The Global Tourism Industry

Course code HOSP 1501

Credit 3.0

Length 45.0 hours

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Students explore the topic of globalization and how it relates to the tourism industry. Through the lens of global tourism, students examine political, economic, social, technological, legal and environmental influences as well as languages, laws, cultures, histories and government structures of Indigenous people. Students assess the impact of globalization on tourism from the perspectives of global mobility and ease of travel, population and demographic trends, terrorism, safety and security, increased awareness of new destinations, and poverty.

Prerequisites

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • 1. Globalization and Tourism 2. Tourism and cross-cultural diversity 3. Creation, development and performance of tourism products, services, and experiences 4. Tourism as a world view 5. Marketing a destination 6. Safety and security in global tourism 7. Sustainability, service management, and entrepreneurship 8. Indigenous worldviews 9. Tourism and hospitality through a global lens 10. The influence of technology on global tourism 11. Growth, development, and integration of Indigenous tourism 12. Principles of tourism law, business ethics and corporate social responsibility

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How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.