Master Degree in

Master of Tourism
Planning & Development

Academic title : Degree: Magister in Applied Tourism (M.Tr.Par.)
1,5 Years Diploma Program

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This is a master’s program for people who want to shape how tourism grows, not just manage it. PIB College’s Master of Tourism Planning & Development is one of the few postgraduate programs in Southeast Asia that combines sustainable destination management, government policy, and artificial intelligence into a single, practical curriculum.

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Sustainable Tourism Planning
Planning and managing tourism with a strong sustainability focus.

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Green Destination Development
Developing environmentally & socially responsible destinations.

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Technology & AI for Tourism
Using digital tools & AI to support greener tourism management.

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Policy & Governance
Understanding policy frameworks & destination governance.

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Data-Driven Planning
Applying data & research for informed tourism decisions.

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Applied Research & Practice
Linking academic research with real-world planning contexts.

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Curriculum Overview

Elective Courses

  1. Gastronomy Planning and Development in Tourism
  2. Cultural Event and Festival in Tourism
  3. Research Methodology
  4. Sustainable Tourism Destination Planning and Development
  5. Thesis Proposal Seminar

Elective Courses

  1. Digital Marketing Strategy & Smart Tourism 
  2. Financial Innovation, Investment, & Tourism Entrepreneurship 
  3. Cultural Event & Festival Planning in Tourism 
  4. Gastronomy Planning & Development in Tourism
  5. Thesis

Elective Courses

  1. Thesis

FAQ (Frequently Ask Questions)

What is the Master of Tourism Planning and Development at PIB College?

PIB College’s Master of Tourism Planning and Development is an 18-month hybrid postgraduate program based in Bali, Indonesia, leading to the degree of Magister in Applied Tourism (M.Tr.Par.). It is designed for tourism professionals and recent graduates who want to lead in sustainable destination management, tourism policy, and AI-powered planning. The program is one of the few master’s degrees in Southeast Asia to integrate artificial intelligence and data analytics as core tourism competencies.

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree (S1) from any university. For candidates with substantial industry experience who may not meet standard academic criteria, a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) pathway is available, contact the admissions team to check your eligibility.

Yes — the program is built for working professionals. The hybrid format splits learning into flexible online modules.

  • Government: tourism policy advisor or destination planner at Kemenparekraf, Dinas Pariwisata, or BAPPEDA. 
  • International organizations: tourism development officer at UNWTO, Asian Development Bank (ADB), or USAID. 
  • Private sector: destination manager at hotel groups, sustainability consultant for resort developers, or AI & data analyst for tourism operators. 
  • Academia: lecturer or researcher at Indonesian or international universities.

Yes, on both counts. In Indonesia, PIB College is a state-registered vocational higher education institution (politeknik) recognized by Kemendikbudristek, with all programs listed in the national higher education database (PDDikti).



“You will study in Bali, Indonesia's most visited island and one of the world's most researched tourism destinations”

Which means your case studies, field research, and applied projects are grounded in real, living data. The program runs for 18 months in a hybrid format, making it accessible to working professionals in tourism, hospitality, and the public sector without requiring a career break.