CBSE offers skill-based courses in Hospitality, Travel and Tourism: Special on World Tourism Day

The World Tourism Day is being celebrated on Saturday, September 27, 2025, under the theme "Tourism and Sustainable Transformation with Melaka, Malaysia, as host city. In order to learn 'travel and tourism' as a subject area, and look for careers in it, the CBSE has urged schools to implement 12-hour micro-credential skill course at middle school level as a part of the NEP-2020.

According to the CBSE, a world of discovery awaits for students in Travel, Tourism and Hospitality; look at opportunities and exciting careers available.

Topics to be covered under the skill course have been proposed as follows

• World Tourism Destinations: Explore some of the worlds key tourist destinations, what makes them so unique and some of their cultural differences. Different types of Accommodation and Transportation, Domestic and International Airports.

• Incredible India Tourism: Look at the many types of tourists that visit India and the economic, cultural and environmental impact they have on our nation

• Hospitality: Explore the café or restaurant scene and learn the basics from food hygiene to hot & cold beverages. Then in small groups use your imagination and create your very own café/restaurant along with name, logo and menu!

• Teamwork: Students learn how to shine with 21st century skills.

According to an AI overview on the topic, the CBSE offers skill-based courses in Travel and Tourism, which aim to provide students with an introduction to the tourism industry, its sectors, and its role in the economy. These courses focus on developing employability skills and encouraging interest in the tourism sector by balancing theoretical knowledge with practical application and emphasizing operational knowledge, managerial competencies, and the creation of memorable travel experiences. The curriculum covers topics such as the forms and dynamics of tourism, the structure of the industry, and the importance of soft skills for professionals in the field.

The overview mentions Course Objectives are as follows

• To familiarize students with the fundamental concepts and structure of the tourism industry.

• To provide insight into various sectors within the tourism industry, including hotels, airlines, and event management.

• To develop vocational competencies and stimulate interest in the tourism and hospitality sector.

• To balance theoretical knowledge with practical skills for creating memorable traveler experiences.

• To shape skilled professionals who can contribute to the management of tourism organizations.

Key Areas of Study

• Introduction to Tourism: History, concepts, forms (inbound, outbound), and dynamics.

• Tourism Industry Structure: Components, key organizations, and different sectors like transportation, attractions, and services.

• Tourism Products and Trends: Understanding tourism products and analyzing global and domestic tourism trends.

• Hospitality and Travel Skills: Focus on areas like housekeeping, food and beverage, front office operations, and event planning.

• Soft Skills: Emphasis on developing essential interpersonal and communication skills crucial for the tourism industry.

However, to get the most up-to-date information, it is best to visit the official CBSE Academic website and look for the curriculum documents related to the skill-based courses in Travel and Tourism