CIHTM dean completes SIKAT program to enhance sustainable tourism education

June 11, 2024

Dr. Maricel Herrera, Professor and Dean of the College of International Hospitality and Tourism Management (CIHTM) at Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation (MSEUF), successfully completed the “Sustainable and Innovative Knowledge Application for Tourism (SIKAT)” program.

The program, funded by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), was conducted by Universidad de Alicante in Spain.

Dr. Herrera expressed her pride in this accomplishment.

"The SIKAT program has broadened my perspective on sustainable tourism practices and equipped me with valuable insights to enhance our educational offerings at CIHTM," sheDr. Herrera said.

The SIKAT program focused on equipping educators with cutting-edge knowledge on sustainable tourism, aligning with MSEUF’s mission to offer responsive and innovative programs.

Dr. Herrera’s participation underscores the university’s commitment to providing its students with high-quality, globally competitive education in the hospitality and tourism industry.

This achievement also supports the university's vision of becoming internationally recognized, advancing the principles of sustainable development in education, and fostering service excellence within the tourism sector.

This remarkable achievement aligns with several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including:

SDG 4: Quality Education - Ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all.
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth - Promoting sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all.
SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure - Building resilient infrastructure, promoting inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and fostering innovation.
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production - Ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns.
SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals - Strengthening the means of implementation and revitalizing the global partnership for sustainable development.