Course Overview
In this course students engage with in-depth industry-specific knowledge in one of the fastest growing economic sectors in the world - Tourism. Students are introduced to the key tourism service suppliers: transportation, accommodation, food and beverage services, attractions and entertainment, and destinations. Through the use of case studies and associated readings, students examine each service supplier considering economic, social, cultural and environmental impacts and transcribes findings into presentation. Individual assignments will include current topics of interest. To be successful in this course, students must be able to communicate well in written English.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Discuss the interdependency of the tourism and hospitality industry.
- Identify and describe the five key service sectors or industry groups within tourism industry.
- Outline the social, cultural, economic, political and environmental factors impacting tourism locally, nationally and globally.
- Discuss the importance of collaboration and cooperation within this interdependent industry.
- Explain the roles played by key Canadian and international tourism organizations.
- Describe how experiential tourism products are developed, managed and delivered.
- Describe some of the technological trends that are shaping the industry.
- Identify future challenges and opportunities within the tourism and hospitality industries.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2020
Related Programs
The Business of Tourism and Hospitality (TOUR 1000) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Business + Media
- Business Management
Certificate Part-time
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