Description
Objectives:
This course aims to equip participants with a solid understanding of the fundamental principles of sustainable tourism and their relevance within the hospitality industry. It introduces key frameworks and concepts that promote sustainability practices in hotel operations, aligning with global environmental and social responsibility goals. Participants will also gain insights into current global trends and best practices that drive sustainable transformation across the hospitality sector. Additionally, the course seeks to build awareness of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) and its pivotal role in establishing and guiding international standards for sustainable tourism.
Learning Outcome:
On completion of this course, each delegate will be able to have awareness on:
- Be able to define and explain the concept of sustainable tourism.
- Recognize the significance of sustainable tourism principles in the context of the hospitality industry.
- Understand and apply GSTC Industry Criteria requirements and their implications for hotel operations.
Course Outline:
Day 1:
| Day 1 Time | Session Title |
| 9:00 AM – 9:15 AM | Opening and Introduction |
| 9:15 AM – 10:30 AM | 1. Introduction to Sustainable Tourism
✓ What’s Sustainable Tourism? ✓ Principles of Sustainability in Tourism (Environmental, Socio-Cultural, Economic) ✓ Introduction to the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) ✓ Link to the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) |
| 10:30 AM – 10:45 AM | Morning Break |
| 10:45 AM – 1:00 PM | Overview of GSTC Criteria
✓ Section A: Demonstrate Effective Sustainable Management
✓ Section B: Maximize Social and Economic Benefits to the Local Community and Minimize Negative Impacts
|
| 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Lunch |
| 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Overview of GSTC Criteria
✓ Section C: Maximize benefits to cultural heritage and minimize negative impacts
✓ Section D: Maximize benefits to the environment and minimize negative impacts
|
| 3:30 PM – 3:45 PM | Afternoon Break |
| 3:45 PM – 4:40 PM | Case Study
✓ Sustainable Hotel Practices in Action |
| 4:40 PM – 5:00 PM | Q&A and Post-Training Evaluation |
Example Of Capacity-Building Approaches
- Interactive and Dynamic Session
- Collaborative Learning Exercises
- Case Analysis / Case Study
- Assessment: Knowledge Check
Who Should Attend This Course?
- Hospitality professionals, including hotel managers, staff, and employees.
- Tourism industry stakeholders involved in planning, development, and promotion.
- Students and researchers in hospitality, tourism, or related fields.
- Certification and compliance officers responsible for sustainability standards.
- Government and nonprofit professionals shaping sustainable tourism policies.
- Individuals passionate about sustainable tourism and responsible travel practices.
Pre-Requisites:
- Nil
Duration:
- This is a one-day course from 0900-1700 (Face to Face or Remote Online Training is available upon arrangement).
Why Train With Sincera GSE Consulting?
- Gain insights from seasoned trainers with extensive industry experience who are genuinely passionate about knowledge sharing and skills development.
- Learn from professionals who bring practical, hands-on experience, ensuring your learning goes beyond theory to real application.
- Sincera is a trusted and recognized training provider, endorsed by Exemplar Global.
Find Out More With Us:
If want to learn more, please contact us for following training courses:
- Pathway to Sustainable Hospitality – Aligned with the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Hotel Standard Internal Auditing
- ISO 31000:2018 Risk Management
- Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment and Determination Controls (HIRADC)
- Exemplar Global Recognized Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001) Lead Auditor
- Exemplar Global Recognized Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001) Lead Auditor
- Exemplar Global Recognized Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (ISO 45001) Lead Auditor
- Environmental Aspect and Impact Assessment (EAIA)
- Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001) Interpretation
- Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (ISO 45001) Interpretation
