The course is included in these curricula and study modules

Level/category

General studies

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

Group size

No limit

Assignments valid until

12 months after course has ended

Assessment methods

Date of examination will be announced later - Exams

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