EP82 - Tourism, Education and the Future c/ Isabel Marques

EP82 - Tourism, Education and the Future w/ Isabel Marques

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In the latest episode of the "Direta Sem Café" season, the podcast welcomes Professor Maria Isabel Andrés Marques, who holds a PhD in Tourism Sciences and is an Associate Professor at Lusófona University – Porto University Centre, for a conversation on the crucial role of academic training in the sustainable development of the tourism sector in Portugal.

Throughout the episode, the growing impact of tourism on the national economy is explored, alongside post-pandemic challenges and the shortage of qualified professionals. The professor also highlights how specialised training has kept pace with the increasing demand in the sector, reflecting on the importance of preparing future professionals to meet the demands of an ever-evolving market.

The discussion covers topics such as young people's perception of careers in tourism, the value of accessible tourism, the various professional fields available, and the urgent need for high-quality training to meet current challenges and shape the future of the industry.

This episode is essential for anyone interested in the future of tourism and the role of education in the economic and sustainable growth of the sector.

Listen now and share it with anyone who believes that studying tourism is an investment in the future.

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Host
Raquel Cabral

Guest
Maria Isabel Andrés Marques | Lecturer at Lusófona University – Porto University Centre in the Tourism degree

Coordination
Eugénia Vicente, Bruno Lino and Ana Azevedo

Direction and Post-Production
Catarina Machado

Production and Video Editing
Catarina Machado and Renato Teixeira

Video Capture and Lighting
Catarina Machado and Renato Teixeira

Audio
Renato Teixeira

Graphic Identity
Cristo Chikale