1. To identify and promote innovative solutions that address sustainability, inclusivity, and resilience in tourism and hospitality.
2. To engage students in critical thinking and problem-solving related to current global challenges and future opportunities in the industry.

Executive Summary

• Briefly outline the problem, proposed solution, and expected outcomes.
• Word Limit: Maximum 300 words.
• Keywords: Maximum 4 keywords.

Introduction

• Background of the problem.
• Relevance to the selected theme(s)
• Research Questions/Research Purposes

Literature Review

• Discuss existing solutions for the problem and their limitations or weaknesses.
• Present theoretical frameworks that support the proposed solution.

Methods

• Describe the research design, including plans for data collection and analysis.

Proposed Solution

• Provide a detailed description of the proposed solution.

Conclusion

• Summarize key points.
• Discuss implications for the tourism and hospitality industry.

References

• List scholarly articles, reports, and other references cited in theproposal.
• The reference style should follow the APA 7th (see guidelines here): (https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_style_guide/index.html)

Note: Not included in the 1,000-word limitation.

Appendices (if applicable)

• Include additional material like charts, graphs, or preliminary research data.

• Proposals must be submitted in written form.
• Word Limit: Maximum of 1,000 words (excluding references and appendices).
• Language: English.
• Reference Style: APA 7th Edition.
• Font: Times New Roman.
• Main Text: 12-point.
• Title: 14-point and bold.
• Line Spacing: Double-spaced.
• Page Numbering: Positioned at the right upper corner, starting from the title page.
• Title Page: Should include the project title, author's name, affiliation, and contact information.

• Relevance to Theme(s): 20%
• Innovation and Creativity: 20%
• Feasibility: 20%
• Scholarly Rigor: 20%
• Presentation and Clarity: 20%