HGT 455 - Recreation, Lodging & Tourism Management

Institution:

Robert Morris University Illinois

Subject:

Description:

Students will study the dimensions, economics, and psychology of the travel and tourism industries. Students will study the background, size, characteristics, and economics of each of the various sectors of the travel and tourism industries: airlines, sustainable tourism, railroads, motor coach, car rental, cruise lines, amusement parks and other major attractions, gaming, lodging, food service, conventions and meetings. They will learn how to define, promote, and sell the product through travel agents, tour operators, and distribution channels. Students will study the background of the eco-tourism industry, its current make-up, tour operators, accommodations, and new developments. They will also study government involvement in the tourism industry management and the future predictions of each of the travel and tourism segments.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.robertmorris.edu/

Phone Number:

(312) 935-6800

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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