Course Curriculum
Kick off your sustainability journey with an overview of the course, its goals, and how it will help you elevate your tour business while contributing to a greener planet.
Discover how sustainability goes beyond ethics—learn to leverage it as a strategic tool to enhance your brand, increase profitability, and appeal to eco-conscious travelers.
Gain a solid understanding of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles and how they apply to the tourism industry.
Explore the four essential environmental elements that drive sustainable tourism and learn actionable ways to minimize your environmental footprint.
Understand the importance of social and governance factors in sustainability, from community engagement to responsible leadership, and how they impact your tours.
Learn the art of crafting tours that are not only eco-friendly but also resonate with today’s conscious travelers, setting your business apart in a competitive market.
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Learning Goals
Discover how to integrate sustainability into your business strategy, master ESG principles, and design tours that prioritize environmental stewardship and social responsibility—boosting your brand and impact.
Integrate Sustainability into Business Strategy
Learn how to incorporate sustainable practices into your tour operation's core business strategy to enhance profitability, resilience, and brand reputation.
Understand ESG Fundamentals
Gain a comprehensive understanding of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles and how they apply to creating responsible and ethical tour experiences.
Design Environmentally and Socially Responsible Tours
Develop the skills to create and manage tours that prioritize environmental stewardship, adhere to key sustainability elements, and promote positive social and governance outcomes.
Bonuses
For a limited time, we're even including free access to our "Little Green Book" of Sustainability Terms and our quick audit guides.
- The Little Green Book ($19.97 value): Step confidently into the world of sustainability with "The Little Green Book." Thoughtfully curated for both beginners and eco-conscious experts, this compact guide offers a clear and engaging introduction to the key terms and concepts that define sustainability.
- Quick Audit Guides ($100 value): Downloadable, quick audit guides in 4 areas of environmental sustainability: energy, waste, water, and transportation. Use these guides to audit your business and identify easy improvements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our courses are designed to be interactive, engaging, and practical. You’ll experience a mix of multimedia content, real-world problem-solving exercises, and interactive assignments. Assessments include knowledge checks throughout the course and scenario-based questions at the end of each lesson. Don’t worry—these are all designed to help you learn and are not scored, so they won’t impact your course completion status.
Since our courses are fully online, you’ll just need a computer or tablet with internet access. No special software licenses are required—everything you need is accessible through your browser. If you have any specific questions about technical requirements, feel free to reach out!
Our courses are led by experienced instructional designers who specialize in making sustainability education both effective and enjoyable. While the courses are fully online, you can learn more about the talented team behind them on our About page, where we share their backgrounds, qualifications, and the unique expertise they bring to the table.
Our courses are designed to be flexible, so you can take multiple courses at once without any scheduling conflicts. Plus, each course is self-contained and doesn’t require prior experience or knowledge from other courses, making it easy to jump in and start learning.
It's just a single payment of $29.97. There are no hidden fees or extra payments required—you get full access to the course content with that one payment!
We understand that plans can change! If you need to cancel or withdraw from a course, please contact us as soon as possible. Our refund policy varies depending on how far you are into the course, but we’re here to help and can work with you to find the best solution. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at [email protected] if you have any suggestions, concerns or questions.
We offer two ways for you to share your feedback:
- Short Survey: A quick survey is available to request feedback about your experience after completing the course content.
- Review Form: You can rate the course on a scale of 1 to 5 stars and leave comments about your learning experience.
Some submitted reviews may be selected to appear on the course’s landing page to help inform future learners.
"The course title is very appropriate; it is very comprehensive. It is aimed not only at the product but covers all levels so that a tour operator can succeed in their product and generate a positive impact on the environment"
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Why Choose Sustainability 101 for Tour Operators?
Transform your tour operation into a sustainable, thriving business with expert guidance. This course is designed to simplify sustainability and empower you to lead the way in eco-conscious tourism.
- Boost Your Business: Learn strategies to enhance profitability and brand reputation through sustainable practices.
- Stand Out with ESG Knowledge: Impress clients and partners by adopting responsible and ethical tour practices.
- Design Impactful Tours: Create unforgettable experiences that prioritize the environment and community.
