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This MOOC is for individuals who are desirous of discovering the career opportunities and adventures available to and experienced by the Hospitality/Tourism industry professional person.
Looking for a career that will never grow old? Looking for a job you can perform anywhere in the world? Looking for a daily business work environment of natural beauty, fun, entertainment, service, and creativity? Then, look no further than the Hospitality/Tourism Industry. This is a specialized "service industry" and just happens to be the world’s largest. The U.S. Travel Association reports that in 2018, travelers spent nearly $1.1 trillion in the U.S.—generating $171 billion in tax revenues for federal, state and local governments. This is just the United States! Worldwide figures will easily double that and more.
This course will significantly expand your knowledge horizons with respect to the Hospitality/Tourism industry and start you along the academic pathway necessary to get your share of this enormous and extremely delicious career pie. Some specific job areas are event planning, food service, hotel/resort operations, human resources, tourism management, tour operations, and travel industry marketing. Enjoy!
This course is ideal for individuals of any age or stage who are desirous of discovering the career opportunities and adventures available to and experienced by the Hospitality/Tourism industry professional person.
The course will enable learners to:
Week 0 – Getting Started
Course Information
Getting Help & Guidelines
Course Completion
Week 1 – Module 1 “Read My Lips”-Crack the Code
Why do We Say Hospitality and Tourism
Jargon & Phrases
Week 2 – Module 2 Magic of Tourism
Your Passion - Your Career
The Remuneration Scale
The Unmatchable Perquisites or Perks
Week 3 – Module 3 “travel/tourism”
Career Opportunities FAQ
Air- Supersonic to Return
The Influencers – DMOS ( jobs)
Week 4 – Module 4 “Food, Food, Food”
Foodservice Sector
Careers
Week 5 – Module 5 “Roof Overhead”
Lodging Sector
Careers
Week 6 – Final Assessment & Wrap Up
