Courses
Tourism - Travel Studies-2025/2026
| Year 1 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| TRAV-1033 | Fundamentals of Travel | 3 | ||
| The travel industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in the global marketplace. Students will develop research skills as they analyze such topics as documentation, health requirements, currency and transportation options. Special emphasis will be placed on the logistics of airline travel. | ||||
| TRAV-1027 | Destination Geography | 3 | ||
| This course examines the geography of travel with respect to locations of principal countries, cities, as well as associated cultural and historical tourism attractions and activities. To successfully sell the experiences associated with key tourism destinations, essential destination knowledge is key. | ||||
| COMP-1512 | Travel Systems & Software | 4 | ||
| All aspects of the travel industry rely heavily on the efficient and accurate use of the computer for data base retrieval and reservation booking. This course will introduce the student to the comprehensive and sophisticated VIASINC Travel Technology. | ||||
| TOUR-1009 | Sales & Customer Service | 3 | ||
| The growth of the travel field has created a very competitive industry in which strong selling skills are vital, and heightened consumer awareness has created a need for consistently superior service. This course provides the student with the techniques needed to develop customer-focused priorities. | ||||
| MMED-1065 | Emerging Technology Trends | 3 | ||
| A course designed to develop the skills and knowledge required to plan, produce and present using various multi-media platforms. Emphasis is placed on current and emerging technologies including social media, collaborative software and presentation programs. | ||||
| TRAV-1028 | Attractions & Tourism | 4 | ||
| This course is designed to provide an overview of the areas of the tourism industry that act as tourism generators as well as the various supports that the tourism services sector provides. The role of events, conferences, attractions, and outdoor adventure and recreation activities will be discussed. This course will also provide information regarding the tourism services sector and the public and private support services that are in place to order to promote the tourism industry. | ||||
| BUSI-1169 | Travel Business Operations | 4 | ||
| While working in the travel industry is often personally enriching, it must be recognized that the employer owns a business that must operate profitably and efficiently in order to survive. Consequently, an understanding of administration, operations and finance is critical to the success of the business operation. An emphasis will be placed on the role of TICO, ACTA, IATA and other travel organizations have in the travel industry. | ||||
| DEVL-1046 | Career Strategies | 3 | ||
| This course will define the necessary tools and skills to implement a successful career strategy and plan, from self-evaluation to the procurement of suitable employment. Students will be introduced to the many diversities of the travel industry with special emphasis on marketing oneself into an appropriate career. Students will explore their aptitudes and strengths and learn how transferable skills lead to success in their chosen profession. | ||||
| TRAV-3016 | Flights & Fares | 3 | ||
| This course is designed to provide the student with the complex knowledge and skills required for effective domestic and international tariff reading and utilization, fare construction and ticket issuance. | ||||
| TRAV-1029 | The Tour Industry | 3 | ||
| Package holidays and group tours are two of the most popular segments of the travel industry. Learn about the types of tours, components of tours, top destinations, booking procedures and pricing structures. Understand the function of tour operators, retailers and wholesalers. The student will also develop effective vacation selection and planning techniques and learn about travel insurance available to provide coverage appropriate to clients' needs as required by law. | ||||
| TRAV-1030 | Transportation & Hospitality | 4 | ||
| This course will focus on the impact and significance that the transportation, accommodation and food and beverage sectors have on the tourism industry. Emphasis will be placed on various modes of transportation and their role in the industry. As well as unique accommodation options and the evolving significance of niche and eco-travel. | ||||
| COMM-1129 | Workplace Writing Skills | 3 | ||
| This course will develop students' professional writing skills for the travel industry. Students will produce a variety of documents appropriate for their workplaces. Tone, format, organization, and word choice are critical factors in these documents. Students will incorporate research, critical thinking, summarizing, and documenting. They will also address various communication challenges in a diverse workplace. | ||||
| Program Residency | ||||
| Students must complete a minimum of 10 credits in this program at Fanshawe College to meet the Program Residency requirement and graduate from this program | ||||