The course has several objectives, and they are linked with different modules. The first module gives a student the necessary tools to navigate in the legal field by providing as the frame of reference general information on the legal system, legal terminology, and concepts with explanations. Further it enables student to assess contractual risks and apply pro-active legal care principles when facing contract negotiations. The second module gives the student tools to operate in human resource field, hiring employees, understanding employer obligations in general and in termination of employment contracts. Modules three and four give a student an overall understanding of the regulatory framework of the Hospitality Industry. Module five gives insights in GDPR and national data protection rules. Module six enables the student to identify intangible assets and to understand which form of IPR protection is available. In this module the underlying principles of non-disclosure agreements and trade secret protection are also dealt with.
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will gain thorough knowledge of
• Basic legal concepts and legal terminology, Contract law and Compensation law. This will enable the assessment of contractual possibilities and obligations in consumer and business-to-business agreements, the emphasis being on pro-active legal care
• EU legislation and case law relating to travelling, package travel regulations and best practices defined by consumer authority
• Accommodation laws and rules of sharing economy platforms e.g. Airbnb
• Evaluation and production of relevant legal information for online sales of Hospitality Industry products
• Labor law norms and practices in general and especially in the Hospitality Industry
• Data protection rules and their application
• Intellectual Property Rights and protection Trade Secrets