MSc Sustainable Tourism Development & Management

University of East London

The MSc Sustainable Tourism Development & Management builds on existing expertise and knowledge in the fields of sustainable tourism, tourism entrepreneurship and innovation, political economy of tourism, cultural and heritage tourism management, destination marketing and strategic tourism management. It is an innovative future-looking postgraduate course designed to provide you with a an in-depth understanding of global tourism business activity and its relationship to destination economiesThis course tackles the critical issues impacting the tourism industry today and equips students with the tools to rebuild, restructure, and transform the industry in a sustainable and responsible manner. The curriculum aligns with the principles of sustainability and the Sustainable Development Goals, preparing students to become environmentally aware and innovative tourism entrepreneurs.We pride ourselves on giving students a fantastic experience and great support from day one. We're an inclusive university with a close-knit community of students and our teaching reflects that. Teaching is delivered through a diverse range of methods, not only to develop your different skills but also to enrich the learning experience.The course responds to the growing demand for highly trained professionals in the tourism industries in the UK and worldwide. The increasingly professionalised and globalised nature of these industries means that employers are looking for management/leadership graduates with an academically informed understanding of these sectors as well as the critical and analytical skills needed to reflect upon and solve a range of management-related problems.