Sustainable MICE Online Course for Industry Professionals
The GSTC MICE Course provides the knowledge and tools needed to help improve sustainability practices in the MICE industry. The course covers the GSTC MICE Standard (for Venues, Event Organizers, and Events & Exhibitions), aiming to serve as the global sustainability standards for the industry and were created to provide a common understanding of sustainable tourism in the MICE industry throughout the world, and offering best practices for MICE industry. This course has four main themes: effective sustainability planning, maximizing social and economic benefits for the local community, enhancing cultural heritage, and reducing negative impacts on the environment.
Course Schedule: November 24 – December 6, 2026
Throughout the 2-week course period, we will have weekly live sessions (two per week, 120 min per session) scheduled for the following days, from 09:00-11:00 AM CEST (Central European Summer Time, UTC+2) / 15:00-17:00 China Time.
- Week 1: Tuesday, November 24 and Thursday, November 26
- Week 2: Tuesday, December 1 and Thursday, December 3
These live sessions will be recorded and participants will be able to watch the recordings any time during the course period. Although strongly encouraged, live attendance is not mandatory.
For more information on course topics and schedule, the course agenda and details will be shared at a later date.
EXAM & CERTIFICATE
GSTC Professional Certificate in Sustainable Tourism
By completing this 4-week online course, you will meet the training requirement towards earning the GSTC Professional Certificate in Sustainable Tourism.
Once you complete the course, you will have have the option to take the GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training Exam. The exam takes place online, and you will have 4 weeks after the course to submit it. If you pass the exam, you will receive a Professional Certificate in Sustainable Tourism by the GSTC.
The certificate demonstrates your knowledge of sustainable tourism standards and practices.
>> Learn more about GSTC Professional Certificate in Sustainable Tourism
GSTC Trainer
Dr. Özen Kirant Yozcu
Dr. Özen Kirant Yozcu worked in different positions in the sales and marketing department in the tourism and hospitality industry between 1994- 2003. Dr. Yozcu gained her master’s degree from Dokuz Eylül University, Tourism Administration Graduate Program and PhD degree from Ege University Faculty of Communication – Public Relations and Publicity Doctoral Degree. She is an Associate Professor from 2023. Dr. Yozcu worked at Bogazici University Tourism Administration Department between 2007-2023 as an instructor. She has been living in Porto since 2018 and is an adjunct professor in ISAG- European Business School and Research Centre in Business Sciences and Tourism (CICET – FCVC). Her research interests include hotel management, marketing and marketing communication management, luxury management and event management. She also consults and is involved in many local and international corporate projects. She worked at Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) for the preparation of MICE Training Materials Project. Besides she has many studies about sustainable and green events.
Presenters & Contributors
Presenters and Contributors details coming soon. Please keep a look out for any updates here!
REGISTRATION DETAILS
Course Registration Fees
The early-bird registration fees (available through November 14th, 2026*) for this course are:
- US$345.00 per person (Regular)
- US$ 295.00 per person (GSTC Member**)
After November 14th, 2026:
- US$ 395.00per person (Regular)
- US$ 345.00 per person (GSTC Member)
*Please note that the early-bird deadline is 11:59pm UTC+7.
**For GSTC Organization members, the above member discount is available to all staff members and can be used for an unlimited number of times.
What’s Included
As part of your registration, you will receive training materials to be provided before the course; access to the online training platform; and a Certificate of Completion confirming your attendance in the class.
Please note: The GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training Exam fee (US$ 75 per person) is NOT included in the above course registration fee. If you would like to take the exam after the course, you can select the add-on option “Exam & Certificate” when you register. You will also have the option to sign up for the exam during and after the course.
DISCOUNT OPTIONS
Group Discounts
You can sign up multiple people at the same time when registering online. Select the number of people you would like register, and you can enter contact details for each participant on the form.
We also offer a discount for each group purchase of more than 5 seats.
- 5-10 people: US$ 375 per person.
- 11+ people: US$ 345 per person
If you would like to sign up as a group of 5 and more, please contact us (training[at]gstc.org) for more details.
Need-Based Discounts
We offer a limited number of need-based discounts to current students and professionals who demonstrate genuine needs. To apply, please submit this application form.
| *Can’t make it to this class? The GSTC Sustainable Tourism Online Course is offered regularly throughout the year, in addition to other training offers available through the GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training Program. See all upcoming course options here. |
