Starting & Managing a Sustainable Hotel or Tourism Business

This course provides a comprehensive overview of sustainable practices in the hotel and tourism industry, focusing on environmental conservation, community engagement and economic sustainability.

Marta SottoMayor
Published: Jan 2026
Core
Business
4 hours
In partnership with:Coursera
Starting & Managing a Sustainable Hotel or Tourism Business
Product ID: OC-2024-D13VE

Course Overview

This course provides a comprehensive overview of sustainable practices in the hotel and tourism industry, focusing on environmental conservation, community engagement and economic sustainability.  

Imagine a boutique hotel set in a pristine, untouched landscape. This small hotel not only provides luxurious comfort but operates entirely on renewable energy, sources its food locally and maintains the focus on zero-waste policy. It stands as a beacon of sustainability, drawing eco-conscious travelers and setting a new benchmark in the hospitality industry. This vision can become a reality for your business too. 

Let’s interpret the essential strategies and best practices that will empower you to launch or revamp your hotel or tourism business as a sustainability trailblazer. Throughout this journey, you’ll uncover market trends, acquire practical insights and become a game-changer at implementing eco-friendly practices. Moreover, we’ll explore the multiple advantages of sustainability: not only does it benefit the environment and the community, but it also makes sound financial sense, in the short and log term. 

Skills You Will Gain

Business planning
Community Development
Hospitality Management
Sustainable Business
Market Analysis

Learning Outcomes (At the end of this program, you will be able to...)

  • Describe the market trends and consumer preferences in sustainable tourism.
  • Develop a sustainable hotel or tourism business plan.
  • Implement social and eco-friendly practices in hotel operations and guest services.
  • Analyze the financial and environmental impact of sustainable practices.

Prerequisites

Participants should have a basic understanding of the hospitality industry, a foundational knowledge of business management principles, and a genuine interest in sustainability within the hospitality sector.
 

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for aspiring hotel and tourism entrepreneurs, hotel managers and supervisors, professionals interested in sustainable hospitality business practices, and hospitality students.
 

Course Includes

1K
STUDENTS*
94.3%
RECOMMEND*

This course includes:

  • On-demand videos
  • Practice assessments
  • Multiple hands-on learning activities
  • Exposure to a real-world project
  • 100% self-paced learning opportunities
  • Certification of completion

Curriculum

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