Graduate Diploma in
Sustainable Economic Development
via Tourism
The four-month Graduate Diploma in Sustainable Economic Development via Tourism provides students with the skills and knowledge to cultivate tourism as an industry that achieves environmentally and culturally responsible economic development in a variety of international settings. Students will learn how to transform the raw cultural and ecological assets of developing and developed nations into sustainable tourism infrastructures that yield not only long-term economic growth and stable employment, but also exciting travel opportunities:
STUDY market evaluation, conservation practices, advertising, infrastructure and logistical planning, budgeting, and the dynamics of cultural interactions EXPLORE how ecological and cultural assets can be developed into tourism destinations and commodities—while preserving them for the future ANALYZE case studies to understand the feasibility, benefits, liabilities, and economic potential of eco- and cultural tourism in a variety of settings PLAN an integrated tourist industry at the local, regional, and national levels TRANSFER up to twenty of the credits you earn toward a Master of Science in Administrative Studies |
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Courses
The Graduate Diploma in Sustainable Economic Development via Tourism consists of 6 required courses for a total of 24 credits.
- Economic Development and Tourism Management
- Evaluating and Developing Markets for Cultural Tourism
- Infrastructure and Logistical Planning for Tourism Development
- Planning and Operating New Ventures
- Eco-Tourism
- Understanding and Managing Heritage Tourism
Internships
Students who complete the Graduate Diploma in Sustainable Economic Development via Tourism will have the opportunity to complete a four-month internship. Separate admissions processes and tuition apply. To learn more about the BU Global Internship Experience, click here.
Optional Practical Training
After successfully completing both the Graduate Diploma Program and Internship, BU Global students are eligible to apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT). Through OPT, students can remain in the U.S. and work for up to one year at a salary negotiated with the employer.
2008-09 Expenses
Application Fee (non-refundable) $70
Estimated Program Fees (tuition, books, materials) $12,900*
Registration Fee $40
Click here to download a PDF of estimated expenses.
*program fees subject to change
Admission Requirements
- Minimum TOEFL Scores: 560 PP / 220 CBT / 84 iBT (iBT: Reading 21, Listening 18, Speaking 23, Writing 22)
- Minimum IELTS Score: 6.5
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Two years of work experience
Program Dates
Fall 2008 |
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| Application Deadline | July 15, 2008 |
| Orientation | September 2 and 3, 2008 |
| Classes begin | September 4, 2008 |
| Graduation | December 19, 2008 |
