Engagement Details
HRTM 590: Visitor Attractions in Iceland
What to Expect
Study Abroad Location:
Reykejavik, Iceland
Program Dates:
5/12/23-5/25/23
Course Description:
The course will combine traditional academic learning with experiential learning. Students will be required to read and research the countries hospitality and tourism industry. They will be tested on the attraction management strategy of the country and be able to identify the key hospitality and tourism products in Iceland. In addition, they will be required to understand how to connect these strategies and products, with the financial costs of implementing the needed sustainability initiatives. Students will supplement this knowledge by observing, participating, listening, meeting, and interviewing key stakeholders in the hospitality and tourism industry of Iceland. They will be asked to critically think about what they have learned and observed and reflect on the long-term impacts of the transition occurring in hospitality and tourism industry of Iceland. We plan to have some guest speakers including Dr. Brumby McLeod College of Charleston speaking on Destination Management and Thor Erligson, Holar University speaking on the attractions of Iceland and the Iceland Minister of Tourism speaking on general Tourism Trends in Iceland.
Term: Summer
Participation Instructions: See program requirements to determine student eligibility.