Role of private learning higher institutions in promoting eco-tourism through short-term academic programs in Malaysia

Sia, Ah Hiok. (2008) Role of private learning higher institutions in promoting eco-tourism through short-term academic programs in Malaysia. In: Ecotourism in the IMT-GT region: issues and challenges. Penerbit Universiti Utara Malaysia, Sintok, Kedah, pp. 93-102. ISBN 983-328-2725

The article explores the potentials and feasibilities of conducting a combination of Education and Eco Tourism into one neat marketable package for foreign students. This article will also study the curriculum or study programme which can accomplish the objectives and goals of both Education and Eco Tourism. It will also attempt to address issues and challenges relating to attracting foreign students from all over the world to recognize and appreciate the rich heritage, culture, environment, and at the same time gain educational experience with local and international higher institutions and private colleges like ours. In short, this article will benefit policy-makers of both the Tourism and Educational industry. Undoubtedly, the impact of the presence of foreign students in our higher educational institutions bring much economic wealth, and this impact can be amplified with careful planning, implementation and incorporation of Ecotourism programmes. The findings from the study will include framework, recommendations and suggestions for our country to work with other countries to successfully implement and accomplish the programme.

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The article explores the potentials and feasibilities of conducting a combination of Education and Eco Tourism into one neat marketable package for foreign students. This article will also study the curriculum or study programme which can accomplish the objectives and goals of both Education and Eco Tourism. It will also attempt to address issues and challenges relating to attracting foreign students from all over the world to recognize and appreciate the rich heritage, culture, environment, and at the same time gain educational experience with local and international higher institutions and private colleges like ours. In short, this article will benefit policy-makers of both the Tourism and Educational industry. Undoubtedly, the impact of the presence of foreign students in our higher educational institutions bring much economic wealth, and this impact can be amplified with careful planning, implementation and incorporation of Ecotourism programmes. The findings from the study will include framework, recommendations and suggestions for our country to work with other countries to successfully implement and accomplish the programme.

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Item Type:	Book Section
Additional Information:	Available at Perpustakaan Sultan Abdul Samad, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43000 UPM Serdang, Malaysia. G155 M3E19 Call Number
AGROVOC Term:	ecotourism
AGROVOC Term:	higher education
AGROVOC Term:	tourism
AGROVOC Term:	curriculum
AGROVOC Term:	training courses
AGROVOC Term:	government agencies
AGROVOC Term:	researchers > researchers Prefer using scientistsscientists
AGROVOC Term:	sustainable agriculture
AGROVOC Term:	community involvement
Geographical Term:	Malaysia
Depositing User:	Ms. Azariah Hashim
Date Deposited:	07 Oct 2024 01:16
Last Modified:	07 Oct 2024 01:16
URI:	http://webagris.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/626

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