Fundamentals of Travel and Tourism syllabus

Fundamentals of Travel and Tourism

• 1 Introduction to Travel and Tourism (11 LHs)

  • Travel and Tourism Definitions and Types
  • Tourist Types
  • Tourism Components and Systems
  • Approaches to Tourism
• 2 Historical Dimension of Tourism (4 LHs)

  • Early Travel and Pilgrimage
  • Industrial Revolution and Mass Tourism
  • Modern Tourism Development
• 3 Psychological Dimension of Tourism (6 LHs)

  • Tourist Motivation
  • Tourist Decision Making
  • Behavior and Experience
• 4 Impacts of Travel and Tourism (7 LHs)

  • Economic Impacts
  • Socio-cultural Impacts
  • Environmental Impacts
• 5 Tourism Activities, Services, and Recreation (6 LHs)

  • Adventure and Outdoor Activities
  • Cultural and Heritage Tourism
  • Recreational Services and Entertainment
• 6 Tourism and International Organizations (6 LHs)

  • UNWTO, PATA, and WTTC
  • IATA, ICAO, and UFTAA
  • Roles in Tourism Development
• 7 Future Trends in Travel and Tourism (8 LHs)

  • Technology and Digital Transformation
  • Sustainable and Responsible Tourism
  • Climate Change and Tourism
  • Post-pandemic Trends
  • Emerging Destinations and Niche Markets