ths3ths tourism and hospitality simulation
TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY SIMULATION
THS3THS
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This capstone subject explores the real-time working of a hotel through the use of a computer-based simulation called HOTS . Based in teams, you will be able to use the HOTS software to simulate all business decisions of a hotel over a five year period. You are required to apply your knowledge of service operations, finance and marketing principles through SWOT analysis, cash flow statements and other appropriate methods of interpreting data. The HOTS program simulates real decision-making and will prepare you for working in teams and making managerial decisions for hotels.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorPaul Strickland
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesTHS1THE AND (BUS1BIB OR BUS1BUF OR MKT1MDP)
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
HOTS - Background Document and User Guide
Resource TypeWeb resource
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorOrange Company
YearN/A
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherOrange Company - HOTS
ISBNN/A
Chapter/article titleN/A
Chapter/issueN/A
URLN/A
Other descriptionN/A
Source locationN/A
Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
Graduate Capabilities
Intended Learning Outcomes
Subject options
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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPaul Strickland
Class requirements
Computer LaboratoryWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours computer laboratory per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Students will be allocated to teams. Attendance is compulsory. In addition, students are expected to undertake between 1 h and 3 h of learning and assessment activities each week prior to class.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One 10-15-minute team presentation 4-6 students per group - All group members must contribute to electronic presentation | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO2, SILO4 |
| One 2000-word individual report This report enables students to apply all knowledge acquired in their degree. | N/A | N/A | No | 60 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |
| One group report (500-800 words per student) Individual contribution to the group report will be 500-800 words sent electronically | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO4, SILO5 |
| Computer simulation (team/group activity) Hotel Objectives, SWOT and PEST Groups will be formed with 3 or more students and a group leader will be assigned | N/A | N/A | No | 5 | SILO1, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |
| Background document questions to be answered in a quiz Must be completed before commencing the simulation. | N/A | N/A | No | 5 | SILO6 |
Singapore (SIM), 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPaul Strickland
Class requirements
Computer LaboratoryWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours computer laboratory per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Students will be allocated to teams. Attendance is compulsory. In addition, students are expected to undertake between 1 h and 3 h of learning and assessment activities each week prior to class.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One 10-15-minute team presentation 4-6 students per group - All group members must contribute to electronic presentation | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO2, SILO4 |
| One 2000-word individual report This report enables students to apply all knowledge acquired in their degree. | N/A | N/A | No | 60 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |
| One group report (500-800 words per student) Individual contribution to the group report will be 500-800 words sent electronically | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO4, SILO5 |
| Computer simulation (team/group activity) Hotel Objectives, SWOT and PEST Groups will be formed with 3 or more students and a group leader will be assigned | N/A | N/A | No | 5 | SILO1, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |
| Background document questions to be answered in a quiz Must be completed before commencing the simulation. | N/A | N/A | No | 5 | SILO6 |