The course takes place in period

2 (2022-10-24 to 2022-12-31)

Level/category

General studies

Teaching language

English

Type of course

Optional

Cycle/level of course

First

Recommended year of study

1

Total number of ECTS

5 cr

Competency aims

The aim of the course is to provide basic
knowledge on the tourism industry, both globally
and locally in Finland. The importance and
impacts of the tourism industry will be
discussed, as well as the roles and challenges
of
different tourism actors. The student will also
become familiar with different attractions and
tourism regions within Finland.

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course the student is expected
to have a general knowledge on the structure of
the tourism industry both globally and locally
in
Finland, and to be aware of the key actors
within
this field. The student will be familiar with
various attractions and tourism regions within
the country.

Course contents

Structure of the tourism industry
Tourism destinations
Finland as a tourism destination
Tourism demand and consumer behaviour
Tourism transport
Tourism attractions
Public sector & Policy
Tourism impacts
Tourism trends

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

Total points 100, to pass
the course minimum 50 points required.

Teacher

Halmén Mia

Examiner

Halmén Mia

Group size

No limit (53 students enrolled)

Assignments valid until

12 months after course has ended

Course enrolment period

2022-10-10 to 2022-10-20

Assessment methods

Date of examination will be announced later - Exams

Room reservations
Date Time Room Title Description Organizer
2022-10-25 14:15 - 16:45 F143 Introduction to the Tourism Industry Halmén Mia
2022-10-28 13:15 - 15:45 F143 Introduction to the Tourism Industry Halmén Mia
2022-11-01 14:15 - 16:45 F143 Introduction to the Tourism Industry Halmén Mia
2022-11-04 13:15 - 15:45 F143 Introduction to the Tourism Industry Halmén Mia
2022-11-09 12:30 - 15:00 F143 Introduction to the Tourism Industry Halmén Mia
2022-11-11 13:15 - 15:45 Introduction to the Tourism Industry Halmén Mia
2022-11-15 14:15 - 16:45 F143 Introduction to the Tourism Industry Guest lecture Halmén Mia
2022-11-18 13:15 - 15:45 F143 Introduction to the Tourism Industry Guest lecture Halmén Mia
2022-11-22 14:15 - 16:45 F143 Introduction to the Tourism Industry Halmén Mia
2022-11-25 13:15 - 15:45 F143 Introduction to the Tourism Industry Halmén Mia
2022-11-29 13:00 - 15:30 F249 Introduction to the Tourism Industry Presentations Halmén Mia
2022-11-30 13:00 - 15:30 F249 Introduction to the Tourism Industry Presentations Halmén Mia
2022-12-14 10:00 - 12:30 F143 Introduction to the Tourism Industry Guest lecture Halmén Mia

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