This course is aimed to provide a broad overview of tourism devoted to the global impacts of tourism, a history of travel and career opportunities. It will also look at the governmental and private sector organizations that provide services, products and destinations for travelers (transportation, lodging, food service providers, travel agents, wholesalers, and tourism attractions). Students will learn about travel motivation, travel behavior and understand the importance of marketing tourism. In addition, students will also learn about tourism planning and examine the components of tourism.

Skill Level: Beginner