Certified Event Tourism Professional (CETP)
The industry's definitive professional certification for senior event tourism practitioners. A 5-day in-person intensive followed by an 8-week portfolio submission — culminating in post-nominal letters that certify consulting-grade expertise.
Key Facts
| Tier | T4 CETP (Certified Event Tourism Professional) |
| EQF Level | 6–7 |
| ECTS Credits | 15 |
| UK CATS | 30 |
| Duration | 5-Day Intensive (40 Contact Hours) + 8-Week Portfolio Submission |
| Delivery Mode | In-Person Intensive (rotating global venues) + Online Portfolio |
| Award | Certified Event Tourism Professional (CETP) — Post-Nominal Letters |
| Entry Requirements | 10+ years in events/tourism/hospitality + senior role + degree OR CMP/CEM/CSEP |
| Renewal | Every 3 years — 30 CPD hours + 1 industry contribution |
| Run By | ISET directly (100% revenue) |
| Start Date | January 2027 (rolling cohorts thereafter) |
Programme Highlights
The CETP is designed for senior professionals seeking formal recognition of their expertise in event tourism advisory and strategy.
5-Day In-Person Intensive
40 contact hours of immersive, practice-led learning at rotating global venues. Expert-led workshops, case studies, and peer collaboration with senior industry professionals.
8-Week Portfolio Submission
Following the intensive, candidates complete a professional portfolio demonstrating mastery of event tourism advisory competencies. Online mentoring and peer review throughout.
Post-Nominal Letters
Successful candidates earn the right to use "CETP" as post-nominal letters, signalling certified expertise in event tourism to clients, employers, and industry peers.
3-Year Renewal Cycle
Maintain your CETP status with 30 CPD hours and 1 industry contribution (publication, speaking, mentoring, or advisory engagement) every 3 years.
Rotating Global Venues
Each cohort convenes in a different global event capital, building an international professional network while experiencing world-class event infrastructure first-hand.
Run Directly by ISET
Unlike T5 and T6, the CETP is delivered and awarded by ISET directly (100% revenue). No partner university intermediary required.
Who Is This For?
The CETP is designed for experienced professionals with 10+ years in events, tourism, or hospitality who hold a senior role (director, VP, head of department, or equivalent). Candidates must also hold a relevant degree OR a recognised industry certification such as CMP, CEM, or CSEP. This is not an entry-level programme — it certifies existing expertise and elevates practitioners to a recognised advisory standard.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate consulting-grade advisory competency across event tourism domains
- Earn internationally recognised post-nominal letters (CETP)
- Apply ISET scoring systems (ERS, EVS, EBS, ECS, EAS) in professional practice
- Build a verified portfolio of competencies and industry contributions
- Join an exclusive global network of Certified Event Tourism Professionals
How to Apply
The CETP is delivered and awarded directly by ISET. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Submit your CV, a brief professional statement, and evidence of your eligibility (degree certificate or industry certification). Successful applicants are invited to the next available cohort intensive.
Earn Your CETP
Register your interest in the next CETP cohort. Limited places per intake to ensure an intimate, high-impact learning experience.