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Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

This hospitality/tourism industry-based beginner-level course on Introduction to the hospitality and tourism industry is apt for learners who desire to understand and explore the career opportunities experienced in these industries. This online certification is offered by edX, an online education provider, in association with the University of Maryland's Eastern Shore (UME) and the University System of Maryland (USM). The program offers two learning methods: free audit sessions and paid verified sessions. This course is under the guidance of expert faculties members of both UME and USM and follows an intricate and comprehensive curriculum. This self-paced online program is packed with benefits that are both career-oriented and academic centers.

This Business & Management course on the Hospitality/Tourism industry offers the students detailed teachings on various concepts along with application skills such as discussing features and challenges of the industries, Hospitality jargon and phrases, exploring different job opportunities like event planning, tour operations, food services and so on. One can find two tracks of study, one is the audit mode and the other is the verified track. Both the tracks are self-paced but in the audit track, the student will only get a chance to complete the course for a limited period free of cost. On the other hand, the candidates will be getting a chance to view the course materials for an unlimited period but with some fees.

The Highlights

The course is given by edX
In partnership with UME and USM
Experienced faculty from the University of Maryland eastern shore
Verified and shareable certification
Introductory course on Business & Management
Free audit period for a limited time
The course duration of 6 weeks with 1-2 hours per week
Self-paced online course

Programme Offerings

Online Classes
video tutorials
Knowledge checks
Class notes
Discussion Forums
ORA
Final Exam
& Instructor-led

Courses and Certificate Fees

Fees Informations	Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
INR 4080	yes	University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Princess Anne

Eligibility Criteria

Work experience

The candidates, though not mandatory, should have work experience in the field of tourism and hospitality.

Certification qualifying details

The students will get the course certificate upon completion of the course on Introduction to the hospitality and tourism industry only after upgrading the account by paying the specific amount and becoming a verified track user. the certification needs a final score requirement of 70% or above in which the ORA (25%), Knowledge checks(25%), and Final exam(50%), are taken for grading.

What you will learn

Entrepreneurial skillsHospitality skillsKnowledge of tourism

In this informative course on Introduction to the hospitality and tourism industry, students will be provided with a comprehensive skill set such as:

Students are trained in how to use professional language in order to engage in meaningful hospitality conversations.
Students are introduced to a broad variety of tourism industry career options.
Special training for hospitality jargon is provided to the learners for clear and coherent learning.
Students will be studying descriptively about the historical development of international tourism which will provide them with the historical context of the industry.
Students will navigate through the scale and scope of contemporary international tourism.
The different organizations which help in regulating international tourism are analytically studied for providing a brief understanding of the industrial working to the students.
The awareness and proper learning about the challenges of international tourism are being taught to the students.
Students are also given a clear picture of the possible challenges faced during leading entrepreneurship.
Also, the students are given in-hand training and learning about the business of hotel keeping.
Explores through different industrial applications that will provide practical knowledge along with theoretical information.

Who it is for

The course on Introduction to the hospitality and tourism industry can be applicable to the following students:

Students with a keen interest in exploring and learning about the tourism or hospitality industry can opt for this course.
Aspirants with a desire to seek a professional career in the hospitality or tourism industry.
Candidates aspiring to build their career in the field of tourism management, food service, human resources, event planning, hotel/resort operations, travel industry marketing, and tour operations.

Admission Details

This fundamental course on Introduction to the hospitality and tourism industry provides the learners with an online registration mode.

The students can follow these below given simple procedures to register themselves in the course:

Step: 1- Browse the course homepage- https://www.edx.org/course/introduction-to-hospitality-and-tourism-industry.

Step: 2- Sign up on the edX website by creating a new account or by linking any one of your social accounts like Facebook or Google.

Step: 3- Complete the verification process of the mail ID that you’ve provided by checking the confirmation link sent to your account.

Step: 4- Enroll in the desired course and you will be directed to a page asking to select between continuing to audit this course or go for direct purchase of the upgrade.

Step: 5- If the students want to purchase the upgrade directly, select the option of Purchase the verified track.

Step: 6- Finish the payment procedure by using any comfortable payment option. After the purchase, you will become a verified track user and can avail maximum benefits.

The Syllabus

Course Information
Getting Help & Guidelines
Course Completion

Why do We Say Hospitality and Tourism
Jargon & Phrases

Your Passion - Your Career
The Remuneration Scale
The Unmatchable Perquisites or Perks

Career Opportunities FAQ
Air- Supersonic to Return
The Influencers – DMOS ( jobs)

Foodservice Sector
Careers

Lodging Sector
Careers

Instructors

University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Princess Anne Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Are there any course materials provided in the course?

Students are provided with the course materials but they should be verified track account holders and it will be provided to them as supplemental materials.

2: How is the grading done for the course?

The students are graded on the basis of ORA ( constitutes 25%), Knowledge checks (25%), and the final examination (50%). The course has a score requirement of overall 70% or above.

3: How much time does the students have to commit to finish the course?

Since it's an online self-paced program, students can personalize their schedules. This Course has a time period of 6 weeks with a recommended hours of 1-2 per week.

4: What are some key concepts taught in the course?

Some of the key concepts covered in this course include features of the hospitality/tourism industry, challenges faced by international tourism, the jargon used for hospitality conversations, and so on.

5: Are there any refund provisions available for the students?

Students are provided with a full refund if they unenroll from the course within the eligibility period of 14 days from the purchase date or class starting date.

6: What are the criterias for getting a course certificate?

The candidate should be a verified track account holder as well as should meet the overall grade requirement of 70% and above, in order to get certification in the course.

7: Can the students meet the instructors directly?

Individual attention is not feasible due to large size classes. But they can raise their queries in discussion forums which are supervised by instructors and will answer common questions.

8: Can the students audit for any period and later pay for an upgrade?

The students are provided with a deadline for upgrading or purchasing the upgrade of the course and expiry date of the audit sessions, right after enrolling in the course itself.

9: When is the deadline for financial assistance application?

Students should adhere to the deadline provided for them to upgrade the account for applying to the financial assistance as well. This date is given after course enrollment.

10: Explain the complete benefits offered by a verified track account?

A verified track account offers complete benefits along with the common benefits of an audit session. The additional benefits include certification, graded assessment, and unlimited course access.