International conference on the "Role of Higher Education in Sustainable Tourism, Innovation, and Economic Development": Kalika Multiple Campus,
Kalika Multiple Campus, situated in Pokhara, Nepal, is thrilled to organize a two-day international conference on the "Role of Higher Education in Sustainable Tourism, Innovation, and Economic Development."
The conference aims to promote collaboration and generate actionable insight that can drive the tourism sector and the role of higher education in sustainability and resilience.
Key Details:
- Event date: 29th-30th March, 2025 (Chaitra 16-17,2081)
- Abstract Submission: by 1st March, 2025
- Abstract Acceptance: 6th March, 2025
- Registration Deadline: 20th March, 2025
- Venue: Hotel Barahi, Pokhara
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Key Thematic Areas
This conference will be on the main theme of the role of higher education in sustainable tourism, innovation, and economic development. The conference will explore the fields of socio-economic development, their social interconnections and implications, and invitees' research abstracts/presentations on several themes such as:
-New knowledge on innovation and sustainable tourism
-Climate change and tourism
-Socio-economic impact of sustainable tourism
-Advanced research in tourism education
-Curriculum, research, and development
-Indigenous knowledge and practices toward tourism
-21st-century skills and innovation for tourism in higher education
-Economic development
-Teaching and learning
-Sustainable travel, tourism, and hospitality practices
-Other sustainable tourism-related themes
-Innovation through co-creation
-Slow tourism. -
Registration Details
Type Amount Presenter NPR Rs.3000/- Participant NPR Rs.4000/-
Note: The above cost includes breakfast and lunch and excludes accommodation.
In an era marked by swift change and emerging global challenges, the sustainable tourism sector must continuously adapt through forward-thinking solutions, inclusive development, and strong educational foundations. Building on the momentum of previous international tourism gatherings, this conference aims to offer a vibrant and collaborative environment for sharing cutting-edge research, best practices, and strategic frameworks that integrate innovation, socio-economic development, and the role of higher education.
OBJECTIVES
- To foster innovative research skills among the aspirants.
- Facilitate cross-sector Collaboration.
- To promote collaboration and generate actionable insights that can drive the tourism sector and role of higher education towards sustainability and resilience.
Kalika Multiple Campus seeks to advance sustainable tourism policies by fostering interdisciplinary dialogue, empowering communities, and cultivating a new generation of knowledgeable industry leaders who will shape a more resilient and equitable tourism landscape.
PROSPECTIVE PARTICIPANTS
- International and national researchers and scholars
- Faculty members, research students
- Administrators
- International delegates
- Anyone with an interest in the thematic areas of sustainable tourism.
- Policymakers
- Industry representatives
- Community stakeholders
Patrons:
- Prof. Dr. Dev Raj Adhikari Chairperson, University Grants Commission, (UGC) Nepal
- Prof. Dr. Mahananda Chalise Dean, Faculty of Management, TU
- Prof. Dr. Eugenia Wickens OTS Academy, Oxford, UK
- Mr. Kiran KC Chairperson (Kalika Multiple Campus Management Committee)
Organizing Committee:
- Prof. Biranji Gautam Campus Chief, KMC
- Prof. Dr. Ramesh Raj Kunwar
- Prof. Dr. Vikash Kumar KC
- Prof. Dr. Dhruba Raj Pokharel
- Asst. Prof. Dr. Pitri Raj Bastola
- Asst. Prof. Deependra Pahari
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