Marketing College
Take the Next Step - STS Marketing College®
May 31- June 5- Macon, GA
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May 31- June 5- Macon, GA -
You may be wondering…
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Marketing College takes place May 31- June 5, 2026 at Mercer University in Macon, GA. 1501 Mercer University Dr, Macon, GA 31207
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Our 2026 Class Schedule will be coming soon. Stay tuned!
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You can register for classes and dorm HERE.
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You can select to stay in a dorm room at registration. Please use the links below if you are planning on staying off-campus at one of the hotels:
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Please email veronica@southeasttourism.org
Marketing College offers classroom-based instruction, guided discussions, and applied learning focused on current research, emerging trends, and proven strategies—providing participants with practical knowledge, professional TMP credential, and skills that support long-term career growth in the tourism industry.Class is in session: May 31 - June 5, 2026
Mercer University, Macon, Georgia
Where leading tourism professionals and industry experts come together in a structured academic setting to advance the practice of destination marketing.
Strengthen your skills and advance your tourism career through Marketing College’s immersive, classroom-based learning experience.
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SAMPLE CLASS TOPICS MAY INCLUDE:
Destination Branding
Social Media Content Planning & Distribution
Visitor Segmenting & Targeting
Yield Management
Essentials of Tourism Marketing
Community & Destination Board Leadership
Industry Engagement
Advocacy
Research
Public Relations
2026 Class schedule and curriculum coming soon…
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Thanks To Our 2026 Marketing College Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor:
Miles Partnership
Why did Miles become an official partner in education with STS? Because Miles is passionate about travel. We believe the moments that capture our imagination and create lasting memories occur through travel. Together with STS, we can share our passion while inspiring others in our industry to share their passion.
About Marketing College
Since its inception in 1992, Southeast Tourism Society Marketing College has hosted tourism professionals, for one week, each year, to provide a unique continuing education program for the travel and tourism industry.
Marketing College® professors are industry-related professionals from across the U.S., noted as experts in their field, who bring a working knowledge of current trends, data, and implementation for tourism and travel.
Upon completion of the three-year Marketing College® curriculum, students receive a Travel Marketing Professional (TMP) certification, presented at a special graduation ceremony at STS Connections.
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Checkout our video to learn what makes STS Marketing College® an industry leader in continuing education for travel and tourism professionals.
… Still have a question? For answers about Marketing College, please contact Gabby DiVirgilio at gabby@southeasttourism.org