IIM Sirmaur enters a partnership with the International Tourism Studies Association (ITSA)

The Indian Institute of Management (IIMS) is proud to announce its new partnership with the
International Tourism Studies Association (ITSA), a distinguished charitable tourism association
based in United Kingdom. This collaboration marks a significant milestone as IIM Sirmaur takes
strides as an institute of excellence and expertise in the area of Tourism.
ITSA holds a unique place among the international associations of tourism scholars and practitioners.
It is the only formal tourism association that has the mission to encourage interaction and cooperation
between members in developing and developed countries. ITSA has representations in Canada, the
USA, Caribbean regions, South America, UK and Ireland, Western Europe, Central and Eastern
Europe, Middle East and North Africa, South Asia, China, East Africa, South Africa, Indonesia,
Australasia/Oceania, and now India.
The official journal of the  ITSA, the International Journal of Tourism Cities (IJTC) was incepted in
2015, has Q1 ranking on Scopus and the journal’s citations and downloads continue to grow healthily
year on year with 65,593 downloads so far in 2023 and 1,247 citations this year.
This new partnership with ITSA has placed the institute in the global tourism education landscape.
This collaboration with a dynamic network of 1,000+ members across 65+ countries provides an
enriching engagement between the international academic community. Being a member of the
International Tourism Studies Association (ITSA) offers advantages that set it apart from other
academic or professional associations in the field of tourism studies in India. As IIMS establishes
itself as a leading institution in Tourism Management, collaboration with ITSA will provide it
opportunities such joint teaching, exchange programs, and research opportunities. The association
also offers exclusive access to cutting-edge research, resources, and industry trends, enriching
members’ knowledge and enhancing their careers. Students will have the opportunity to learn from
international faculty and get exposure to different learning environments. ITSA provides a platform
for dialogue, exchange, and cooperation among scholars, practitioners, and policymakers from
different countries and regions, fostering innovation and excellence in tourism research and practice.