This course is designed to give a clear and whole overview of tourism and hospitality as an ecosystem and goes beyond the usual closest concept of tourism. It introduces the concepts and terms that are common throughout the different sectors. It also intends to develop, update and maintain local knowledge as well as tourism industry knowledge. It shows the structure and scope of tourism as well as the impact of tourism as an industry in relation to the world economy and society. It also illustrates the effects of the convergence of tourism with the other local industry and let the students appreciate its multiplier effect in various fronts. It discusses the major factors that influence the history and future of tourism in the world and in the Philippines. It also introduces the sustainable goals of tourism and discusses, among others, how to develop protective environments for children in tourism destinations; to observe and perform risk mitigation activities; etc. the students will also learn to appreciate the key global organizations and the roles the play in influencing and monitoring tourism trends.
At the end of the semester, the students can: 1. Define the concept and importance of tourism and hospitality. 2. Describe the history of the tourism and hospitality industry. 3. Explain the role of tourism and hospitality in economic development. 4. Explain the tourism and hospitality network and supply components. 5. Discuss the tourism and hospitality organizations. 6. Determine the impact of tourism and hospitality on economic, social, culture, and environment. 7. Examine the current trends and issues in the tourism and hospitality industry
