Program Overview
The certificate in Introduction to Tourism Economics and Finance provides students with a foundational understanding of the economic and financial aspects of tourism. Students will learn about the different ways to measure the economic impact of tourism, the financial management practices of tourism organizations, and the different types of tourism investment and financing. This knowledge will be essential for students who want to pursue a career in the tourism industry, or for anyone who wants to understand the economic and financial implications of tourism. |
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Module 1: Introduction to Tourism Economics and Finance
- Understand the definition of tourism economics and finance.
- Identify the different components of tourism economics and finance.
- Learn about the importance of tourism economics and finance to the tourism industry.
- Module 2: Tourism Economic Impact Analysis
- Understand the different ways to measure the economic impact of tourism.
- Learn about the different factors that influence the economic impact of tourism.
- Develop skills in conducting tourism economic impact analysis.
- Module 3: Financial Management in Tourism Organizations
- Understand the different financial management practices of tourism organizations.
- Learn about the different financial statements used by tourism organizations.
- Develop skills in financial management for tourism organizations.
- Module 4: Tourism Investment and Financing
- Understand the different types of tourism investment and financing.
- Learn about the different factors that need to be considered when making tourism investment decisions.
- Develop skills in tourism investment and financing.
- High school or equivalent
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Interest in the course topic
- Good level of English
100 GLH |