Course Overview

Hospitality and Tourism 1: Traveling the Globe introduces students to one of the fastest-growing global industries, where business meets leisure and service. Students gain insight into how hotels, restaurants, resorts, cruise lines, theme parks, and event venues operate, while exploring the economic and cultural impact of tourism worldwide.

Key Learning Focus

Students will:

• Examine the structure and scope of the hospitality and tourism industry.
• Learn the fundamentals of hotel, restaurant, resort, and cruise management.
• Explore strategies for marketing, event planning, and customer service.
• Analyze current trends and career opportunities within the field.
• Understand the importance of sustainability and cultural awareness in global tourism.

Instructional Approach

Through case studies, interactive projects, and real-world scenarios, students discover how hospitality professionals create memorable experiences for travelers while managing business operations effectively.

Outcome

By the end of the course, students will:

• Demonstrate an understanding of how hospitality and tourism drive the global economy.
• Identify career pathways across management, marketing, and event services.
• Apply principles of customer service, planning, and trend analysis to simulated situations.
• Build a strong foundation for further study in hospitality, tourism, and business management.