The Impacts of Tourism

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Brief Introduction

Discover the cultural, economic, and environmental impacts of tourism and have the opportunity to explore sustainable tourism.

Course Summary

This course explores the impacts of tourism on the environment, economy, and society, and how sustainable tourism can be achieved. You will learn about different tourism models, case studies, and strategies for managing tourism.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand the positive and negative impacts of tourism on the environment, economy, and society
  • Learn about different tourism models and strategies for managing tourism
  • Explore case studies of sustainable tourism practices around the world

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

  • Sustainable Tourism Manager
    • USA: $60,000 - $80,000
    • India: ₹4,00,000 - ₹6,00,000
    • Spain: €30,000 - €40,000
  • Tourism Policy Analyst
    • USA: $50,000 - $70,000
    • India: ₹3,00,000 - ₹5,00,000
    • Spain: €25,000 - €35,000
  • Hospitality Sustainability Coordinator
    • USA: $45,000 - $65,000
    • India: ₹2,50,000 - ₹4,00,000
    • Spain: €20,000 - €30,000

Related Topics for further study


Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the positive and negative impacts of tourism on the environment, economy, and society
  • Develop strategies for managing tourism sustainably
  • Explore case studies of successful sustainable tourism practices

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Interest in sustainable tourism and its impact
  • Basic knowledge of tourism industry and its models

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online self-paced course
  • Video lectures
  • Quizzes and assignments

Similar Courses

  • Sustainable Tourism: Rethinking the Future
  • Tourism and Travel Management
  • Tourism Management

Related Education Paths


Notable People in This Field

  • Costas Christ
  • Megan Epler Wood
  • Jonathan Tourtellot

Related Books

Requirements

  • This course is designed for students who have a background in social sciences, arts and humanities, business studies, tourism and hospitality, and those with a background in sustainable development. Please note that the individuals detailed in the ‘Who will you learn with?’ section below, are current staff members and may be subject to change.

Knowledge

  • Social, environmental, economic and cultural impacts of tourismWays of measuring impactsAlternative forms of tourismAnalysis of the extent of which of these forms effectively address tourism impacts

Summary of User Reviews

Read the reviews of The Impacts of Tourism course and discover how it can help you understand the effects of tourism on local communities and the environment. Users have found this course informative, engaging and well-structured. One key aspect that many users thought was good is the course content that covers various aspects of tourism and its impacts.

Pros from User Reviews

  • Informative and engaging course content
  • Well-structured course materials
  • Great opportunity to learn about the impacts of tourism on local communities and the environment
  • Real-world examples and case studies
  • Interactive quizzes and discussions

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the course content to be too basic
  • Limited interaction with instructors
  • Some technical issues with the platform
  • No certificate of completion for the free version of the course
  • Some users felt that the course could be more challenging
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Vijay Reddy
Coventry University
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