TOUR 6003 Sustainable Visitor Economies

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Credit Points 10

Coordinator Joseph Cheer Opens in new window

Description While the intersecting industries and mobilities that comprise the ‘visitor economy’ (e.g. tourism, events, international education, business travel, hospitality, accommodation, transport, etc.) have traditionally been observed individually, there is a growing recognition of the need for holistic approach to planning and managing these diverse sectors. This is especially important for accomplishing sustainability outcomes. In this subject, students will learn about principles and strategies for managing sustainable visitor economies. Industry and government stakeholders will share case-studies detailing their experiences managing visitor economies.

School Social Sciences

Discipline Tourism

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp

Level Postgraduate Coursework Level 6 subject

Assessment

The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.

Type Length Percent Threshold Individual/Group Task
Essay 1,200 words 30 N Individual
Case Study 1,500 words 40 N Individual
Presentation 15 minutes 30 N Individual

Teaching Periods