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HOSP 4103: Global Tourism
Effective date
September 2026
Department
Hospitality Management App Deg
School
Hospitality, Food Studies and Applied Business
Description
Students explore various aspects of the vast global tourism industry, including its political, economic, social, technological, legal, environmental, and cultural impacts. Students also examine ethical considerations, sustainable practices, and the impacts of global tourism on Indigenous peoples.
Credits
3.0
Year of study
4th Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe the roles of national and international tourism organizations.
- Describe the various motivations and expectations that drive tourist demand.
- Explain the historical evolution of global tourism.
- Examine the economic, social, cultural, and environmental impacts of global tourism.
- Identify tourism sectors and their interrelationship within the global industry.
- Explain how global destinations are planned, developed, and marketed.
- Explain trends and themes in the use of tourist resources.
- Examine current trends in tourism including sustainability, technology, and how they impact global tourism.
- Describe the importance of Indigenous tourism to the global tourism industry.
- Explain the ethical issues that arise with global tourism.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
To learn more about the PLAR pathways for this course, review the Bachelor of Hospitality Management Program Content Guide.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 45
Total Hours: 45
Total Hours: 45
Instructional Strategies
Instruction involves interactive lectures, presentations, group discussions, role plays, and peer feedback. Learning will be enhanced through a variety of interactive classroom and collaborative activities. The interactive and practical exercises give students the opportunity to take an active role and learn by doing.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
D (50%)
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Participation |
10% |
Preparation for class, active discussion, participation during class |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
25% |
|
|
Assignments |
20% |
Case studies on various industry situations |
|
Assignments |
20% |
Assignments on course concepts |
|
Project |
25% |
Group Project: Destination Sales Presentation |
Course topics
- Introduction to tourism. The evolution and development of tourism. Tourism supply and demand Technology and tourism Sectors of the tourism industry such as intermediaries, accommodations and hospitality, transportation, and attractions. Managing tourist operations and communicating with customers. Marketing tourism. Current trends in tourism including sustainability, technology, and how they impact global tourism. Current trends and themes in the use of tourism resources. Managing tourism activities including planning, managing, safety, and events.
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.