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Strategic Tourism Planning and Destination Management Training Course

Intermediate | 5 days | Face to Face / Online / Elearning | Certificate

Course Overview

Course Summary

Course Title	Strategic Tourism Planning and Destination Management Training Course
Organization	Tech For Development (T4D)
Venue	Tech For Development (T4D) Training Centre
Duration	5 days
Target Industries
Target Job Roles
Course Fees (Face-to-Face)	USD 1,500/KES 99,000 (Exclusive of VAT)
Course Fees (Virtual)	USD 1,000/KES 70,000 (Exclusive of VAT)
Training Modes	Virtual and face-to-face training
Payment	Payment should be made to the Tech For Development (T4D) bank account on or before the start of the course
Accreditation	Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion

Course Overview
This course equips participants with the strategic tools and practical approaches required to design, implement, and evaluate sustainable tourism plans at the national, regional, or destination level. Participants will explore frameworks for balancing economic growth, environmental sustainability, and cultural preservation in tourism development.

Duration: 5 days

Target Audience:

Tourism policy makers and planners
Destination management organizations (DMOs)
Regional development authorities
Local government officials
Tourism consultants and development agencies

Organizational Impact:

Improved capacity to develop integrated and sustainable tourism master plans
Enhanced coordination among tourism stakeholders
Boosted competitiveness of destinations through structured planning

Personal Impact:

Practical knowledge of destination planning tools and models
Enhanced leadership in tourism development initiatives
Ability to conduct stakeholder consultations and risk assessments

Course Objectives:

Understand the strategic planning process in tourism
Design and implement destination management frameworks
Conduct situation analysis and identify strategic tourism assets
Apply sustainable planning principles to tourism projects
Monitor and evaluate tourism plans effectively

Course Modules

Course Modules:

Module 1: Principles of Tourism Planning and Development

Fundamentals of tourism systems
Goals and objectives of strategic tourism planning
Types and levels of tourism planning
Case Study: Development of the Rwanda Tourism Master Plan

Module 2: Tools and Techniques for Destination Planning

SWOT, PESTEL, and stakeholder mapping
GIS-based tourism asset mapping
Visitor flow and demand forecasting
Case Study: GIS in tourism planning in Zanzibar

Module 3: Destination Management and Branding Strategies

Destination management organizations (DMOs)
Governance and institutional frameworks
Branding and competitiveness tools
Case Study: The Kenya Tourism Board’s destination branding model

Module 4: Sustainable and Responsible Tourism Frameworks

Carrying capacity and environmental planning
Socio-cultural impact management
Tourism and climate adaptation strategies
Case Study: Community-based eco-tourism planning in the Maasai Mara

Module 5: Evaluation, Monitoring, and Implementation Plans

KPIs and M&E systems for tourism plans
Budgeting, resourcing, and timelines
Stakeholder communication and feedback loops
Case Study: Implementation evaluation of Uganda’s Tourism Master Plan

Course Administration

Methodology

Instructor-led sessions use a blended learning approach combining presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work, delivered by seasoned industry experts. All facilitation and course materials are in English, so participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued a Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion

Training Venue

The training will be held at the Tech For Development Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

Accommodation & Airport Transfer

Arranged upon request.For reservations contact the Training Officer:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (+254) 790 824 179

Tailor-Made

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our T4D Training Centre or at a convenient location.

Payment

Payment should be transferred to the T4D account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected].

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2026 Schedules
Nairobi
16 Nov - 20 Nov	KES 99,000 \| $1,500	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	KES 99,000 \| $1,500	Register

Johannesberg
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$3,100	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$3,100	Register

Mombasa
16 Nov - 20 Nov	KES 115,000 \| $1,500	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	KES 115,000 \| $1,500	Register

Kigali
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$1,850	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$1,850	Register

Addis Ababa
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$3,100	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$3,100	Register

Kuala Lumpur
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$5,500	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$5,500	Register

Accra
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$3,200	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$3,200	Register

Cairo
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$4,200	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$4,200	Register

Cape Town
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$3,800	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$3,800	Register

Pretoria
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$3,100	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$3,100	Register

Dar es Salaam
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$2,100	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$2,100	Register

Naivasha
16 Nov - 20 Nov	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register

Kisumu
16 Nov - 20 Nov	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register

Arusha
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$2,100	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$2,100	Register

Machakos
16 Nov - 20 Nov	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register

Nakuru
16 Nov - 20 Nov	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register

Kampala
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$1,800	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$1,800	Register

Dubai
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$3,900	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$3,900	Register

Zanzibar
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$2,100	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$2,100	Register
2027 Schedules
Dar es Salaam
18 Jan - 22 Jan	$2,100	Register
15 Feb - 19 Feb	$2,100	Register
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16 Aug - 20 Aug	$2,100	Register
20 Sep - 24 Sep	$2,100	Register
11 Oct - 15 Oct	$2,100	Register
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Kigali
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Addis Ababa
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20 Dec - 24 Dec	$3,100	Register

Kuala Lumpur
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19 Apr - 23 Apr	$5,500	Register
17 May - 21 May	$5,500	Register
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19 Jul - 23 Jul	$5,500	Register
16 Aug - 20 Aug	$5,500	Register
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20 Dec - 24 Dec	$5,500	Register

Accra
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Cairo
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Pretoria
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Cape Town
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