Indonesia's tourism industry is growing rapidly, but the gap between tourism science and vocational education continues to hinder the development of quality human resources. This journal examines strategies to bridge this gap and increase industry relevance, focusing on the Indonesian context. A comprehensive literature review identified several key strategies, including: Computational Social Science Integration, Industry-University Collaboration, Executive-in-Residence Models, and Industry Engagement in Curriculum Development. The effective implementation of these strategies can increase the relevance of tourism vocational education to the industry, producing a skilled and work-ready workforce that contributes to the growth and sustainability of Indonesia's tourism industry.
