Master’s Degree in Planning and Management of Tourism Systems

The Master's Degree in Planning and Management of Tourism Systems is offered by the University of Bergamo and is taught entirely in English. It integrates language, cultural, socio-territorial and managerial skills in territorial planning, economics, web marketing, business management and legal and communication aspects, with emphasis on sustainable tourism development and digital innovation, through practical workshops, international seminars and compulsory internships. The pathway is aimed at those who wish to deepen and update their skills, with a structure that links theoretical reflection to concrete applications in the relevant professional context.

The course lasts two years and is taught in person in Bergamo. The internship is compulsory and a double degree with international partner universities is available.

The aim is to train professionals for sustainable tourism, with planning and management skills. Career outcomes are tourism policy analyst, sustainable tourism coordinator, tourism marketing expert, destination manager and tourism event organiser. Upon completion, those who successfully finish the pathway obtain the qualification provided and can use the skills acquired in their own professional field or in further study. Concrete prospects nevertheless depend on each participant's starting profile and experience. Those who work should carefully assess the commitment required, in terms of weekly hours and attendance, to understand whether the programme is compatible with other professional or personal commitments.