Florida International University Search Global Sustainable Tourism degree program launches in Spring 2022. June 3, 2021 at 2:00pm Starting in the spring of 2022, FIU will offer a fully online bachelor’s degree in Global Sustainable Tourism that will arm graduates to be champions of sustainability in the ever-dynamic hospitality and tourism industry. With few comparable programs across the country, FIU’s new program is unique as it features an interdisciplinary approach to sustainable practices, says Joseph Cilli, department chair and director of distance learning for the Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management. “The program tackles the most pressing issues facing the industry today, its impact on the planet, and the increasing public demand for businesses in hospitality to embrace sustainable practices,” says Cilli who brought the program to life based on industry trends and needs.