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ECW2600 - Tourism economics6 points, SCA Band 3, 0.125 EFTSLUndergraduate Faculty of Business and EconomicsLeader: Professor Peter ForsythOfferedBerwick First semester 2008 (Day) SynopsisThe components of the tourism industry (accommodation, travel companies, air transport etc.) and their significance in the economy. Tourism enterprises and the supply conditions of the industry, including aspects of finance and investment. The demand for tourism and tourism forecasting. The impacts of the growth of tourism demand on the economy. Tourism's impact on the environment. Tourism policy issues, including taxation of tourism, promotion, foreign investment and international aviation policy. Assessment
Within semester assessment: 30% Contact hours3 hours per week Prerequisites |