HTM 415 Introduction to Tourism
In this course students are introduced to the basic dimensions of tourism on the basis of concrete practical examples, especially the various levels of tourism, the various perspectives from which it can be viewed, as well as the basic steps in creation of touristic products. Additional topics are the connection between supply and demand within the context of different parameters, such as regional culture; legal and political frameworks; economic and financial systems, the current financial climate, and climate change, energy concerns and environmental protection. Finally management approaches in keeping with these issues will be discussed, which will then be built upon in later stages of the students' studies.