Hospitality and Tourism CompetitionsLaajuus (5 - 10 cr)

Learning objectives

On completion of the course, the student is able to
• know key trends effecting global hospitality and tourism business
• justify business decisions with the help of managerial accounting
• innovate new hospitality and tourism concepts and experiences for global markets
• develop and apply personal presentation skills in demanding circumstances
• actively contribute to the teamwork and expanding network

Contents

Current business trends
Tools for memorable experience services
Managerial accounting
Managing experience frameworks/modules
Crafting and developing concepts
Innovative marketing for global audience
Personal and team leadership skills
Operating and networking in global organizational context
Specific themes based on the challenge provider
Professional communication skills

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No binding connections to other courses but not suitable for 1st year students. The course is only offered to Haaga-Helia degree students of hospitality management. The students for the competition team will be selected by the coaches.

Implementation methods, demonstration and Work&Study

The learning goals of this course can be reached by completing all following parts:
a. Coaching sessions, company visits and related assignments
b. Participation in a national or international competition
c. Sharing experiences and learning outcomes

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

When the implementation type of the course is CONTACT, ONLINE or BLENDED it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

To be able to pass the course and earn credits, the student needs to show excitement, commitment, and good team-spirit. The student participates in min. 1 competition. The students also commit to represent Haaga-Helia in professional manner.

Learning materials

The material is available on Teams platform.