Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Tourism Finance and Investment
Published on June 23, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm thrilled to have Dr. Jane Smith, an expert in sustainable tourism finance and investment. She's here to talk about a new graduate certificate course she's helping to develop. Dr. Smith, can you tell us a bit about this program? GUEST: Absolutely, the Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Tourism Finance and Investment is designed to equip professionals with the financial skills needed to promote responsible growth in the tourism sector. It covers topics like ESG factors, green finance, and impact investing. HOST: That sounds fascinating. From your experience, what are some of the current trends in sustainable tourism finance? GUEST: Well, there's growing interest in aligning financial decisions with sustainability goals. Many investors are now looking for projects that not only generate financial returns but also positive environmental and social impacts. HOST: And what challenges do you see in this field or when teaching this subject? GUEST: One challenge is the need for standardized metrics to measure sustainability performance. It can be difficult to compare the social and environmental impact of different projects without consistent benchmarks. HOST: That's a great point. Looking forward, where do you see the future of sustainable tourism finance going? GUEST: I believe we'll see more integration of sustainability considerations into mainstream financial decision-making. There's also potential for innovative financing mechanisms, such as green bonds and blue bonds, to play a larger role in funding sustainable tourism projects. HOST: Dr. Smith, thank you so much for sharing your insights with us today. If you're interested in learning more about this exciting new graduate certificate, be sure to check out the curriculum and application details on our website. Thanks for listening!
