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HOSP 1310: Introduction to Tourism
Effective date
September 2023
Department
Hospitality Management
School
Hospitality, Food Studies and Applied Business
Description
This course is an introduction to the business of tourism in general and specifically how it relates to British Columbia. It describes and explains the various sectors of the tourism industry and their interrelated natures. Current local and international issues and trends are examined. Relevant historical information on the tourism industry is provided and Indigenous tourism, environmental stewardship and climate change is examined. Students will study the organization of the industry along with the economic, cultural, environmental, and social impacts tourism has on the world.
Credits
3.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Review the origins and history of tourism.
- Describe the sectors of tourism and hospitality and their interrelationship.
- Discuss evolving issues, trends and globalization of the tourism industry and their implications, including the pandemic.
- Discuss Indigenous tourism in BC and Canada.
- Examine the economic, social, and climate-related impacts of tourism.
- Analyze the importance of tourism to Vancouver, British Columbia and Canada.
- Describe services marketing as it pertains to tourism.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
To learn more about the PLAR pathways for this course review the Hospitality Management Diploma Program Content Guide.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 45
Total Hours: 45
Total Hours: 45
Instructional Strategies
Lectures, small and large group discussions, case studies, presentations, field trips, guest speakers, group and individual assignments/projects.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
D (50%)
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
20-30 |
Assignments & mini quizzes |
|
Participation |
5-10 |
Actively contributes to course discussions and activities |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
15-20 |
Quizzes |
|
Project |
25-35 |
Team Project and Presentation |
|
Assignments |
10-20 |
Final Assignment |
Course topics
- History and origins of tourism
- Tourism terms and definitions
- The 6 sectors of tourism: transportation, accommodation, travel services, recreation, food & beverage, events, culture, heritage and sport.
- Services marketing
- Indigenous Tourism in BC & Canada
- Impacts of tourism (economic, social, environmental, climate change)
- Tourism trends, issues and globalization
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.