UP Asian Institute of Tourism

17/08/2026

[ONE WEEK LEFT]

The UP Asian Institute of Tourism invites all graduate students (Master's and PhD) in tourism and related disciplines to submit abstracts for the 2026 Graduate Student Conference: "Exploring Local and Indigenous Concepts in Tourism."

Don't miss your chance to share your research! Submit your abstract before the deadline.

🗓️ Conference Date: 25 September 2026

📍 Venue: UP Asian Institute of Tourism, UP Diliman

📲 Scan the QR code to submit your abstract, or reach out to us at (02) 8981 8500 loc. 2791 or [email protected] for inquiries.

13/08/2026

🚨 Mark your calendars! 🚨

The 9th Philippine Research Conference on Tourism and Hospitality (PRCTH) with the theme: "Integrating Cultural Heritage and AI in sustainable Tourism and Hospitality" will be held on 17–19 February 2027 at the Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU), Batac, Ilocos Norte.

📢 Abstract submission guidelines will be posted soon, so stay tuned for updates and prepare your research for presentation!

We look forward to welcoming you to Ilocos Norte for the PRCTH 2027!

11/08/2026

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: The MSTDM Scholarship Award for the 1st Semester, AY 2026–2027 is now open! All Track A MSTDM students are invited to submit their applications.

Check the poster below for full details and eligibility requirements.

[SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY]

The faculty of the UP Asian Institute of Tourism has approved the establishment of a scholarship grant for its master's program. Called the UP AIT Master of Science in Tourism Development & Management Scholarship Award (MSTDM). The award seeks to incentivize meritorious research by MSTDM students enrolled in the thesis track.

Benefits: Free tuition and other school fees.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
1. Fill out the google form at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdsNpqc2j4jkxk4WwPdP2nXRtKuMRhe4P4yvI2Ic-mp5hQzaA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=111848120175874522214
2. MSTDMS Scholarship Application Form: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1I178f_oCPTmpCf2amggVb3sfdruq2Mrg/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=111848120175874522214&rtpof=true&sd=true
3. The AIT will inform students about their application result.
Deadline of submission: August 15, 2026
📌For other concerns you may contact the AIT at [email protected] or contact us through our email: [email protected].

11/08/2026

We're Hiring! 📢

The UP Asian Institute of Tourism is currently hiring for the position of Administrative Aide VI (Electrician II).

For more information and application guidelines, please visit https://hrdo.upd.edu.ph/jobs

03/08/2026

WATCH: Megaworld Hotels & Resorts and UP AIT plant 200 Sampaguita seedlings to champion the future of Filipino hospitality.

29/07/2026

LOOK | The University of the Philippines Asian Institute of Tourism (UP AIT) and the Provincial Government of Basilan signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on July 28, 2026, for the crafting of the province's Provincial Tourism Development Plan (PTDP).

28/07/2026

PGO Tarlac Tourism Office visits UP AIT

On June 18, 2026, UP AIT officials welcomed representatives from the Provincial Government of Tarlac, led by Dr. Cherrylyn Pascua, together with Ms. Beverly Ferrer, Mr. Diogenes Simbol, and Mr. Michael Paolo Avila.

The visit provided opportunities to discuss potential projects and collaborations between UP AIT and PGO Tarlac for crafting the province's tourism development plan. UP AIT presented past initiatives of the Institute, alongside final capstone projects from graduate diploma students who assisted other LGUs in developing their local tourism framework plans.

UP AIT remains committed to supporting local government units in developing strategic and sustainable tourism development plans.

24/07/2026

[CALL FOR ABSTRACTS]

The UP Asian Institute of Tourism invites all graduate students (Master's and PhD) in tourism and related disciplines to submit abstracts for the 2026 Graduate Student Conference: "Exploring Local and Indigenous Concepts in Tourism."

🗓️ Conference Date: 25 September 2026
📍 Venue: UP Asian Institute of Tourism, UP Diliman

Scan the QR code to submit your abstract, or reach out to us at (02) 8981 8500 loc. 2791 or [email protected] for inquiries.

18/07/2026

LOOK: Dr. Marie Danielle Guillen of UP AIT joined fellow experts at the 2026 CBILLS Thursday Talks' final episode to champion participatory, commuter-centered approaches to Philippine urban transport policy.

15/07/2026

Announcement of the final master’s thesis defense of Ms. Sierra Cecilia Alparce-Penamante, Master of Science in Tourism Development and Management.