowledge, you’ll develop transferable skills, such as critical thinking and effective communication, which can be valuable in various tourism industry roles for working with stakeholders.

What can you do with a sustainable tourism master’s?

A master’s degree in sustainable tourism affirms your knowledge and capabilities in the travel sector. It shows that you can:

• Balance the need for profit with the importance of sustainability.
• Craft equitable, environmentally-conscious responses to issues and opportunities in the travel industry.
• Take all stakeholders into account when making decisions.

Travelers, communities, businesses, government agencies and organizations are moving towards a future of sustainability. As this interest continues to rise, so will the demand for qualified professionals in the field. After completing this program, you’ll be able to advance in your current professional path or pursue roles across the tourism or sustainability sector. Diverse opportunities you’ll be prepared for include; ecotourism educator, sustainability marketing associate, travel guide and more.