Program Overview
The Sustainable Tourism, MST program at Arizona State University equips students with the knowledge and skills to lead the tourism industry towards a more sustainable future. This multidisciplinary program integrates environmental, economic, and social aspects of tourism, preparing graduates for careers in destination planning, sustainable food management, and more. The program is taught by experienced faculty and offers a culminating applied project to demonstrate students' ability to apply their learning to real-world problems.
Program Outline
Sustainable Tourism, MST
Degree Overview:
The Sustainable Tourism, MST program at Arizona State University is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to become leaders in the rapidly growing field of sustainable tourism. This multidisciplinary program integrates environmental, economic, and social aspects of tourism, focusing on developing solutions for the challenges facing the industry today.
Program Objectives:
- Prepare graduates to lead the industry towards a more sustainable future.
- Equip students with the skills to identify and develop innovative tourism products and experiences.
- Minimize the negative impacts of tourism on local communities and environments.
- Ensure the long-term viability of tourism destinations for future generations.
Outline:
- Program Structure: The program consists of 31 credit hours, including a required applied project course.
- Course Schedule: Courses are offered online, with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year.
- Modules:
- Required Core:
- Advanced Tourism and Recreation Studies
- Sustainable Thinking in Tourism I & II
- Sustainable Tourism Destination Planning and Management I & II
- Sustainable Food Management in Tourism
- Managing the Sustainable Tourism Business
- Sustainable Tourism
- Electives or Research: Students choose one elective or research course from an approved list.
- Culminating Experience: Students complete an applied project, such as a sustainable tourism development plan or a sustainability audit of a tourism business.
Assessment:
- Students are assessed through a variety of methods, including exams, assignments, projects, and presentations.
- The applied project serves as a culminating assessment, demonstrating the student's ability to apply their knowledge and skills to a real-world problem.
Teaching:
- The program is taught by experienced faculty with expertise in sustainable tourism.
- A variety of teaching methods are used, including lectures, discussions, case studies, and simulations.
Careers:
- Graduates of the program are prepared for careers in various aspects of the tourism industry, including:
- Destination planning and management
- Sustainable food management
- Tourism consulting
- Policy development
- Research and education
Other:
- The program is offered in partnership with the School of Community Resources and Development.
- The program is accredited by the Council on Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Education (CHRIE).
- Students have the opportunity to participate in internships and study abroad programs.
