MGG1501

Tourism principles and practice

Dr Ian Clark

6 points · Two 1-hour lectures and one 1-hour tutorial per week · Internal and distance · Second semester · Gippsland

Objectives The primary objective of this subject is to introduce students to the concept of tourism as a system comprising a number of interdependent elements which will be examined in detail in subsequent subjects. It aims also to develop understanding of the nature and scope of tourism, to cultivate appropriate attitudes with respect to the environment, and to stimulate critical thinking by examining tourism-related issues with which communities may be faced.

Synopsis Historical evolution; attractions; access; hospitality sector; activities and amenities; tourism organisations; tourist motivation; tourism marketing; economic social and environmental impacts; planning.

Assessment Assignments (two 2000-word essays): 50% · Examination (3 hours): 50%

Prescribed texts

McIntosh R W, Goeldner C R and Ritchie J R B Tourism: Principles, practices philosophies 7th edn, Wiley, 1995
Hall C M Introduction to tourism in Australia: impacts, planning and development Longman, Melbourne, 1995

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