NICHE TOURISM

Course Description

Niche Tourism is a course designed to provide students with an understanding of the different types of tourism that exist beyond the mainstream. The course will explore the concept of niche tourism, its various forms, and the factors that drive demand for niche tourism products and services. Students will learn about the different types of niche tourism, such as adventure tourism, cultural tourism, eco-tourism, medical tourism, and many others. They will also explore the characteristics of niche tourists, including their motivations, preferences, and behaviors. The course will examine the role of niche tourism in the tourism industry and its contribution to economic development and sustainability. The course will also explore the challenges and opportunities associated with managing niche tourism, including issues related to sustainability, community involvement, and stakeholder engagement.

NICHE TOURISM

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Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Novelli M. (Ed). (2005). Niche Tourism Contemporary issues, trends and cases. Oxford: Elsevier Butterworth-Heinemann
2. 02 Douglas, N., and Douglas, N.: Special Interest Tourism, Milton, Latest Edition, Wiley.
3. 03 Fayos-Solà, E., and Cooper, C.: The Future of Tourism: Innovation and Sustainability, Cham, Latest Edition, Switzerland: Springer.
4. 04 Smith, M., MacLeod, N., and Hart Roberson, M.: Key Concepts in Tourist Studies, Latest Edition, London: Sage.

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Students will be able to define tourism products and niche markets. SOLO 2
2. L02 Students will be able to describe a range of new emerging forms and trends of tourism. SOLO 3
3. L03 Students will be able to identify and analyze the impact of niche tourism on contemporary society. SOLO 2
4. L04 Students will be able to describe a particular niche market and its associated market segment. SOLO 3
5. L05 Students will be able to identify the strengths of a destination and develop ideas for niche market development. SOLO 2
6. L06 Students will be able to create a specific itinerary/product based on a specific niche market. SOLO 5

Program Outcomes

1. P01 1- To have advanced theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks, application tools and other resources including current information in the field of Accounting and Finance.
2. P02 2- To be able to use advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field of Accounting and Finance.
3. P03 3- To be able to interpret and evaluate data, identify problems, analyze and develop solutions based on research and evidence by using advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field of Accounting and Finance.
4. P04 4- To be able to take responsibility as an individual and a team member in order to solve complex and unpredictable problems in accounting and finance applications.
5. P05 5- To be able to plan and manage activities for the development of employees under the responsibility of a project.
6. P06 6- To be able to determine the learning requirements in the field of Accounting and Finance and to direct their learning.
7. P07 7- To be able to inform people and institutions about issues related to the field of accounting and finance, and to be able to transfer their ideas and solution proposals in writing and orally.
8. P08 8- To be able to use information and communication technologies together with computer software at the European Computer Driving License Advanced Level required by the field of Accounting and Finance.
9. P09 9- To act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the stages of collecting, interpreting, applying and announcing the results related to the field of accounting and finance.

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