The course is included in these curricula and study modules
Level/category
Teaching language
English
Type of course
Compulsory
Cycle/level of course
First
Recommended year of study
1
Total number of ECTS
5 cr
Competency aims
Competence in consumer behavior in tourism
Future competence in the tourism industry
Basic competence in corporate social
responsibility within tourism
SDG´s in focus:
9. Industry, innovation and infrastructure
12. Responsible consumption and production
SDGs in focus:
9. Industry, innovation and infrastructure
12. Responsible consumtion and production
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this study unit:
You have knowledge to examine the tourism industry
from both a global and local perspective.
(Knowledge)
You have knowledge about basic theories and
concepts
related to consumer behavior in tourism.
(Knowledge)
You have knowledge to identify some current
challenges and needs for development in the
tourism industry. (Knowledge)
You have skills to apply perspective thinking and
see
connections between small practical problems and
large strategic issues. (Skills)
You have skills to actively follow and discuss
current
issues in the tourism industry. (Skills)
You have skills to work responsibly and strive
proactively for a more sustainable future.
(Skills)
You have a curious, critical, respectful and
proactive approach to understanding the tourism
industry. (Approach)
Course contents
Lectures
Discussions
Pair- and group assignments
Guest lectures
Prerequisites and co-requisites
None, IB and FE students have priority in this
course
Previous course names
Introduction to the tourism industry in Finland
Study activities
- Lectures - 30 hours
- Excursions and demonstrations - 20 hours
- Project- and production work/artistic activities - 30 hours
- Individual studies - 20 hours
- Internet-based studies - 35 hours
Workload
- Total workload of the course: 135 hours
- Of which autonomous studies: 135 hours
- Of which scheduled studies: 0 hours
Mode of Delivery
Multiform education
Assessment methods
Exams (written-, oral-, home-)
Assessment requirements
Quizzes
Pair- and group assignments
Learning report
Total points 100, to pass
the course minimum 50 points required.
Teacher
Koskinen Kaisa
Examiner
Fabricius Susanna
Home page of the course
Group size
No limit
Assignments valid until
12 months after course has ended
Assessment methods
Date of examination will be announced later - Exams