Skill Level: Beginner

This course focuses on the intersection of international development and tourism. It begins by evaluating various theoretical approaches to understanding international development, including modernisation, dependency theory, and neoliberalism, and how these frameworks apply to different developing countries. The role of institutions in the global development context is also explored, with a focus on local, national, and international organisations, including NGOs and their impact on tourism and sustainable development. Learners will apply development measures to assess the progress of countries using tourism for development, while analysing the impacts of tourism on emerging destinations. Finally, the course examines how tourism can contribute to international development goals and its relationship with sustainable development.

Skill Level: Beginner

This course focuses on public policy and planning in tourism, exploring key concepts, theories, and their practical applications. It begins by examining different approaches to tourism policy, the historical evolution of tourism policy, and the multi-scalar relationships influencing contemporary policies. Learners will also explore the tools and challenges of policy implementation, as well as the evaluation of tourism policies. Additionally, the course covers various approaches to tourism planning, the impact of external factors, and how to create and adapt tourism plans to international destinations. Emphasis is placed on sustainable development and the integration of tourism with other areas of public policy.

Skill Level: Beginner