ths1the intro tour, hosp and events
INTRODUCTION TO TOURISM, HOSPITALITY AND EVENTS
THS1THE
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject introduces students to concepts, theories and terminology involved in an academic study of tourism, hospitality and events. It provides students with a comprehensive overview of the tourism and hospitality industry in Australia. It provides students with an awareness of the breadth of the industry and of the interests and activities it encompasses. Students examine various components of the industry, with a particular focus on the nature of its organisation and the sort of data and information it generates. This subject provides a foundation for students to make informed choices about future subjects and potential career options.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorElspeth Frew
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Tourism Management | Prescribed | Weaver, D. and Lawton, L. 2010 | 4TH EDN, JOHN WILEY & SONS: MILTON |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Describe and explain academic concepts of tourism, hospitality and events at a foundation level in both written and oral form
- Activities:
- Tutorial participation; Essay; Exam
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
02. Describe tourism, hospitality and events in basic theoretical terms in written and oral form
- Activities:
- Tutorial participation; Essay; Exam
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
03. Use academic literature to write critical essays on tourism, hospitality and events
- Activities:
- Library quiz; Essay
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
04. Explain issues relating to tourism, hospitality and events through written academic essays using appropriate referencing
- Activities:
- Short Essay; Essay
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Writing(Writing)
05. Design and deliver an integrated presentation and work effectively within a team
- Activities:
- Tutorial presentation (group project)
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Speaking(Speaking)
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2015, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorElspeth Frew
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours lecture other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
TutorialWeek: 11 - 22
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tutorial participation | 20 | 01, 05 | |
| One-online library quiz | (300 words) | 5 | 01, 02, 04 |
| One 1,000 word essay (major) | 25 | 01, 02, 04 | |
| One 2-hour examination | 40 | 01, 02 | |
| One 350 word essay (minor) | 10 | 03, 04 |
Melbourne, 2015, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorElspeth Frew
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours lecture other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
TutorialWeek: 11 - 22
One 1.0 hours tutorial other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tutorial participation | 20 | 01, 05 | |
| One-online library quiz | (300 words) | 5 | 01, 02, 04 |
| One 1,000 word essay (major) | 25 | 01, 02, 04 | |
| One 2-hour examination | 40 | 01, 02 | |
| One 350 word essay (minor) | 10 | 03, 04 |