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Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism

General

Prefix

HTSM

Course Number

111

Course Level

Undergraduate

Department/Unit(s)

College/School

Herberger Business School

Description

World of tourism and hospitality, with a special emphasis on its industries, systems, sectors, and career opportunities.

Credits

Min

3

Max

3

Repeatable

No

Goals and Diversity

MN Goal Course

Yes

MN Goal Designation(s)

08

Cultural Diversity

No

Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Summarize the history of tourism from the classical period to modern-day and describe the historic contexts in which tourism has developed.

Outcome

Differentiate between international, national, and regional tourism.

Outcome

Define basic components and sectors of the modern tourism system and industries, and appraise the various challenges facing these industries.

Outcome

Classify tourist motivations and behaviors and evaluate how these behaviors impact the natural, economic, and socio-cultural environment.

Outcome

Describe the diverse employment opportunities available in travel and tourism.

Course Outline

Course Outline

Introduction to hospitality and tourism. 15% Hospitality and related services. 15% Airlines, rail, motorcoach, cruise, automobile systems and networks. 15% Distribution organization. 15% Major types of heritage, commercial, and live entertainment attractions. 10% Travelers: behavior, segmentation, marketing practices. 10% Economic, political, environmental and sociocultural impacts. 10% Future of tourism. 10%

Dependencies

Courses

HTSM111 is a prerequisite for: