Geopolitics and Tourism (B-VIVN-B3385B)

This is a translated version. Original version in Dutch.
3 ECTSEnglishFirst termFirst term
Bruyer Tom (coordinator) |  Bruyer Tom |  N.
VIVES N POC Handelswetenschappen en bedrijfskunde

Aims

This course will allow students to understand the complexities of international affairs and the impact of current events on global tourism.

Students will gain insights into:

  • International relations in the 21st century impacting global tourism.
  • Tourism as a geopolitical and economic tool in a rapidly changing and globalised world
  • Specific case studies from across the world
  • Country branding and soft power

Is included in these courses of study

Activities

3 ects. Geopolitics and Tourism (B-VIVN-B5385B)

3 ECTSEnglishFirst termFirst term
Bruyer Tom |  N.
VIVES N POC Handelswetenschappen en bedrijfskunde

Content

This course will give students a useful framework to gain in-depth knowledge about international challenges related to geopolitics and tourism.

The sessions will zoom in on specific trends in global tourism and the impact of current events on the future of travel. 

  • Case studies: Europe- the Middle East- Africa- Asia - the Americas
  • Tourism and the Economy: The rise of new tourist hubs
  • Future trends, challenges and opportunities (climate change, overtourism, gentrification,...)

Course material

  • PowerPoint handouts provided by the lecturer

  • Readings on specific cases available on Toledo

Language of instruction: more information

All sessions will be taught in English.

Format: more information

  • Thematic lectures
  • Class or group discussions
  • Group presentations

Evaluation

(B-VIVN-B76553)

Explanation

AssessmentGrading scale
TOTAL1-20/20 scale

  • Class participation (involvement, deadlines, exercises): 15%
  • Individual: a written essay: 15%
  • Group presentation: 20%
  • Oral examination: 50%

Information about retaking exams

This course unit does not allow partial mark transfers.

  • New individual presentation: 30%

  • Oral examination: 70%