The Department of tourism Studies, Pondicherry University recently tied up with the Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences, Latvia for a two-day institute-industry interface event that presented knowledge-sharing sessions and cultural shows.
Inaugurating “Akanksha ‘24”, the annual flagship of the department, Agita Livina, Professor and Director, Institute of Social, Economic and Humanities Research, Vidzeme University, who was chief guest, said co-creation and co-ideation were poised to be the buzz words of tourism in the next decade. The curriculum of tourism academia need to give due emphasis to these concepts, she said.
The event, supported by the Bureau of Indian Standards, featured panel discussions and special lectures by experienced industry practitioners, entrepreneurs, and interactive sessions with tourism studies faculty members from across the country.
Highlighting the digital and technical skills required for tourism leaders, Ms. Livina also emphasised the…
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