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Here are some of the newest and most popular online courses from TrainingAid, covering key business, marketing and big-picture industry topics relevant to tourism professionals.

November 2021

Resilience for Tourism Businesses (Part 1): Examples and Solutions for Resilient Businesses
(1/2) In our 2-part live events, we will cover examples, ideas and insights to help you understand what a resilient tourism business looks like, why it matters for...
Live Session
Online
Mon, 29 Nov | 12:00 pm CET

December 2021

Resilience for Tourism Businesses (Part 2): From Ideas to Action Steps
(2/2) In our 2-part live events, we will cover examples, ideas and insights to help you understand what a resilient tourism business looks like, why it matters for...
Live Session
Online
Mon, 06 Dec | 12:00 pm CET

January 2022

GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training (STTP-2201)
(Course ID: STTP-2201) GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training offers practical insights to help improve sustainability practices, and an opportunity to earn Certificate...
Facilitated
4-Week Course
Online
Jan 20 – Feb 18, 2022
Sustainability Management for Tourism Businesses
(Course ID: TA-SMS2201) Designed for professionals leading or engaged in sustainability management at tourism businesses, this course provides practical guidance on...
Facilitated
4-Week Course
Online
Jan 24 - Feb 18, 2022

February 2022

GSTC Sustainable Hotel Course (SHC-2202)
(Course ID: SHC-2202) The GSTC Sustainable Hotels Course is designed for hospitality and accommodation professionals, and provides practical insights into...
Facilitated
2 Weeks
Online
Feb 10 - 25, 2022

March 2022

GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training (STTP-2203)
(Course ID: STTP-2203) GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training offers practical insights to help improve sustainability practices, and an opportunity to earn Certificate...
Facilitated
4-Week Course
Online
Mar 10 – Apr 8, 2022

May 2022

GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training (STTP-2205)
(Course ID: STTP-2205) GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training offers practical insights to help improve sustainability practices, and an opportunity to earn Certificate...
Facilitated
4-Week Course
Online
May 5 – Jun 3, 2022

June 2022

GSTC Sustainable Hotel Course (SHC-2206)
(Course ID: SHC-2206) The GSTC Sustainable Hotels Course is designed for hospitality and accommodation professionals, and provides practical insights into...
Facilitated
2 Weeks
Online
June 23 – July 8, 2022
GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training (STTP-2207)
(Course ID: STTP-2207) GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training offers practical insights to help improve sustainability practices, and an opportunity to earn Certificate...
Facilitated
4-Week Course
Online
Jun 30 – Jul 29, 2022

Featured On-Demand Courses

Project Management for Sustainable Development, Foundation (PM4SD-F)
The PM4SD Foundation course introduces you to key tools and techniques to better plan and manage funding and investment in tourism projects, helping ensure your...
Self-Paced
8-12 hrs
Online
24/7

Self-Paced Online Learning

Learn at your own pace to gain new knowledge and improve relevant skills. Our Self-Paced Courses offer expert tips, how-to guidance and practical tools for tourism industry professionals.

Sustainability + Competitiveness

Project Management for Sustainable Development, Foundation (PM4SD-F)
The PM4SD Foundation course introduces you to key tools and techniques to better plan and manage funding and investment in tourism projects, helping ensure your...
Self-Paced
8-12 hrs
Online
24/7

Instructor-led Online Courses

Our Facilitated Courses are scheduled online courses that are facilitated by expert instructors, and include interactive components to make your learning experience more engaging and effective.

January 2022

GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training (STTP-2201)
(Course ID: STTP-2201) GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training offers practical insights to help improve sustainability practices, and an opportunity to earn Certificate...
Facilitated
4-Week Course
Online
Jan 20 – Feb 18, 2022
Sustainability Management for Tourism Businesses
(Course ID: TA-SMS2201) Designed for professionals leading or engaged in sustainability management at tourism businesses, this course provides practical guidance on...
Facilitated
4-Week Course
Online
Jan 24 - Feb 18, 2022

February 2022

GSTC Sustainable Hotel Course (SHC-2202)
(Course ID: SHC-2202) The GSTC Sustainable Hotels Course is designed for hospitality and accommodation professionals, and provides practical insights into...
Facilitated
2 Weeks
Online
Feb 10 - 25, 2022

March 2022

GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training (STTP-2203)
(Course ID: STTP-2203) GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training offers practical insights to help improve sustainability practices, and an opportunity to earn Certificate...
Facilitated
4-Week Course
Online
Mar 10 – Apr 8, 2022

May 2022

GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training (STTP-2205)
(Course ID: STTP-2205) GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training offers practical insights to help improve sustainability practices, and an opportunity to earn Certificate...
Facilitated
4-Week Course
Online
May 5 – Jun 3, 2022

June 2022

GSTC Sustainable Hotel Course (SHC-2206)
(Course ID: SHC-2206) The GSTC Sustainable Hotels Course is designed for hospitality and accommodation professionals, and provides practical insights into...
Facilitated
2 Weeks
Online
June 23 – July 8, 2022
GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training (STTP-2207)
(Course ID: STTP-2207) GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training offers practical insights to help improve sustainability practices, and an opportunity to earn Certificate...
Facilitated
4-Week Course
Online
Jun 30 – Jul 29, 2022

Free Open Online Sessions

Our Live sessions are a great way to stay current and gain tourism insights from industry experts. As a TrainingAid community member, you can access all the recordings of previous Live Sessions for free. To join these events live, please check the details for each session, as some are publicly available while others are closed.

November 2021

Resilience for Tourism Businesses (Part 1): Examples and Solutions for Resilient Businesses
(1/2) In our 2-part live events, we will cover examples, ideas and insights to help you understand what a resilient tourism business looks like, why it matters for...
Live Session
Mon, 29 Nov | 12:00 pm CET
Sustainability + Competitiveness

December 2021

Resilience for Tourism Businesses (Part 2): From Ideas to Action Steps
(2/2) In our 2-part live events, we will cover examples, ideas and insights to help you understand what a resilient tourism business looks like, why it matters for...
Live Session
Mon, 06 Dec | 12:00 pm CET
Sustainability + Competitiveness

Previously Recorded Live Sessions

Inclusivity of Events from the Queer Perspective
Dr. Faith Ong (Lecturer, University of Queensland Business School) shares her insights into creating...
Intrepid Travel's Climate Action Plan
In this session we will learn from Dr. Susanne Etti, Environmental Impact Specialist, Intrepid Travel....
Understanding Tourism's Carbon Footprint and Reducing Our Impacts
Dr. Ya-Yen Sun, whose published works include "The carbon footprint of global tourism" in the peer-...
Bhutan's Tourism Development - Securing the Cultural and Natural Heritage
Karma Tshering, Founder, Bhutan Sustainable Tourism Society, and learn about Bhutan’s experiences with...
Building a Sustainable Travel Platform - A Case Study
Alexandra Pastollnigg, Founder of Fair Voyage, shares her experiences and lessons on building a...
Ecotourism as an Economic Alternative, Supporting National Parks in Slovakia
Diana Körner, a sustainable tourism consultant and a board member of Linking Tourism and Conservation (...
PM4SD Live Webinar - September 2019
This Live Session is being offered as part of the PM4SD (Project Management for Sustainable Development...
Transforming Travel: Making Life Better for Everyone
In this session, Jeremy Smith, discusses the transformative potential of the travel industry and its...
Sustainable Destination Case Study: Vail, Colorado, USA
In this session, Dr. Kim Langmaid shares her insights based on sustainability practices at Vail,...
Tourism for All - Accessible Tourism and Livable Destinations
In this session, we will learn from Martin Heng, Accessible Travel Manager...
Destination Marketing & Sustainable Tourism Development
In this session, Rob Holms (Founder...
Reshaping Tourism Through Sustainable Investments in Projects
In this session, we will connect with tourism and development experts from around the world to discuss...
Sustainable Destination Management Practices
Join our Live Session to learn about and discuss best practices in planning, developing and managing...
Sustainable Destination Management, the Travel Foundation Example
Salli Felton, Chief Executive Officer, The Travel Foundation, shares insights on sustainable destination...
Measuring Tourism's Impacts & Maximizing Community Benefits
This session will focus on socioeconomic impacts and local community benefits, and discuss how economic...
Seychelles Sustainable Tourism Destination Development Action Plan
Diana Körner is Vice Chair of the Seychelles Sustainable Tourism Foundation (SSTF). SSTF's mission is to...
How to Scale Up Sustainable Tourism Sales
What are the secrets to creating and marketing successful sustainable tourism products? Join us to learn...
Maximizing Community Benefits Through Social Innovation and Responsible Volunteer Travel
How can responsible tourism operators successfully adopt the social enterprise model? Learn from...
Taking Sustainable Luxury to the Next Level
How can luxury resorts and hotels embrace sustainability and play an active role in creating positive...
How to Recruit and Train Extraordinary Guides - 11 Shortcuts to Success
In this free Live Session, award-winning tour guide and guide training expert Kelsey Tonner will offer...
5 Ways to Increase Your Online Travel Bookings
During the Live Session, Mat from TourismTiger will walk you through exactly how you can strengthen the...
Six Financial Benefits of Good Sustainability Marketing
Learn tips and examples on how tourism businesses can improve their financial performance by marketing...
Rethinking Tourism Tax Policies: Recommendations on Financial Accountability and Economic Growth
During the Live Session, Dr Linda M. Ambrosie, the foremost expert in taxation and tourism, will share...
Key Factors in Successful Community Tourism Product Development
Learn how to develop market-ready and financially viable community tourism products and lessons on...
Forget Silver Bullet, Think Strategy: Advanced Digital Marketing for Tourism Businesses
Learn how to ask the right questions to maximize the return on your marketing investment. Plan your...
7 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Telling Your Destination’s Sustainability Stories
How can you promote your destination's sustainability stories to successfully engage more travelers, and...
SEO Strategies and Best Practices for Travel Brands
Get Search Engine Optimization (SEO) on your side to optimize your travel website, increase brand...