Sustainable Tourism

Catalog description

Supporting jobs and economies through travel and tourism, this in an experiential learning course with linkages to the United Nations World Tourism Organization. Students are primarily tasked to work directly with hospitality companies and/or destinations to solve sustainability-related issues in the marketplace. Projects are related to the greening of current operations, refurbishment of existing activities, and the establishment of new businesses. Students will understand the concept of sustainability through hands-on learning experiences. Field trips are required. Optional for this course are micro-certifications.