Undergraduate GRF-THS209-2018

International Tourism & Hotel Management Principles

Journey into a world of tourism and hotel services. See how the spheres of tourism and hospitality overlap. Break down key operational areas such as attractions, gaming and accommodation. Examine day-to-day issues and industry relationships.

Study method

100% online

Available loans

FEE-HELP
HECS-HELP

Assessments

Subjects may require attendance

Prior study

Not required

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Subject details

What you'll learn

At the completion of this subject students will be able to:

Understand key macro and micro systems forming the international tourism and hotel industry, and comprehend the complexity of their products and markets, organisational structures and operational characteristics.
Analyse the components and operational requirements of the tourism and hospitality industries, through skill development in researching and interpreting tourism and hotel management literature and also through applied learning approaches.
Evaluate issues in the delivery of international tourism and hotel services and generate solutions to resolve a range of contemporary issues.

Topics covered

- Introduction to International Tourism and Hotel Management Principles
- Tourism
- Characteristic of Tourism
- Lodging and Accommodation Operations
- Food & Beverage Service Operations: Restaurant
- Cruising
- Managed Services
- Beverages
- Clubs
- Theme Parks, Attractions and Gaming Entertainment
- Meetings, Conventions, Expositions and Special Events
Study resources
- Instructional methods
  - Audio/Video conferencing
  - Chat Rooms
  - Discussion forum/Discussion Board
  - Online assignment submission
  - Podcasting/Lecture capture
  - Standard Media
  - Web links

Entry requirements

Others

Note: Level 2 subjects normally assume an introductory level of prior knowledge in this area, e.g. from studying related Level 1 subjects or other relevant experience.

Special requirements

EquipmentDetails - Audio/Visual equipment

Description

Please note: This subject was previously known as HSL209.

This subject introduces students to components of International Tourism and Hotel Services and considers the implication of these as a system for developing and delivering travel and hospitality experiences. This will be achieved by examining the interdependent nature of transportation, accommodation, food and beverage, attractions and gaming, cruising, services and the role of government within a context of globalisation, and the need for economic, socio-cultural and environmental sustainability. Students will gain an appreciation of the complexity, diversity, interrelationships and interdependencies of these different sectors of tourism. Students will examine both the micro organisational and also the macro industry relationships that exist between tourism and hospitality.

Assessments

Assignment (40%)
Invigilated Exam (40%)
Quiz (20%)

Textbooks

Related degrees

undergraduate GRF-BUS-DEG-2018

Bachelor of Business

5 available majors

Business Introductory Core Subjects
Major in Human Resource Management
Major in Management
Major in Contemporary Marketing
Major in International Hotel Management (Last year of offer 2018)