Course Description
Unlike tourism courses, which are studied in an applied context, this course examines the political economy of the tourism industry, both at the national and international levels. Topics covered under the political economy theme include sustainable development (policies that support the preservation of the tourism environment and encourage community empowerment), the impact of the pandemic on tourism, and the position of tourism countries within the Global South.
Therefore, this course aims to provide an understanding of the actors developing macro-tourism policies, how national-level policies influence the global tourism climate, and contemporary issues emerging within global tourism, particularly within the Global South.
This course emphasizes students’ critical thinking, in-depth analytical skills, and a focus on solutions that lead to sustainable development. The case-based learning (CBL) teaching method is implemented by inviting guest lecturers to discuss contemporary issues faced in one of the tourism sectors. This course also implements problem-based learning (PBL), providing a space for students to discuss best practices experienced by countries around the world in managing their tourism, especially after the pandemic.
Expected Learning Outcome
- Provide an analysis of the basic concepts of political economy in the context of tourism.
- Understand how tourism contributes to the international political economy.
- Explain contemporary issues in developing global tourism by detailing the policies implemented, supporting factors, and the implications of these policies (CBL).
- Develop problem-solving skills (PBL) for issues within the context of the political economy of tourism.
- Extract the essence of political economy policies applied in tourism as a form of best practices.
- Provide opinions on issues within the tourism industry using an international political economy approach.
Syllabus
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