COURSE UNIT TITLE

Offered By

Tourism Management

Level of Course Unit

First Cycle Programmes (Bachelor's Degree)

Course Coordinator

INSTRUCTOR MANOLYA AKSATAN

Offered to

Tourism Management

Course Objective

The objective of this course is to provide with an understanding of the dimensions, nature and theories of globalization in relation to tourism. Specific topics covered will include tourists, consuming places, manufacturing tourism, policy and planning issues, and political economy of tourism in global context.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

None

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Recomended or Required Reading

1. Conrady, R. and Buck, M. (2012). Trends and Issuesnin Global Tourism. London: Springer.
2. Meethan, K. (2001). Tourism in Global Society: Place, Culture, Consumption. Houndmills: Palgrave.
3. Scholte JA. (2000). Globalization: A Critical Introduction. London: Palgrave Macmillan.
4. Smith, V. (1989). Hosts and Guests: The Anthropology of Tourism. Philadelphia: University of Pennsylvania Press.
5. Theobald, W.F. (2005). Global Tourism. Elsevier.

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1. Lecture
2. Case Study
3. Discussions
4. Group Work
5. Presentations

Assessment Methods

Further Notes About Assessment Methods

None

Assessment Criteria

1. Midterm and final exams will be based on understanding, synthesis and evaluation of the textbook and the lecture material.
2. Case analysis will be based on the application of knowledge, analysis, problem solving and evaluative skills regarding globalization issues in tourism. The 5-page case report should have a cover page, thesis statement (i.e., clearly state the point of the case), and introduction, a brief overview of the company, destination or issue itself, a discussion on your insights and opinions related to issues and a section of references cited.
3. Group project will be assesed on the wider application of knowledge to the concepts and practices to globalization issues in tourism. The 20-page project report should have a cover page, an introduction, a brief overview of the company, destination or issue selected, relationships among different concepts, a clear conclusion base on analysis, and references cited. Students will also be evaluated on their time management and teamwork skills.
4. Presentations will be assesed on preparation, understanding, knowledge, capacity to structure, oral communication skills, ability respond to questions and manage discussions professionally.

Language of Instruction

English

Course Policies and Rules

1. Attending at least 70 percent of lectures is mandatory.
2. Plagiarism of any type will result in disciplinary action.
3. Prepare ahead of time for classes.
4. Arrive on time.
5. Participation is required for all students.
6. Follow appropriate business etiquette regarding cell phones.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

To be announced.

Office Hours

To be announced.

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

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