About IACHTP Membership

As a member of IACHTP, you unlock a wealth of benefits designed to support your professional growth in the hospitality and tourism industry. Gain exclusive access to cutting-edge training programs, global networking opportunities, industry certifications, and member-only events that keep you ahead of the curve. Whether you’re an individual professional or part of an organization, IACHTP membership provides the tools, resources, and connections you need to thrive in a competitive market. Explore the full range of benefits and see how we can help you reach your career goals.

Membership Benefits

Section 1: By joining IACHTP, members can shape the future of the sector by contributing to its growth and development through policy formulation and decision-making. Additionally, IACHTP offers great perks to members that include gaining new experiences, networking with other professionals, developing valuable skills, and making a meaningful contribution to the global hospitality and tourism industry’s growth and development.

Section 2: Professional Membership Benefits: Professional membership in IACHTP is an investment in professional growth, career advancement, and industry impact.

Professional membership with IACHTP provides the following benefits:

  • Reduced Registration Fees for Conferences and Fees for Continuing Professional Development Training.
  • Access to IACHTP Members Directory.
  • Obtaining Access to the IACHTP’s Exclusive Publication.
  • Possibilities for establishing connections with IACHTP professional members as well as associate and institutional members.
  • A copy of the IACHTP newsletter which is produced every month on the IACHTP website.
  • Discounts at featured hotels, airlines, and other industry partners of IACHTP. *
  • The opportunity for members to collaborate on research projects and take part in various types of initiatives.
  • Entitlement to exclusive employment openings, internships, listing opportunities, research funding, and other opportunities of a similar nature.
  • Invitation to IACHTP’s prestigious and exclusive annual gala and networking night (payment of gala fee is separate) .

*The availability of featured institutional partners is subject to change.

Section 3: Associate Membership Benefits: This category provides access to the resources and benefits of the organization, including educational materials and networking opportunities, enabling students to develop their knowledge and skills in the hospitality and tourism industry. These membership benefits for associates can lay the foundation for a successful career in the hospitality and tourism industry.

Associate membership with IACHTP provides the following benefits:

  • An Associate Designation Certificate and a Lapel Pin from the International Alliance of Hospitality and Tourism Professionals (IACHTP).
  • Reduced Registration Fees for Conferences and Fees for Continuing Professional Development Training.
  • Access to the IACHTP Members Directory.
  • Obtaining Access to the IACHTP’s Exclusive Publication.
  • Possibilities for establishing connections with IACHTP associate members as well as professional and institutional members.
  • A copy of the IACHTP newsletter which is produced every month on the IACHTP website.
  • Discounts at featured hotels, airlines, and other industry partners of IACHTP. *
  • The opportunity for members to collaborate on research projects and take part in various types of initiatives.
  • Entitlement to exclusive employment openings, internships, listing opportunities, research funding, and other opportunities of a similar nature.
  • Invitation to IACHTP’s prestigious and exclusive annual gala and networking night (payment of gala fee is separate).

*Subject to availability of featured institutional partners

Section 4: Institutional Membership. This membership classification offers organizations a chance to gain recognition, improve their level of professionalism, and demonstrate their commitment to ethical principles set by IACHTP and industry standards. This is a valuable asset to organizations seeking to advance their interests and mileage in the hospitality and tourism sector.

Institutional membership with IACHTP provides the following benefits:

  • Certificate of Institutional Membership in IACHTP with three years duration.
  • Certificate of Membership for the official organization representative.
  • Reduced registration fee on IACHTP conferences and continuing professional development programs.
  • Use/display of company logo of the institution on IACHTP website.
  • Provision of name and logo usage of IACHTP to official documents of the institution.
  • Provision to request for assistance from IACHTP in conducting action research/case study in their establishment.

Membership Renewal

Section 1: Renewal of Membership. To access the form for renewing the membership, they may refer to a link provided by the IACHTP. The IACHTP- membership year covers from January to December, and the annual renewal period will begin at year 2023. People who qualify for renewal will be advised by the CPCM.

Section 2: The following are requirements for Renewal of Professional Membership:

Accomplished Professional Membership Form

  • Scanned Clear Copy of Professional Membership Certificate issued by CPCM, bearing the Lifetime Membership Number.
  • Must have earned a total of twenty (20) continuing professional development (CPD) units through tourism and hospitality trainings, seminars, and activities facilitated by IACHTP within one (1) year of being a member, as established standard by the CPCM commissioners and duly validated by the CCPE commissioners.
  • Proof of settled payment for membership renewal.
  • Duly signed subscription to the IACHTP’s Membership Code of Ethics.

Section 3: The following are requirements for Renewal of Associate Membership:

Accomplished Associate Membership Form

  • Scanned Clear Copy of Associate Membership Certificate issued by CPCM, bearing the Lifetime Membership Number.
  • Must have earned a total of twenty (20) continuing professional development (CPD) units through tourism and hospitality trainings, seminars, and activities facilitated by IACHTP within one (1) year of being a member, as established standard by the CPCM commissioners and duly validated by the CCPE commissioners.
  • Proof of settled payment for membership renewal.
  • Duly signed subscription to the IACHTP’s Membership Code of Ethics.

Section 4: Fees paid for initial membership will be the same for renewal.

Loss of Membership

Section 1: Policies on loss/ termination of membership. Loss or termination of membership shall be in accordance with the rules and regulation of the IACHTP. Loss or termination of membership is possible in one of the following ways:

4.1. Resignation of one’s own free will;

4.2. Termination by a decision of the Executive Committee of two-thirds (2/3) following any of the following factors without due process:

4.2.a. Failure to pay the yearly membership fee.

4.2.b. Extremely unethical or illicit conduct that is detrimental to violations of the IACHTP goals or objectives compliance with the Association’s code of ethics the Executive Committee adopted it.

4.2.c. Violation of the By-Laws and Constitution of the IACHTP;

4.2.d. IACHTP Executive Committee refusal to renew or cancel the membership endorsed and validated by the Commission for Continuing Professional Education (CCPE).