Course Orientation  Page 1 Principles of Tourism Course Code: TOU 100 Course Credit: 3 units (3 hours per week) Mr. Wendell Brigino Aguirre Professor Website:

Principles of Tourism Course Orientation  Page 2 Course Description: This course will provide an introduction to the study of tourism, where tourism is examined from the perspectives of a phenomenon, an industry and as a field of study or research. As a phenomenon, the major factors that contribute to its development, growth and decline both in the world and in the Philippines are analyzed. As an industry, the course looks at the various sectors that comprise the tourism system and how they interact with each other. As a field of research, major tourism theories are introduced. Basic definitions and concepts relating to tourism’s political, environmental, economic and cultural impacts will also be discussed.

Course Outline:  Meaning, Nature and Characteristics of Tourism  Historical Development of Tourism  Benefits of Tourism  Understanding Tourists  Types of Tourism  Tourism Network and Supply Components  Tourism Organizations  Employment Opportunities in Tourism  Current Trends and Issues in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry Course Orientation  Page 3

References:  Cruz, Zenaida L. (2006) Principles of Tourism, Part 1. Rex Bookstore, Inc. Manila, Philippines.  Libosada Jr., Carlos M. and Bosangit, Carmela A. (2007) Introduction to Tourism, A Comprehensive Guide to the Travel and Tourism Industry. Anvil Publishing, Inc. Pasig City, Philippines.  Goeldner, Charles R. and Ritchie, J. R. Brent. (2009) Tourism, Principles, Practices, Philosophies, 11 th Edition. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. New Jersey, USA.   Website: Course Orientation  Page 4

Course Requirements:  Student Profile with scanned 2” x 2” picture -You can get the copy from my website, print it in a short bond paper (8 ½” x 11”)  Recent 1” x 1” picture  Copy of registration form  Test booklet Course Orientation  Page 5

Grading System: Course Orientation  Page 6